CEDA

(Chatfield, MN) Community and Economic Development Associates (CEDA) announces the promotion of Hillary Tweed to Executive Vice-President.

CEDA CEO/President Ron Zeigler states “we are excited to announce the promotion of Hillary Tweed to Executive Vice President. Hillary’s experience and insight is a valuable asset in assisting CEDA and the Region with thinking outside the box to bring forth opportunities to help shape rural America. Hillary’s five-years with CEDA and interim involvement in all aspects of the operation has led her to be the person to lead our Community Support Programs as well as being in a position for interim continuation/succession planning should the need arise. Congratulations to Hillary!”

Hillary will continue in her work in overseeing the CEDA Community Support Program and Grant’s Department.

CEDA is a non-profit agency that is celebrating for 40 years of successfully providing a variety of services to counties and communities in the Upper Midwest. These services include: assisting business start-ups, expansions and relocations; assisting communities with their infrastructure financing; assisting with Small Cities Development Program Applications and Administration; assisting entrepreneurs in business plan creation, financial packaging, marketing and cash flow analysis; assisting communities and developers with assisted, senior, workforce and market-rate housing throughout the area; assisting communities with grant writing expertise; comprehensive planning, strategic planning and other economic and development issues and staffing.

CEDA is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors. We are committed to remaining progressive and proactive in the dedication to our region and a strong community and economic development agency that can continue to assist in this area. To learn more about CEDA, visit us at www.cedausa.com.

We are excited to share that Community and Economic Development Associates, CEDA,
has released its 2025 Annual Report.

This year’s report highlights the meaningful progress made alongside the communities we serve; demonstrating how, together, we continue helping small communities do BIG things. From economic growth initiative to local business retention and growth, these accomplishments reflect the strength of collaboration and community and economic development in rural America.

You can view the full Annual Report here:
2025 CEDA Annual Report

We also invite you to mark your calendar for our upcoming annual meeting:

Date: Friday, October 2, 2026
Location: Sugar Lake Lodge – Cohasset, MN

Additional information regarding the Annual Meeting will be forthcoming. The Annual Meeting will be an opportunity to reflect on the past year, celebrate CEDA’s 40 year anniversary, look ahead to future growth and opportunities, and connect with partners and community members who share a commitment to rural vitality and economic growth.

Thank you for being part of the work that makes our communities stronger.