LEAD launches with new CEO
The Courier
LINCOLN, IL – A major new regional economic development organization has been formally launched and has also named a new chief executive officer.
Lincoln Economic Advancement & Development, Inc. (LEAD) is announcing the hiring of Andrea Runge, an economic development professional with more than 20 years’ experience in community and economic development in Illinois as CEO of the organization. The hiring of Runge coincides with the official launch of the new economic development group aimed at growing opportunities and businesses in Lincoln.
The formal launch of LEAD is the culmination of an effort that began nearly two years ago when Lincoln area business and community leaders began meeting to discuss ways to grow the local economy,retain and create more jobs and opportunities for residents of Lincoln. The organization has also announced its officers and board members.