About Us | Board of Directors | IEDC Staff | Partner Organizations | Consultants
ABOUT US
Itasca Economic Development Corporation (IEDC) was formed in 1981 as a non-profit corporation and is dedicated to the mission of helping create quality jobs. Primary financial support comes from the Blandin Foundation and Itasca County with additional investment from other public and private partners.
IEDC has a long legacy of success helping local businesses from start-up to major expansion. We are the Itasca area’s "go to" resource for business development, promoting the retention and growth of existing businesses, and attracting new businesses who can flourish in our supportive and competitive environment.
Our seasoned staff, Directors and Strategic Partners have the insights and knowledge to help businesses considering expanding or relocating to the Itasca area.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS:
Mark Glasnapp – Chairman, Newmark Enterprises
Wayne Bruns – VP Business Banking, Grand Rapids State Bank
Rusty Eichorn – Itasca County Commissioner
Mary Ives – Owner, Timberlake Lodge
Matt Lehtinen – President/COO, Magnetation
Rob Mattei – Community Dev Director, City of Grand Rapids
Barb McDonald – Provost, Itasca Community College
Max Peters – Investment Advisor, Velouria Capital Mgmt. LLC
Brian Rauzi – Dir of Support Services, Bigfork Valley Hospital
Bud Stone – President, Grand Rapids Area C of C
Diane Weber – Consultant
Mike Youso – CEO, Grand Itasca Clinic and Hospital
IEDC STAFF:
 Mark Zimmerman, President/CEO |
 Teri Heikkila, Office Administrator |
PARTNER ORGANIZATIONS:
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CONSULTANTS
 Mike Andrews |
 Kathleen Kolp |
 Sandy Layman |
 Diane Weber |
