Credentials and Certifications

The DCOA is committed to represent the Abilene Region across the country and being the best-educated team in the region.

In 2022, more than 16 certificates and credentials have been added to the DCOA Team from accredited organizations like International Economic Development Council and the Texas Economic Development Council.

These include Business Retention and Expansion, Workforce Development, Basic Economic Development Certifications, Economic Development Credit Analysis and Finance, and Economic Development Ethics.

Two DCOA team members graduated from Future Leaders Training Program through the Texas Economic Development Council, and all team members became certified in economic development through American Electric Power course for economic development.

Additionally, DCOA team and board members completed the Texas Public Funds Investment Act course through the University of Texas Center for Public Management and Government Treasurer’s Organization of Texas.

The entire DCOA team is committed to learning and