SEDC Member Spotlight | De'Andre Fahie

SEDC is excited to announce that we will highlight individual members on social media. These profiles will help SEDC members become better acquainted with the world-class colleagues who drive economic development in the #AmericanSouth; the world's third largest economy! Today's Member Spotlight is De'Andre Fahie, Director of Talent Attraction & Workforce Development at Broken Arrow Economic Development Corporation. Meet De'Andre below.

What is your name?

De'Andre Fahie

Where do you work and what is your job title?

Director of Talent Attraction & Workforce Development at Broken Arrow Economic Development Corporation

How long have you been in economic development?

7 years

How did you get started in economic development?

Working for a local workforce board.

Tell us how your community is great.

We do that work that continues to make BA a great place to live, work, and play.

How has being a member of SEDC benefited you?

It's allowed some really awesome connections and opportunities to showcase the things we have done.

What is something you/your organization has accomplished that you are most proud of?

We hosted an Industry Immersion Day where we partnered with local employers.

Where is your favorite spot in your community and why?

Laurennae: Super nice coffee shop

What is a current podcast or book you would recommend?

A Court of Thorns and Roses (Book)

What is your guilty pleasure TV show?

House of Dragons

What is something you do in your free time?

Workout

When you were younger, what did you envision yourself being when you grew up?

A Vet

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