Bruce County’s Jeff Loney Recognized as a 40 Under 40 in Economic Development Award.

Bruce County, Ontario: Jeff Loney, Bruce County’s Economic Development Manager has been announced as a recipient of the 2025 Economic Development 40 Under 40 Award, the biennial award recognizing rising stars under 40 years old in the economic development industry.

"Economic development is a purpose-driven field that shapes communities worldwide, and young professionals are at the heart of that impact," said Julie Curtin, president of DCI’s economic development practice. "These 40 rising stars are driving change through their innovation, commitment, and leadership. Their contributions are already making a difference, and I’m excited to see how they continue to shape the industry in the years to come."

“As the economic development industry continues to evolve, these emerging leaders are rising to meet new challenges with expertise and innovation," said Todd Jorgenson, managing director and principal of Jorgenson Pace, Inc. "Congratulations to this year’s 40 honorees—your leadership is making a lasting impact on both your communities and the industry at large.

“We are incredibly proud of Jeff’s accomplishments as our Economic Development Manager.” said Luke Charbonneau, Warden of Bruce County. “This award recognizes Jeff’s dedication to the field of economic development, and Bruce County. Through his work stewarding Bruce County’s Economic Development Strategic Plan Jeff has profiled our County on both a North American and International Stage.

About Jeff Loney:

Jeff Loney is dedicated and forward-thinking with over a decade of experience in municipal economic development. As Bruce County’s Economic Development Manager, Jeff plays a pivotal role in driving strategic initiatives that foster growth, innovation, and investment. This has included work to attract the medical isotope supply chain to Bruce County, attraction of agri-food processing businesses, and the recent launch of Energy Transitions Initiative. 

Before joining Bruce County in 2022, he served as the Manager of Economic Development, Marketing, and Tourism for the Town of Gravenhurst. Jeff holds a Master of Public Administration (MPA) in Local Government from Western University, as well as an Economic Development Certificate from the University of Waterloo. Jeff also serves on the Economic Developers Council of Ontario’s Board of Directors.

About the Award:

The awards program is hosted by Development Counsellors International (DCI), a New York-based integrated marketing firm that works with economic development and travel organizations around the globe, and Jorgenson Pace, Inc, a leading national executive search firm serving organizations in non-profit, economic and community development industries. An independent selection committee of six economic development leaders and site selection consultants evaluated nominations based on the demonstration of strong leadership, commitment and innovation every day in the workplace. For more information on the 40 Under 40 awards program and this year’s winners, visit https://aboutdci.com/insights/40-under-40/. 

About Bruce County:

Bruce County is an upper-tier municipality in Southwestern Ontario, Canada made up of 8 lower-tier municipalities and 77,221 residents. Bruce County is located within the traditional territory of the Saugeen Anishnaabek and holds a government-to-government relationship with the Chippewas of Nawash Unceded First Nation and Saugeen First Nation, together as Saugeen Ojibway Nation.  The explorers who visit, live, and work here are the dreamers who take roads less travelled and see tried and true as an invitation to try something new. Be an Explorer and call Bruce County home.

About DCI:

Development Counsellors International (DCI) is the leader in travel, economic development and talent attraction marketing. Since 1960, DCI has worked with more than 500 cities, regions, states and countries, helping them attract business investors, visitors and workers. DCI has offices in New York and Denver. For more information, visit aboutdci.com.

About Jorgenson Pace, Inc.:

Jorgenson Pace is America's leading executive search firm specializing in the economic development, community development, and non-profit sectors.  With over 60 years of collective experience, Jorgenson Pace is committed to understanding our client's needs and delivering tailored executive search services that drive impactful results.  Our firm is built on the strong foundations laid by former PHH Fantus colleagues Joan Jorgenson and John Lovorn, who created and grew their respective firms, Jorgenson Consulting and The PACE Group, over the past 30 years. Jorgensonpace.com