Improving Economies for Stronger Communities (IESC) Employee Directory
International Trade and DevelopmentDistrict of Columbia, United States201-500 Employees
Improving Economies for Stronger Communities (IESC) is a U.S.-based nonprofit organization focused on fostering private sector development in economically developing regions. Founded in 1964, it has supported efforts across 139 countries and contributed to the creation of more than 1.5 million jobs. Its work encompasses areas such as access to finance and investment, agriculture-led growth, and strengthening the business enabling environment, as well as enterprise development, institutional capacity strengthening, and market linkages. It is headquartered in Washington, District of Columbia. As a mid-sized nonprofit operating in the international trade and development space, IESC collaborates with partners and institutions to advance private sector growth and workforce development. In September 2024, the organization adopted the name Improving Economies for Stronger Communities, retaining the IESC acronym to reflect its history and current focus.