Liberty A. Boyd, C Ec D, Edfp
About Liberty A. Boyd, C Ec D, Edfp
Liberty A. Boyd is an Economic & Business Development Manager at American Electric Power, with extensive experience in economic development roles in Ohio. She holds a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Dayton and a Master of Public Administration from Cleveland State University, and she is a certified economic developer.
Work at American Electric Power
Liberty A. Boyd currently serves as the Economic & Business Development Manager at American Electric Power, a position held since 2022. In this role, she focuses on strategies that enhance economic growth and business development within the organization. Prior to this, she worked as a Senior Economic Development Analyst at the same company from 2018 to 2022, where she contributed to various economic initiatives and projects aimed at fostering business opportunities in Columbus, Ohio.
Previous Experience in Economic Development
Before joining American Electric Power, Liberty A. Boyd worked for the City of Independence, Ohio, as an Economic Development Specialist from 2013 to 2016. During her tenure, she spearheaded the first business retention and expansion program in the city. Additionally, she served as the former director of economic development for Pickerington, Ohio, where she negotiated the city's first job retention and creation grant.
Education and Expertise
Liberty A. Boyd holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Dayton, which she completed from 2004 to 2008. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Public Administration from Cleveland State University, graduating in 2012. Boyd is a certified economic developer (CEcD) through the International Economic Development Council and holds an Economic Development Finance Professional (EDFP) certification from the National Development Council.
Community Involvement and Leadership
Liberty A. Boyd is actively involved in her community, having served on the boards of local chambers of commerce. She is also a board member of the Hilliard Development Corporation. Additionally, she graduated from the Jo Ann Davidson Ohio Leadership Institute, which emphasizes leadership development in public service.
Government Outreach Experience
Liberty A. Boyd has experience in government outreach, having served as a district outreach representative for U.S. Congressman Steven C. LaTourette. This role involved engaging with constituents and addressing community needs, further enhancing her expertise in economic development and public administration.