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Across Jefferson Parish, JEDCO is helping businesses grow, projects take shape, and ideas move forward. Explore our latest press releases, news coverage, and multimedia stories to stay connected to the momentum.
For media inquiries, contact Kelsey Scram, Chief Marketing Officer.
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Learn More: The status of women in business
The status of women in business
Marrero native Dr. Lana Joseph is the owner of High Level Speech and Hearing Center.Joseph opened in Harahan in 2016…
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Learn More: Judges announced for 2018 JEDCO Challenge
Judges announced for 2018 JEDCO Challenge
JEDCO selected five innovative business leaders with ties to the entrepreneurial community to score the five startups pitching in the…
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Learn More: North American technology manufacturer celebrates grand opening of Gretna headquarters
North American technology manufacturer celebrates grand opening of Gretna headquarters
The Jefferson Parish Economic Development Commission (JEDCO)joined local elected officials and business leaders to celebrate the grand opening of the…
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Learn More: North American technology manufacturer celebrates grand opening of new headquarters in Gretna
North American technology manufacturer celebrates grand opening of new headquarters in Gretna
Computrols, a local technology manufacturer with an international reach, celebrated the grand opening of its new headquarters. Computrols’ automated systems…
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Learn More: Five startups to compete at JEDCO Challenge
Five startups to compete at JEDCO Challenge
Each year, the Jefferson Parish Economic Development Commission invites entrepreneurs to apply for the annual JEDCO Challenge, a pitch competition…
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Learn More: Sixth annual JEDCO Challenge pitch finalists announced
Sixth annual JEDCO Challenge pitch finalists announced
(AVONDALE, LA) — The Jefferson Parish Economic Development Commission (JEDCO) and Great Lakeside Corporation are pleased to introduce the five…
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Learn More: The JEDCO Challenge is back for a sixth year
The JEDCO Challenge is back for a sixth year
We’re so excited to announce our 2018 JEDCO Challenge semifinalists.
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Learn More: Q&A: Jerry Bologna
Q&A: Jerry Bologna
The JEDCO president and CEO provides more details on the redevelopment of Avondale Shipyard and neighborhood revitalization efforts in Jefferson…
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Learn More: JEDCO seeks Business Retention Specialist to join the team
JEDCO seeks Business Retention Specialist to join the team
Apply today to join our team!
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Learn More: JEDCO seeks Administrative Assistant to join the team
JEDCO seeks Administrative Assistant to join the team
We’re hiring! Apply to join the JEDCO team.
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Learn More: JEDCO seeks receptionist to join the team
JEDCO seeks receptionist to join the team
We’re hiring! Apply to join the JEDCO team.
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Learn More: This New Orleans startup just won $100,000 to help make better drugs against ALS and cancer
This New Orleans startup just won $100,000 to help make better drugs against ALS and cancer
AxoSim, which has developed a so-called “nerve on a chip” technology that allows scientists to test the effects drugs can…