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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: THESE LOUISIANA COMPANIES ARE QUIETLY RESHAPING THE LOCAL FOOD INDUSTRY
THESE LOUISIANA COMPANIES ARE QUIETLY RESHAPING THE LOCAL FOOD INDUSTRY
Jerry Bologna, CEO of the Jefferson Parish Economic Development Commission, said the region’s location as an important transit hub helps make…
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Learn More: JEDCO, JP Schools Generate Interest In Manufacturing Careers During Annual Manufacturing Week
JEDCO, JP Schools Generate Interest In Manufacturing Careers During Annual Manufacturing Week
Students toured local manufacturing facilities to learn about high-paying, high-impact jobs in key Jefferson Parish industries (JEFFERSON PARISH, La) —…
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Learn More: JEDCO Celebrates Groundbreaking Of New Mixed-Use Complex In The City Of Gretna
JEDCO Celebrates Groundbreaking Of New Mixed-Use Complex In The City Of Gretna
Project set to be a major economic driver for the area, will house Port Orleans Brewing Co. second location and…
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Learn More: JEFFERSON PARISH LEADERS DEVELOPING FOOD INCUBATOR TO BOOST SMALL BUSINESS GROWTH
JEFFERSON PARISH LEADERS DEVELOPING FOOD INCUBATOR TO BOOST SMALL BUSINESS GROWTH
Jefferson Parish leaders working on a new building that will help small businesses grow. View Video Here>>
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Learn More: 4.2 MILLION DEVELOPMENT IN JEFFERSON PARISH COULD PRODUCE NOLA’S NEXT BIG FOOD BRANDS
4.2 MILLION DEVELOPMENT IN JEFFERSON PARISH COULD PRODUCE NOLA’S NEXT BIG FOOD BRANDS
Local, state and federal officials — including U.S. Sen. Bill Cassidy — attended the announcement at JEDCO headquarters in the…
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Learn More: JEDCO SECURES GRANT FOR NEW ORLEANS FOOD & BEVERAGE INCUBATOR IN CHURCHILL PARK
JEDCO SECURES GRANT FOR NEW ORLEANS FOOD & BEVERAGE INCUBATOR IN CHURCHILL PARK
The Jefferson Parish Economic Development Commission (JEDCO) joined federal, state and local officials in Churchill Technology and Business Park to…
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Learn More: JEDCO Receives Grant Funding to Build Greater New Orleans Food & Beverage Incubator in Churchill Park
JEDCO Receives Grant Funding to Build Greater New Orleans Food & Beverage Incubator in Churchill Park
Facility will be the only one of its kind in the Greater New Orleans area (AVONDALE, La) – The Jefferson…
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Learn More: JEDCO, EPA Extends Brownfield Assessment Program; Expands Assessment Area to All of Jefferson Parish
JEDCO, EPA Extends Brownfield Assessment Program; Expands Assessment Area to All of Jefferson Parish
(AVONDALE, La) –The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently approved JEDCO’s request to expand the area of eligibility for…
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Learn More: Hurricane Francine Update for Jefferson Parish Businesses (September 13, 2024)
Hurricane Francine Update for Jefferson Parish Businesses (September 13, 2024)
In the days following Hurricane Francine, JEDCO continues to work with local leaders and key partners to provide our business…
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Learn More: Hurricane Francine Update for Jefferson Parish Businesses (September 12, 2024)
Hurricane Francine Update for Jefferson Parish Businesses (September 12, 2024)
JEDCO has mobilized our emergency operations plan and activated our online resources to support local business in the aftermath of…
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Learn More: JEDCO, Bunge Celebrate Groundbreaking of Facility Expansion in Avondale
JEDCO, Bunge Celebrate Groundbreaking of Facility Expansion in Avondale
Employment opportunities at the tropical and specialty oil facility in Avondale to increase by 10% (Avondale, LA) – The Jefferson…
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Learn More: $1B investment in New Orleans area will make Avondale palm oil facility the largest in US
$1B investment in New Orleans area will make Avondale palm oil facility the largest in US
A St. Louis-based agribusiness conglomerate is embarking on a $1 billion investment in the New Orleans area, including a plan…