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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, Director of Marketing and Communications.

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Learn More: JEDCO develops COVID-19 Response webpage
JEDCO develops COVID-19 Response webpage
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, JEDCO developed a webpage to serve as a resource to our Jefferson Parish businesses.
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Learn More: JEDCO accepting applications for 2020 startup pitch competition
JEDCO accepting applications for 2020 startup pitch competition
JEDCO is excited to launch its eighth annual startup pitch competition in partnership with Greater Lakeside Corporation. We’re looking for…
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Learn More: Jefferson Parish Pulse: Laitram + Intralox
Jefferson Parish Pulse: Laitram + Intralox
On the Season One finale of the Jefferson Parish Pulse, we interviewed Jay Lapeyre, President of Laitram, and Edel Blanks,…
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Learn More: Jefferson Parish Pulse: Cynthia Lee-Sheng
Jefferson Parish Pulse: Cynthia Lee-Sheng
This week on the Jefferson Parish Pulse, we released a very special interview with Jefferson Parish President Elect, Cynthia Lee-Sheng.…
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Learn More: Jefferson Parish Pulse: Cornerstone
Jefferson Parish Pulse: Cornerstone
This week on Jefferson Parish Pulse, we interview Tom Yura, COO of Cornerstone.
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Learn More: Quattro Signs & Graphics celebrates headquarters grand opening in Kenner
Quattro Signs & Graphics celebrates headquarters grand opening in Kenner
JEDCO financed the construction and renovation of the new Quattro Signs & Graphics headquarters in Kenner.
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Learn More: JEDCO Development Corporation receives national award for SBA 504 loan project
JEDCO Development Corporation receives national award for SBA 504 loan project
(Avondale, LA) — The Jefferson Parish Economic Development Commission (JEDCO) Development Corporation recently won a national award for its financial…
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Learn More: Jefferson Parish Pulse: Orleans Coffee
Jefferson Parish Pulse: Orleans Coffee
This week on the Jefferson Parish Pulse, we interview Bob Arceneaux, owner of Orleans Coffee.
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Learn More: Jefferson Parish Pulse: Joval Manufacturing Company
Jefferson Parish Pulse: Joval Manufacturing Company
This week on Jefferson Parish Pulse, we interview Barry Hays, Vice President of Joval Manufacturing Company.
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Learn More: Jefferson Parish Pulse: Poof Cotton Candy
Jefferson Parish Pulse: Poof Cotton Candy
This week (on our very special Halloween episode of the Jefferson Parish Pulse), we interview Jeanne O’Leary, founder of Poof…
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Learn More: Jefferson Parish Pulse: Computrols
Jefferson Parish Pulse: Computrols
This week on Jefferson Parish Pulse, we sit down with Drew Mire, CEO of Computrols, a local tech manufacturer based…