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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.
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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…
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Learn More: JEDCO announces sixth annual JEDCO Challenge
JEDCO announces sixth annual JEDCO Challenge
The local entrepreneurial community has been buzzing more than usual over the last few days as the city is in…
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Learn More: Ochsner marks opening of new West Campus facility on Jefferson Highway
Ochsner marks opening of new West Campus facility on Jefferson Highway
The latest piece of Ochsner Medical Center’s growing puzzle was unveiled Thursday: The new West Campus, an eight-acre expansion of…
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Learn More: Fuji Oil picks Jefferson Parish for $70 million processing site, 39 jobs
Fuji Oil picks Jefferson Parish for $70 million processing site, 39 jobs
A site near the former Avondale Shipyard has been chosen for a $70 million vegetable oil processing facility that will…
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Learn More: Fuji Vegetable Oil to build $70 million processing facility in Jefferson Parish
Fuji Vegetable Oil to build $70 million processing facility in Jefferson Parish
We are thrilled to welcome Fuji Vegetable Oil to Jefferson Parish. The global company will create 39 high-paying jobs and…
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Learn More: Greater Lakeside Corporation to be 2018 JEDCO Challenge title sponsor
Greater Lakeside Corporation to be 2018 JEDCO Challenge title sponsor
JEDCO is excited to announce its newest partnership. The 2018 JEDCO Challenge will be sponsored by Greater Lakeside Corporation and…