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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: Agency offers plan to improve Jefferson Parish’s housing stock, but making it happen won’t be easy
Agency offers plan to improve Jefferson Parish’s housing stock, but making it happen won’t be easy
The Jefferson Parish Economic Development Commission has published a strategic plan to help improve the parish’s aging housing stock, much…
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Learn More: JEDCO announces startup competition finalists
JEDCO announces startup competition finalists
The Jefferson Parish Economic Development Commission (JEDCO) and First NBC Bank are pleased to introduce the five companies scheduled to…
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Learn More: Five JEDCO Challenge Finalists are Headed to Pitch during New Orleans Entrepreneur Week
Five JEDCO Challenge Finalists are Headed to Pitch during New Orleans Entrepreneur Week
The Jefferson Parish Economic Development Commission (JEDCO) and First NBC Bank have announced finalists for the annual JEDCO Challenge, a pitch competition showcasing…
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Learn More: JEDCO releases plan to revitalize housing stock in Jefferson Parish
JEDCO releases plan to revitalize housing stock in Jefferson Parish
As part of the Jefferson EDGE 2020, JEDCO took a look at the Parish’s current housing stock and identified ways…
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Learn More: JEDCO, Jefferson Chamber to host business basics seminar
JEDCO, Jefferson Chamber to host business basics seminar
There are some things all business owners should know. Whether you are just starting a business or celebrating 35 years…
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Learn More: Port of New Orleans Tour
Port of New Orleans Tour
The lower Mississippi River is the world’s busiest port system and the Port of New Orleans is right at the…
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Learn More: JEDCO, Jefferson Chamber announce 2017 seminar lineup
JEDCO, Jefferson Chamber announce 2017 seminar lineup
(AVONDALE, LA) — The Jefferson Parish Economic Development Commission (JEDCO), in partnership with the Jefferson Chamber of Commerce, are pleased…
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Learn More: JEDCO PR & Marketing Manager wins PR News Rising Stars 30 & Under Award
JEDCO PR & Marketing Manager wins PR News Rising Stars 30 & Under Award
(Avondale, LA) – Jefferson Parish Economic Development Commission (JEDCO) PR & Marketing Manager Kelsey Scram was recognized by PR News…