Help us celebrate Economic Development Week 2023

CELEBRATE ECONOMIC

DEVELOPMENT WEEK WITH JEDCO

We are counting down the days until Economic Development Week 2023. From May 8 – May 12, JEDCO will join hundreds of economic development organizations around the world to celebrate the work we do to create jobs, investment, and opportunities in our communities.

Next week, we will continue our tradition of promoting and raising awareness of JEDCO’s impact, innovative approach to economic development, and important partnerships that help drive economic progress. We have so many success stories to share, none of which would be possible without you, our business community, our partners, our stakeholders, and our leaders.

And of course, it wouldn’t be a celebration without collaboration and connection! Please consider joining us for one of our upcoming local events as we show appreciation for our partners in progress! Check out JEDCO's Economic Development Week events below!

JAVA WITH JEDCO

Sponsored by Helm Paint

Start your day with JEDCO! We're hosting a buzzworthy event that’s all about caffeine, connections, and community – and we’d love for you to be a part of it.

At Java with JEDCO, mingle with economic development leaders, partners, and other business owners over a steaming Cup of Joe and delicious pastries. Expect engaging conversation, resource sharing, and, of course, free coffee and pastries. We promise it will be a latte fun!

Toast in Gretna

Tuesday, May 9, 2023

8am-10am

1711 Hancock St. Gretna, LA 70053

Be one of the first to check out Toast's newest location on the West Bank.

Debbie on the Levee in Kenner

Wednesday, May 10, 2023

8am-10am

2118 Reverend Richard Wilson Dr. Kenner, LA 70062

From the makers of Debbie Does Doberge, this Kenner coffee and cocktail shop ups the cool factor in the area.

Event highlights to perk your interest:

FREE coffee and pastries from JEDCO-supported businesses

Insider tips from JEDCO experts about how to fuel your business growth

Valuable conversations that could spark your next big collaboration

Stop by to say hi and your coffee and pastries are on JEDCO. You can grab your Joe to go or stick around for caffeinated convos. We can’t wait to spill the beans about JEDCO’s role in the community. Don’t hit the snooze on this one!

POURS & PROGRESS AT KINGFISH CIDER

Sponsored by ECS Southeast Limited

Raise a glass to growth as we toast to a thriving economy! You’re cordially invited to join us for an economic elixir mixer as we showcase our recipe for success. This special networking event will be held at Kingfish Cider, a one-of-a-kind, woman-owned, Jefferson Parish gem.

Kingfish Cider

Thursday, May 11, 2023

4pm-6pm

355 Iris Ave Suite A, Jefferson, LA 70121

Get ready to sip, savor, and strategize with economic development partners and changemakers as we celebrate Jefferson Parish’s economic successes, foster connections, and drink to an orchard of opportunities.

Event highlights include:

A taste of Kingfish Cider’s finest craft ciders. First round of drinks is on us for the first 50 people who arrive, so come early!

Uglee Pizza will be on-site serving up savory wood-fired piesthroughout the entire event

Engaging conversations with Jefferson Parish’s economic leaders

Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to strengthen your network, expand your knowledge, and contribute to the flourishing future of our beloved Parish.

Help us get a headcount by registering below! We can’t wait to see you there.

JOIN THE CONVERSATION

All week long we’ll be spotlighting business success stories on our social media channels. Be sure to follow along and join the conversation. We’d love to hear what economic development week means to you! If you want to share your story, be sure to use the #EconDevWeek hashtag and tag JEDCO at @JEDCO_News.