Empowering Business Growth in Mesa County, Colorado
ACTIVITY YEAR-TO-DATE
Updated December 11, 2024
Strategic Business Development
The Grand Junction Economic Partnership (GJEP) is dedicated to fostering economic development in Mesa County including the City of Grand Junction, City of Fruita, Town of Palisade, and surrounding areas.
Our mission is to support business relocations and expansions, driving economic growth and diversity, and enhancing the quality of life in our community. We offer no-cost business development services including navigating program and incentive eligibility, site selection and real estate assistance, providing key community connections, and removing barriers for business.
As a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, we are able to support economic development in Mesa County through the support of our investors and community partners.
Prospect Development Pipeline
30
LEADS
86
PROSPECT LEVEL 1
15
PROSPECT LEVEL 2
6
PROSPECT LEVEL 3
8
WINS
13
LOCAL ASSISTS
TOP SOURCES
- Direct Inquiry 43%
- Trade Show 28%
- Local Referral 20%
- Brokers 4%
- Cold Outreach 3%
- OEDIT 1%
TOP Industries
- OUTDOOR 28%
- AVIATION / AEROSPACE 12%
- MANUFACTURING 8%
- Professional Services 8%
- Construction 7%
- TECHNOLOGY 6%
Other industries include: Energy, Agribusiness, Healthcare, Restaurant/Retail, and Transportation.
LATEST NEWS
Developer of In-motion Wireless Charging Technology, ExoPower Inc., Approved for Rural Jump-Start Program
Developer of In-Motion Wireless Charging Technology, ExoPower Inc., Approved for Rural Jump-Start ProgramGrand Junction, Colorado (January 10, 2025) The Grand Junction Economic Partnership (GJEP) has announced that ExoPower Inc., developers of an in-motion capacitive...
GJEP Receives 2024 Excellence in Economic Development Award and Celebrates 40 Years of Supporting Mesa County
GJEP Recieves IEDC's Excellence in Economic Development Award and Celebrates 40 Years of Supporting Local Economic Development Grand Junction, Colorado (October 1, 2024) The Grand Junction Economic Partnership (GJEP) has been recognized by the International Economic...
OakStar Bank Breaks Ground at Las Colonias
The Grand Junction Economic Partnership (GJEP) and OakStar Bank are pleased to announce the groundbreaking ceremony for OakStar Bank’s new facility, located at the Riverfront at Las Colonias Park (2735 Riverside Parkway, Grand Junction CO). The event will take place on Tuesday, September 10 from 3:00 – 4:00 PM at their new site, located on lot M, next to the furthest east dog park at Las Colonias.
Grand Valley Ice Approved for Rural Jump-Start Program, Bringing Premium Cocktail Ice to Mesa County
Grand Valley Ice, a locally born start-up, has been approved for the Rural Jump-Start Program. This innovative new business aims to fill a significant gap in Mesa County by providing clear, premium-quality cocktail ice to local bars, restaurants, and liquor stores.
Grand Valley Ice works to address a local market need as Mesa County’s growing population and thriving tourism industry have led to an increased demand in upscale alcoholic beverage establishments.
SG Aerospace and JFS LLC Named Colorado Companies to Watch Award Winners
Two Grand Junction-based companies, SG Aerospace & Gas and JFS LLC, have been named Colorado Companies to Watch Award winners. Since 2009, Colorado Companies to Watch has honored the critical, yet often overlooked, second-stage companies from throughout the state for their undeniable impact on our communities through job creation, investment, and pioneering innovation within their respective industries.
Four Grand Junction Companies Named As Finalists for Colorado Companies to Watch Award
Four local companies have been selected as finalists for the Colorado Companies to Watch awards program that recognizes growing businesses making immense strides in Colorado’s economy: Skyhook Solar, SG Aerospace & Gas, In8Sync, and JFS LLC.