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The Last Mile: Growth & Economic Development
The Last Mile: Growth & Economic DevelopmentBy: Curtis Englehart | Executive Director...
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.
Grand Junction Economic Partnership Announces New Amazon Last-Mile Facility
Amazon has announced plans to expand its investment in Colorado by opening a new delivery station in Grand Junction. Construction for the new 38,000 square foot site is underway.
Mesa County Consortium Awarded $625,000 Grant For Technology Development Hub
The Economic Development Commission (EDC) has announced that a local consortium of public, private, and non-profit organizations in Mesa County will receive up to $625,000 through the Colorado Technology Development Hub Program.
GJEP Releases 2023 Economic Impact Report
The Grand Junction Economic Partnership (GJEP) has released its 2023 Annual Report detailing the organization’s economic impact, activity over the past year, and strategic goals. The report provides a look into Mesa County’s economy and insight into the region’s direction for future growth.
Kurtis Minder to Keynote Western Colorado Economic Summit
Kurtis Minder, CEO & Co-Founder of GroupSense, will be this year’s keynote speaker for the highly anticipated 2024 Western Colorado Economic Summit. The event is scheduled for Tuesday, April 16th at Colorado Mesa University.
Tandem Studio Relocates to Fruita, Colorado from Belgium
Tandem Studios, a mixed arts workspace specializing in architectural 3D renderings, has decided to relocate to Fruita, Colorado from Belgium due to the region’s family friendly atmosphere, proximity to outdoor recreation, and business development resources.
NASA Names Colorado Mesa University an Emerging Research Institution with Inaugural Grant
Colorado Mesa University has been named a NASA emerging research institution with an inaugural grant that will offer undergraduate students a unique research opportunity.
Goose Gear Chooses Grand Junction for Relocation
Goose Gear, a leading outdoor recreation and overland manufacturer, has selected Grand Junction, Colorado, as the site for its new headquarters and was awarded the Job Growth Tax Incentive. Family-owned and operated, Goose Gear specializes in manufacturing high-quality camping systems for vehicle-based recreation that add to the simplicity and comfort of their customers’ outdoor experience