Welcome Wagon

Building Connections & Fostering Growth

New to the Grand Junction area?

Explore Welcome Wagon, our exclusive employee relocation and talent retention program hosted by the Grand Junction Economic Partnership.

What is Welcome Wagon?

Welcome Wagon isn’t just a program; it’s a community-driven initiative dedicated to creating meaningful connections between new professionals and seasoned locals.

Our calendar of events and networking opportunities are designed to help you feel at home, accelerate your professional growth, and build lasting relationships.

2024 Calendar of Events

Q1 – Welcome Meeting & Happy Hour 

Q2 – Spring Volunteer Event

Q3 – Summer BBQ & Happy Hour

Q4 – Fall Volunteer Event & Holiday Party

Whether you’re exploring wine tasting in Palisade, hiking and mountain biking in Fruita, or discovering your favorite spot to socialize in Grand Junction, there’s a lot to explore! From farmer’s markets and bike nights to hitting the slopes, we encourage our Welcome Wagon participants to network outside of scheduled events and explore our community together.

Dates and activities for events hosted by the Grand Junction Economic Partnership are tentative. Please complete the form below if you are interested in joining Welcome Wagon as a new resident or a local.

Ready to get started? Apply to join Welcome Wagon!

Applications are open for both new residents and locals to join our Welcome Wagon program. Questions? Please contact us.

Hiking the Colorado National Monument is a favorite pastime for many residents in Colorado's Grand Valley