Where MORE is Possible
There are many reasons why both global corporations and homegrown businesses choose to put down roots in JP.
We invite you to discover more, grow more, thrive more, be more…here in Jefferson Parish.
A global competitor in technology, industry, and logistics, Jefferson Parish is located at the crossroads of major international river, rail, and air hubs. Offering an unmatched level of accessibility, natural beauty, and cultural richness, it harmoniously blends history, innovation, and quality of life, making it a dynamic destination for businesses and a welcoming home for families.
JP welcomes a growing ecosystem of businesses that seek to realize the benefits of suburban, lower-cost living, combined with big city amenities. With community-wide priorities in high-quality education, comprehensive safety measures, and exceptional healthcare, JP offers an ideal environment where businesses and families can thrive.
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(AVONDALE, La) — The Jefferson Parish Economic Development Commission (JEDCO) and the Jefferson Chamber of Commerce are pleased to announce the 2025 Prosper Jefferson event lineup. JEDCO and the Chamber will host eight Prosper Jefferson seminars this year, featuring experts from around the Greater New Orleans region. Each seminar will highlight an informational topic to assist our local businesses in … Read more »
Community encouraged to illuminate homes and businesses with blue and orange lights on Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2025 (JEFFERSON PARISH, La) — In celebration of Jefferson Parish’s Bicentennial, businesses and residents are invited to participate in a special “Light Up the Night” event on the evening of Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2025 by illuminating their homes, buildings and businesses with blue and orange lights. Many local civic and … Read more »
Economic development organization celebrates annual progress and successes (Kenner, LA) – The Jefferson Parish Economic Development Commission (JEDCO) recognized key businesses and business leaders who helped shape the local economic landscape in 2024 at its annual year-end meeting. The 2024 JEDCO Annual Luncheon, sponsored by Gulf Coast Bank & Trust Company, is JEDCO’s largest event of the year. JEDCO celebrated three award … Read more »
Welcome to JP! Jefferson Parish is the ideal environment for a growing ecosystem of businesses considering relocation or expansion. A global competitor in technology, manufacturing, and logistics, JP is located at the crossroads of major international river, rail, and air hubs. The MORE HERE campaign aims to shine a spotlight on the ways in which Jefferson Parish harmoniously blends history, innovation, and quality of life, making it a dynamic destination for businesses and a welcoming home for families. Through the campaign, JEDCO invites business owners to explore a community where “more” is possible. Read more »
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