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Jefferson Economic Council (JEC) is the oldest and one of the most prestigious economic development organizations in Colorado. Our organization concentrates on attracting, expanding, and retaining high-paying jobs that fuel the economic health and vitality of Jefferson County. By focusing on issues and programs that are vital to the economic growth of our community, we are able to provide a better quality of life for businesses and citizens of Jefferson County.

 
Jefferson Economic Council news:
DRCOG says Jefferson Parkway toll route neededNREL, Mines, CSU, Solix join in new biofuels Six Colorado companies share $75.2M in stimulus credits for clean-energy manufacturing projectsScottrade purchases operations facility in WestminsterCO Energy Office rolling out many ARRA energy grantshttp://denver.bizjournals.com/denver/stories/2010/01/18/daily50.html?surround=lfnGambro acquires CHF Solutions
 
Industry Awards  
 

The 2010 JEC Industry Appreciation Award recipients have been selected and are currently being interviewed by JEC staff. Our theme this year is “Reaching the Summit – Peak Performers in Jefferson County”. The recipients come from all corners of Jefferson County and were some of the most outstanding companies in 2009! This year’s recognition breakfast is scheduled for Thursday, March 25 at the Arvada Center for Arts and Humanities. The breakfast will be held from 7:30-9:00am. Invitations will be mailed shortly, but you can register online now by following the link below. For questions about the event, please call 303.202.2965.

REGISTER ONLINE

 
PTAC comes to Jeffco  
 

The Colorado Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) is opening a satellite office in Jefferson County. The main office is located in Colorado Springs, but the Colorado PTAC staff wanted to open an office in the metro Denver area to meet with local clients. JEC staff was approached and offered the use of one of its dedicated offices in the Denver West Office Park.

There is a lot of interest by Jefferson County companies in government procurement. JEC, Jefferson County and the West Chamber have supported efforts to establish a PTAC in Colorado for many years. JEC and the Jeffco Workforce Center hosted a Procurement Conference last year that had close to 500 attendees from around the state. Jefferson County also has one of the highest number of companies in the state receiving SBIR and STTR federal research grants and houses two of the largest prime government contractors—Lockheed Martin and Ball Aerospace & Technologies.

There are 93 PTACs across the country to aid small businesses in getting contracts with federal, state and local governments. Colorado was awarded a PTAC from the US Department of Defense in 2009. To keep the operation running, $200,000 in matching funds are needed against the federal grant. If you would like to financially support the PTAC effort in Colorado which helps our small businesses, please contact Michelle Claymore at 720.544.5503 or at mclaymore@jeffco.org.
 
2010 Economic Forecast  
 

The JEC Economic Forecast was held November 12 at the Denver Marriott West Hotel. Wells Fargo Economist, Scott Anderson, PhD spoke about the nation’s economic outlook. Additionally, Patty Silverstein, President, Development Research Partners discussed Colorado’s economic outlook for 2010. Their presentations are available below.

Dr. Anderson's Presentation
Mrs. Silverstein's Presentation

 
 
LinkedIn  
 
Join other Jefferson Economic Council investors on LinkedIn, the leading business networking site. You can find the JEC group here.
 
Busines Education Series  
 

Business Education Series Training (BEST) is a partnership of Jefferson County municipal and non-profit business specialists which provides high quality education seminars and training sessions to the region’s business community that are relevant, diverse and affordable for the purpose of encouraging successful growth in a challenging business climate.

The next event is:
Social Media for Professionals
Friday, Feb 5th, 7:30 - 9:00 am
Lakewood Country Club

For more information, click here.

 
JEC Marketing Video  
 

JEC's Marketing Video was unveiled at the third Annual JEC Luncheon. To view the video, click
here
. JEC uses this video as a marketing tool for site selectors and businesses looking to join high-energy business climate in Jeffco.

 
Colorado Companies to Watch  
 

JEC is proud to be a partner with Colorado Companies to Watch. This program energizes the state of Colorado by recognizing second-stage companies that are developing valuable products and services, creating quality jobs, enriching communities, and creating new industries throughout the state. Click here to learn more or sponsor.
Visit their site here. LinkedIn page

 
Beltway Completion  
 

BWayNow.Com has been introduced as part of the new Beltway to Tomorrow public information campaign. The campaign has been organized by Jefferson Economic Council to provide facts about the benefits associated with completing the proposed final metro Denver beltway connection in a timely manner.

BWayNow.Com will provide ongoing information regarding the progress of completion of the proposed 20-mile-long final connection of the 106-mile-long metro Denver beltway. The connection includes the last 10 miles of toll road along metro Denver’s beltway. Included on the site is a fact sheet, maps, FAQs, news updates, useful links and other information.

Click here to visit the site.

 
 
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