Economic Development

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Jeffco Hiring Strong as National Trends Wobble

Jeffco BdB, ADP Release Updated Employment/Hiring Reports While national employment figures indicate a cautious hiring landscape, a new report from Jeffco BdB reveals a tale of two economies within Jefferson County, with robust growth in some areas masking stagnation elsewhere. The Jeffco 500 Hiring Index, tracking the county’s top businesses, showed a stable, slightly positive…more

Hiring Trends Diverge Across Jefferson County

A review of the Jeffco 500 Hiring Index, updated today, for the six-month period ending in September 2025 reveals a stable, slightly positive hiring climate for the county’s top businesses, yet this top-line stability masks significant divergence among local municipalities. While the overall county index hovered consistently around 30%, hiring activity was far from uniform…more

Jeffco EDC Appoints Carrie Kelly as New CEO

JEFFERSON COUNTY, Colo., July 31, 2025 – The Jefferson County Economic Development Corporation has announced the appointment of Carrie Kelly as its new President and Chief Executive Officer, beginning mid-August. With over 15 years of leadership experience, Kelly has a strong background in community and economic development. Kelly’s career includes significant roles across various sectors,…more

Jeffco EDC CEO Tidmore Departing

COLUMBUS, GA (May 20, 2025) – The Greater Columbus Georgia Chamber of Commerce has announced the hiring of Jansen Tidmore as its new President and Chief Executive Officer. Tidmore leaves the Jefferson County Economic Development Corporation, where he has served as president and CEO since 2020. The Jeffco EDC today posted the newly vacated CEO…more