The Jasper County Economic Development Organization, Inc. (JCEDO) is the countywide economic development entity for Jasper County, Indiana. A public-private partnership incorporated in 1986 as a 501(c)(3) corporation, JCEDO assists agricultural, business, civic, commercial, financial, industrial, recreational, residential, tourism, and trade interests with initiatives targeted to achieve maximum employment and wealth. Attracting New Business JCEDO is committed to maintaining and enhancing a countywide business climate that helps stimulate the attraction and start-up of new businesses in Jasper County. Through our network of stakeholders and economic development partners we supply technical expertise and access to financing and incentive programs designed to encourage business growth and prosperity. Helping Existing Businesses Fundamentally important to Jasper County’s economic health is the viability, profitability and growth of existing businesses. The principal component of JCEDO’s Business Retention and Expansion Program is outreach to local businesses through personal visits, telephone contacts, electronic communication and networking. Through these channels, JCEDO identifies economic growth opportunities while also being available to help local businesses proactively address challenges. Impacting Public Policy JCEDO is active in the government and legislative affairs arena. A top priority is to maintain excellent relationships with the leaders of Jasper County and its municipalities in order to be knowledgeable regarding local issues and to advocate for or against specific policies. In addition, JCEDO provides its government partners with research support and policy guidance. At the state and national levels, JCEDO regularly advocates for business friendly legislation and policies with elected and appointed officials.