Not all crisis-driven changes are bad. American economist and Nobel Laureate Milton Friedman is credited for having said: “Only a crisis, actual or perceived, produces real change.” There is no sugarcoating the reality of our ongoing pandemic experience. As a community, we ride the waves of heightened unemployment levels, see main street business owners wringing… Continue reading Our Vital Role in Creating Positive Change and Propelling Economic Recovery
At its annual investor celebration hosted virtually yesterday, the Columbia River Economic Development Council (CREDC) elected new members to serve on its board of directors. Immediately following, the new board moved to elect its 2021 officers and private sector Executive Committee members. “This dynamic group of community-minded leaders epitomize our commitment to strengthening our business… Continue reading CREDC Announces 2021 Officers and New Board Members
By: Eli Cortes, CREDC Intern I dream of becoming a mechanical engineer and building prosthetics with advanced neurological interfaces that will revolutionize how we see disability. I applied to the Future Leaders Project in the hopes of developing myself professionally and begin to gain the skillset necessary to stand out amongst my peers. If I… Continue reading CREDC Intern Spotlight: Becoming a Future Leader
Tune in as we celebrated the startup stories of Clark County and the people hustling to make them a success through our podcast series and live panel event. From educators, CEO’s and human resource champions, we highlighted all aspects of the startup cycle and how you can navigate your next bright idea—or just tune in… Continue reading Grow Clark County: Startup Stories Recap
December 1, 2020 Update – Applications are closed November 18, 2020 Update – CREDC worked with County partners to allow locally owned franchises to be eligible to apply for this COVID-19 Relief Grant. Locally owned franchises—specifically, franchises that are owned by a resident of Clark County and are physically located in Clark County—can now apply… Continue reading Additional COVID-19 Relief Grants for Clark County Businesses [APPLICATIONS CLOSED]
CREDC invited 2020 Fall Luncheon guests to participate in critical thinking on the top ways Clark County will recognize its competitive advantages. With a strong lens into the mindset of expanding and relocating businesses, keynote speaker Kristin Hammond of CBRE, expressed talent base and in-migration, favorable business environment, and growing quality-of-life amenities as our community’s… Continue reading CREDC Fall Luncheon: Emerging Together Recap
In an effort to share all that the region has to offer, we crafted a campaign aimed at attracting and retaining young, college-educated talent looking to establish roots in Clark County. Just North was built just for them in mind. We want them to know that if they look just a little farther north, their… Continue reading Introducing Just North – Your Journey Starts Here
Is quality assurance your jam? CREDC is hiring a temporary contract worker to help us implement a very important grant project to aid businesses managing through the effects of COVID-19. The right candidate will be in the market for a short-term work opportunity to conclude before the end of 2020, and will take uninhibited pride… Continue reading We’re Hiring a Temporary Contract Worker – Applications Closed
CREDC is partnering with the Greater Vancouver Chamber of Commerce and Vancouver Downtown Association to distribute non-contact infrared thermometers to more businesses—including expanded eligibility for sole proprietors. The thermometers are provided by FEMA in ongoing efforts to support the phased reopening of essential workplaces with a high degree of person-to-person interaction. We will be distributing… Continue reading Non-contact infrared thermometers
CREDC Opens Applications for New Emergency Grants Available for Clark County Businesses Up to $10,000 is available for businesses with 10 to 20 employees to support COVID-related response and recovery The Columbia River Economic Development Council (CREDC) is accepting applications for the Clark County Main Street Support Program (CCMSSP), which will provide new emergency grants… Continue reading Clark County Main Street Support Program – Applications Closed
