[Archived] COVID-19 Response: Resources & Assistance for Clark County Businesses
CREDC is closely monitoring COVID-19, also known as novel coronavirus. As the situation evolves quickly, we put together a list of sources of information, guidance and assistance available for businesses impacted by COVID-19. You can find this page below and it will be updated as more information becomes available. April 8 update: Working Washington Small […]
A message from President Baker
By Jennifer Baker, President, CREDC Just over a year ago, I began this incredible journey leading the CREDC team and I continue to be blown away by the thriving business ecosystem, the unparalleled quality of life and—what I believe makes us so unique—the strong commitment from private and public sector leaders to accelerate economic […]
CREDC Announces 2020 Officers, New Board Members, New COO
Yesterday, at its annual investor meeting, the Columbia River Economic Development Council (CREDC) elected new members and officers to serve on its board of directors. At a special board meeting immediately following, the new board moved to elect its 2020 officers and private sector Executive Committee members. “I am excited to continue working with the […]
2020 and beyond: Trends that shape recruitment discussions
By Jennifer Baker, President, CREDC A few national trends critically shape the way that economic developers will frame recruitment discussions in 2020 and beyond. Buster: Trend 1. Quality of life indicators wield increasing influence over companies’ relocation and expansion decisions. Commercial real estate professionals and relocation consultants lead the industry at tapping into big […]
CREDC Hires New Vice President of Business Development
The Columbia River Economic Development Council (CREDC) announced today that it has hired Clint Hendricks as its new Vice President of Business Development. In this role, Hendricks will be responsible for working with CREDC staff, board of directors and strategic partners to execute the goals and objectives outlined in the Clark County Comprehensive Economic Development […]
Grow Clark County: Diversity Drives Innovation
How local organizations are integrating diversity, equity, and inclusion practices into their workplace culture. Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the business environment goes beyond achieving good optics, beyond team members representing varying gender, race, or ethnic backgrounds. Truly inclusive environments embrace team members who bring different life experiences and points of view, who hold […]
Grow Clark County: Human Factors in Workplace Design
CREDC’s first Grow Clark County event of the year featured a keynote presentation form Jeevan Peter (JP), Human Factors & Ergonomic Specialist for Herman Miller. The room was filled with unique seating provided by Workplace Resource of Oregon, including the Herman Miller “Spun Chair,” which some attendees were reluctant – and some excited – to […]
Thinking Global: How CREDC Leverages International Outreach
By Jennifer Baker, CREDC President May is World Trade Month and the host month for Small Business Week activities around the country. Building alongside these international and emerging business themes, CREDC has taken an active role demonstrating solid representation so far in 2019, through our support for the Association of Washington Business trade mission to […]
CREDC Bolsters Strategy Team: Hires Marnie Farness, Promotes Brittany Bagent
The Columbia River Economic Development Council (CREDC) announced today that it has hired Marnie Farness as its new Relationships and Strategy Manager and promoted Brittany Bagent to Vice President of Strategy, effective May 6. The Relationships and Strategy Manager is a new position for CREDC as the organization puts a stronger focus on Expanding the […]
CREDC Joins Portland Business Alliance for Outreach Efforts in D.C.
By Brittany Bagent, Director of Strategy, CREDC On behalf of the Columbia River Economic Development Council (CREDC), I joined the Portland Business Alliance (PBA) in Washington D.C. to discuss priority issues with Southwest Washington’s and Oregon’s congressional delegation and members of the Trump Administration. CREDC participated in the trip to represent Southwest Washington’s interests and […]