Columbia River Economic Development Council

Congratulations to Summit Truck Body, which has officially opened its brand-new 74,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Ridgefield, Washington! Our Vice President of Business Development, Clint Hendricks, was honored to attend the ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating this milestone. Clint and the CREDC team worked with Summit as company growth created the need for a new manufacturing facility. From Summit’s initial interest in Clark County to Friday’s ribbon cutting, CREDC is proud to have played a supporting role in bringing Summit Truck Body to our community. Their new facility contributes to the economic vitality of our region, bringing jobs, innovation, and new opportunities. With plans to grow their workforce, Summit is positioned for continued success. Welcome to the community, Summit Truck Body! #EconomicDevelopment #BusinessDevelopment #ClarkCountyWA #WashingtonState

❄️Happy Holidays from Team CREDC! As the year comes to a close, we pause to reflect on an outstanding 2024. View a few of our highlights here: https://lnkd.in/geT45Xv4 Thank you for partnering with us in advancing SW Washington's economic vitality. Your collaboration inspires and drives meaningful change in our community.

Help shape the future of international air travel in our region! The Port of Portland is conducting a 2025 travel demand survey to support the return of nonstop flights to Asia, expand service to Mexico, and explore new routes to Europe. Our region's international connectedness is an important draw for companies and individuals alike. By participating in this survey, you’ll provide airlines with critical data that highlights the travel needs of SW Washington’s growing population and vibrant business community. Share it with your network and take the survey by January 6. Together, we can continue enhancing our region’s global connectivity and economic growth. Survey link: https://lnkd.in/gGF-SYWn #PDX #ClarkCountyWA #InternationalTravel #GlobalConnections

Looking for a way to build your workforce and boost your visibility? The Future Leaders Project (FLP) connects your business with motivated interns who act as public relations ambassadors, spreading awareness about your organization among their networks. By hosting an FLP intern, you’ll also demonstrate your commitment to workforce development and community engagement—powerful ways to enhance your reputation. And with CREDC, Washington State University Vancouver, and Workforce Southwest Washington managing the hiring process, it’s easy to get started. Interested? Contact Clint Hendricks, VP of Business Development at CREDC to get your company signed up today. Video Credit: C-TRAN, Elizabeth Jeffries * Future Leaders Project is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Washington Relay Service: 711 * The Future Leaders Project is supported by PY23 allocations of $97,195 (51% of total) U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration federal funding and $93,000 (49% of total) non-federal funding from the JPMorganChase Foundation.

🎄🎉 CREDC enjoyed Greater Portland Inc.'s Holiday Mixer—a perfect way to celebrate the holidays and deepen partnerships with our regional economic development partners. PC: Jordan Mishra Johnson #CREDC #GPI #HolidayMixer #RegionalCollaboration #EconomicDevelopment

Last week, Leadership Clark County’s Economic Drivers session showcased the many forces shaping our local economy. Jen Baker, President and CEO of CREDC, participated in a panel discussion discussing economic growth and opportunities in Clark County. Julia Roberts Krivoruk, Washington APEX Accelerator/CREDC Advisor, highlighted the resources we offer to support local businesses and expand contracting opportunities. Participants explored key economic drivers with visits to the Port of Vancouver USA and the RIDGEFIELD MAIN STREET, gaining firsthand insight into the collaborative efforts strengthening our region. These sessions spark meaningful conversations, inspire innovative ideas, and build partnerships that are helping to create a stronger, more connected Clark County. Nicole Davison León, Mike Bomar, Janet Kenefsky, Marnie Farness

We were happy to join the City of Vancouver, Washington, Vancouver's Downtown Association, project partners, and contributors to kick off the construction phase of the Main Street Promise Project. Thank you to everyone involved in this transformative project, including MacKay Sposito and the Nutter Corporation. #ClarkCountyWA #EconomicDevelopment #CommunityBuilding

This week, Julia Roberts Krivoruk, with Washington APEX Accelerator and CREDC, joined the state-wide WA APEX team for their annual training to share best practices, learn from one another, and focus on strategic planning for the year ahead. Collaborations like this ensure we’re prepared to continue delivering meaningful support and driving impactful results for the businesses we serve here in SW Washington. Here’s to another successful year ahead! #Collaboration #StrategicPlanning #APEXTeam #CommunitySupport

We were honored to cohost this year’s Legislative Breakfast with the Greater Vancouver Chamber and Identity Clark County, where business leaders and policymakers came together to discuss the 2025 Shared Business Community Legislative Priorities. SW Washington priorities focus on economic development, public safety, infrastructure, and workforce development & education. Special thanks to Jen Baker, our President & CEO, for moderating the panel, to the Greater Vancouver Chamber and Identity Clark County for their work to make this a fabulous event, and to the Port of Vancouver USA for sponsoring. We look forward with optimism to the 2025 Legislative Session! #LegislativeBreakfast #ClarkCountyWA #CommunityLeadership #SharedBusinessPriorities

As we close out the last board meeting of the year, we want to express our deepest gratitude to the 2024 CREDC Board for their service and leadership. At yesterday’s board meeting, we reflected on progress made and the momentum we carry into 2025. Your contributions make a lasting impact on Clark County’s economic growth and resilience. We’re excited for what’s ahead in the New Year! Thank you to all who attended the final board meeting of the year, both pictured and not. Pictured: Miriam Halliday, Dr. Karin Edwards, Allyssa Bromley, Jeff Kapp, Mei Wu-Fergus, Sarah Laughlin, SHRM-SCP, COPM-C, Mark Tishenko, ryan weston, Kathleen Rienhardt-Waring, and Larry Keister. #ClarkCountyWA #EconomicDevelopment #BusinessDevelopment