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GRAND JUNCTION COLORADO FAMILIARIZATION TOUR 2025

April 22 - 24, 2025

Explore opportunities in the largest metropolitan region between Denver and Salt Lake City with access to I-70, a regional airport, a robust workforce pipeline, and breathtaking views.

The familiarization tour will include site visits to available development opportunities and networking with key community stakeholders. It will conclude with the Western Colorado Economic Summit, Grand Junction's premier economic development focused conference.

About The Grand Junction Area

Comprised of the City of Grand Junction, the City of Fruita, and the Town of Palisade, this valley is brimming with opportunity.


Colorado's greater Grand Junction area is the largest metropolitan region between Denver, CO and Salt Lake City, UT.  The area is home to one of the fastest-growing universities in the nation, 245 sunny days per year, world-famous wineries, and unparalleled access to outdoor recreation possibilities. Centrally located with access to major transportation routes, Grand Junction allows businesses to operate globally with big-city amenities while still maintaining a small-town charm and relative affordability that keeps employees healthier and happier.

Major and emerging industries include manufacturing, healthcare, aerospace and aviation, agribusiness, energy, technology, and outdoor recreation.

Join us in exploring opportunities in the Grand Junction area! 

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Familiarization Tour Agenda

Colorado Mesa University

Day 1 - April 22, 2025

  • 7:00 - 11:30 AM -- Arrival to Grand Junction Regional Airport and check-in

  • 12:00 - 1:30 PM -- Welcome and lunch with the Grand Junction Economic Partnership and City of Grand Junction

  • 1:45 - 2:45 PM -- Colorado Mesa University campus tour

  • 2:30 - 3:15 PM -- Tour of Las Colonias Business Park

  • 3:15 - 4:00 PM -- Tour of development districts

  • 4:30 - 6:30 PM -- Happy Hour at Asteria Theatre
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Day 2 - April 23, 2025

  • 7:30 - 8:30 AM -- Breakfast with GJEP and the Grand Junction Regional Airport

  • 8:30 - 9:30 AM -- Tour of West Star Aviation 

  • 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM -- Bus Tour of Grand Junction development districts

  • 12:00 - 1:30 PM -- Lunch with The City of Fruita

  • 1:45 - 5:30 PM -- Activity of choice: Golfing at Redlands Mesa or Wine Tasting in Palisade

  • 5:30 - 6:30 PM -- Q&A Feedback Session with GJEP and Western Colorado Economic Summit preparation 
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Day 3 - April 24, 2025

The Western Colorado Economic Summit

  • 7:15 - 8:00 AM -- Conference check-in

  • 8:00 - 9:00 AM -- Opening remarks and Mesa County leadership panel 

  • 9:00 - 10:15 AM -- Site Selection Panel Discussion 

  • 10:30 - 3:00 PM -- Economic Summit programming of choice 

  • 3:00 - 5:00 PM -- Free time

  • 5:00 - 7:00 PM - VIP Happy Hour 

Tour Highlights

Tour agenda is subject to change. Grand Junction Economic Partnership will provide a finalized agenda and additional details once registration has been accepted.

About the Grand Junction Economic Partnership

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The Grand Junction Economic Partnership (GJEP) is the primary economic development agency for Mesa County including the City of Grand Junction, City of Fruita, and the Town of Palisade. 

GJEP helps new and current businesses grow and discover opportunities in the region through providing free business development services including site selection support, identification of available incentives, workforce development support, and key community connections. 

As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, our mission is to support a strong and diverse economy is Mesa County through facilitating capital investment and the creation of new primary jobs. We operate through the support of our public and private partners.