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Jackson County, MN

Jackson Business Challenge

October 25, 2022 ·

Jackson Business Challenge

Jackson Business Development Committee in conjunction with The City of Jackson, Jackson Area Chamber of Commerce, JEDC and Economic Development Office is offering an incentive package worth up to $20,000 for a winning business that will open in downtown Jackson by September 1, 2023.

 

Attached Document or FileJackson Business Challenge Application 2023

Overview:

The Jackson Business Challenge is an entrepreneurial start-up competition for Jackson’s current business district. Business concepts eligible for the competition are (1) new businesses; (2) a second or third satellite business from an existing location in another town; or (3) a significant expansion of current business that includes an additional business concept.

Goals:

  • To initiate innovative recruitment of businesses that will enhance the business mix in downtown Jackson
  • Provide entrepreneurial businesses a head-start during the first year of business operation .
  • To strengthen the economy and the downtown environment of Jackson by attracting unique and specialty businesses.
  • To transform empty business spaces into more attractive and beneficial locations
  • To build a “buzz” and promote Jackson as a great place to start a business
  • To display the community’s commitment to downtown Jackson; to take ownership in and demonstrate pride in downtown Jackson.

Timeline

  •  Phase 1 – Business Concept Due: December 30, 2022 (Fri)
    • Announcement of those advancing to Phase 2: January 6, 2023 (Fri)
  • Phase 2 – Business Plans Drafts Due: January 27, 2023 (Fri)
    • Business Plans Due: February 3, 2023 (Fri)
    • Announcement of those advancing to Phase 3: February 17, 2023 (Fri)
  • Phase 3 – Final Proposal Presentations: Personal Interview will be scheduled the week of February 20, 2023 – March 03, 2023
    • Announcement of the Grand Prize Winner: March 6, 2023 (Mon)
  • Business Must be Open: September 1, 2023 (Fri)

 

Dates are subject to change

How to apply/question:

All applications to be submitted via mail or e-mail to:

Jackson Area Chamber Of Commerce
℅: Jackson Business Challenge
114 3rd St. Jackson, MN 56143
Email: Chamber@jacksonmn.com

Jackson Economic Development Office
℅:Jackson Business Challenge
82 West Ashley St, Jackson, MN 56143
Email: dave.schmidt@cedausa.com
*Contestant required to verify receipt of entry

https://jacksonmn.govoffice3.com/vertical/sites/%7BF3D1701B-7B85-48F8-8964-A7A738030D91%7D/uploads/Jackson_Business_Challenge_2023.pdf
 
https://jacksonmn.govoffice3.com/jbc?&pri=0

Jackson, MN

Jackson Minnesota Economic Development

Jackson – Minnesota

The City of Jackson is located in southwestern Minnesota at the intersection of Interstate 90 and U.S. Hwy. 71

Nestled in a valley of the West Fork of the Des Moines River. Jackson is the largest city and the county seat of Jackson County. A historic downtown district features a variety of strong retail and service-based businesses.

  • County: Jackson
  • Region: Southwest MN
  • Zip Code: 56143
  • City Website
  • Chamber Website
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Dave Schmidt

Dave Schmidt

Community & Business Development Specialist
Jackson, MN
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Dave Schmidt joined CEDA in April 2021 as the Administrative Assistant in the Jackson, Minn., office. Prior to CEDA, Dave was the news director at the local radio station and has over 20 years of experience in purchasing, inventory and logistics management.
Growing up in a small town in north central Iowa, Dave has always enjoyed the perks of small town life. He is very active in the community and serves on the Boards for the Jackson Area Chamber of Commerce, Jackson Community Foundation and Friends of the Jackson County Libraries.

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Shelley Pohlman

Shelley Pohlman

Community and Business Development Specialist
Jackson, MN
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