This page will feature news, information and updates about economic development and livability here in Freeborn County. We will also feature links and resources to help local business grow and expand our local economy.
ALEAP Partners with Local Financial Experts for Financial Panel Event
This quarter’s ALEAP panel event features local financial experts willing to share their expertise on banking, accounting and retirement planning with our local entrepreneurs and small business owners. The panelist…
City Leaders Discuss Economic Development Strategy
Mayor Vern Rasmussen, Councilor Al Brooks, City Manager Chad Adams and Assistant City Manager Gabrielatos participated in a three-hour strategy session with the Albert Lea Economic Development Agency Board on…
ALEDA is Your Small Business Resource
Building Freeborn County’s small business community is ALEDA’s commitment to you. Our programs are comprehensive and are designed to build and support our local businesses from start-up entrepreneur to seasoned…
The History of Greater Jobs, Inc.
Greater Jobs, Inc. is a private non-profit development corporation created in 1944 as Jobs, Inc. It was funded by local businessmen to solve the post WWII employment program. In the…
What Does ALEDA Do?
ALEDA serves as the mechanism where the county, city and the private sector work together for economic development in Albert Lea and Freeborn County. We are made up of the…