Vision 2040 – a chance to look forward and prepare our community for the next 20 years.
It’s an exciting time to live and work in Gillette, and we’re seeking a team of citizens who want to help chart the future of our community for the next 20 years.
Energy Capital Economic Development Pursues $24.6 Million in Grants for Business Expansion and Recruitment
Throughout the COVID-19 crisis, Energy Capital Economic Development continues to help businesses in recovery as well as working on business expansion efforts. CEO Phil Christopherson shared that they are working on more than $18 million in grants and loans to support existing Campbell County businesses looking to expand their operations and increase their number of ...
Wyoming Awarded $1.25 Billion to Address Impacts of COVID-19
To help businesses address the current pandemic, the Wyoming State Legislature held a special session in May to allocated federal funds to help jobs and businesses in Wyoming. A special session in June is planned for additional legislation that continues to address issues related to the pandemic and the budget crisis. The May special session was ...
Gillette Jobs Board Sponsorship
Energy Capital Economic Development has partnered with Rudloff Solutions to develop a Jobs Board with links to job listings in Gillette, Wright, and Campbell County. As some unemployed individuals have never had to apply for a job online, the site provides links to the Hiring/Careers sites of major employers, Workforce Services, and links to employers in ...
Welcome Curtis Burdette
We are thrilled to welcome Curtis Burdette as Vice President of Operations at Energy Capital Economic Development. With more than 10 years consulting with entrepreneurs, small businesses, and non-profits, Curtis is well-versed in what it takes to make an organization thrive. His efforts will support the CEO in meeting and exceeding goals set out for ...
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Campbell County population:
46,140
Median Income:
$80,178
Primary industries:
Energy (oil and gas, coal), medical, school district
Top five employers:
Campbell County School District; Peabody Energy; Thunder Basin Coal; Campbell County Health; Cloud Peak Energy
Tax Rate:
Personal income 0%; Corporate Income 0%; Sales Tax 5% (State 4% - County 1%)
Unemployment Rate:
4.7%
Business Organizations:
Powder River Energy Corp Economic Development
Campbell County Convention and Visitors Bureau
Campbell County Chamber of Commerce
Small Business Development Center
Transportation:
Gillette-Campbell County Airport
Fire and Rescue:
Arts, Recreation & Entertainment:
Campbell County Rockpile Museum
Gillette Country Club Golf Course
Disc Golf at Dalbey Memorial Park and Cam-Plex Park
State of Wyoming and Local Government:
Campbell County School District
University of Wyoming - School of Energy Research
