Selena S.

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Director of Strategic Engagement, GJEP

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Join date: May 29, 2025

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Selena Sanchez is the Director of Strategic Engagement for the Grand Junction Economic Partnership, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization with a mission to enhance the economic vitality of Mesa County through proactive business recruitment and expansion efforts, driving the creation of new primary jobs and capital investment within our community. Selena is a creative strategist and community builder who believes communication can spark real impact. She leads regional marketing initiatives for GJEP to showcase western Colorado as a vibrant destination for business growth. Beyond crafting communications campaigns, Selena is passionate about connecting people and using the power of networking to further the mission of the Grand Junction Economic Partnership. Outside of her role at GJEP, she enjoys working on creative projects, hiking, and spending time outdoors with her family and dogs. ✨

Posts (5)

Jun 9, 2026 ∙ 2 min

Hustle, Breathe, and Thrive: Young Professionals Are Staying in Grand Junction

The old-school corporate playbook says you have to sacrifice your lifestyle to climb the career ladder. You move to a congested, high-stress metro area, spend hours in traffic, and hope you have energy left for the weekend. But what if you could hustle and actually breathe? Meet Marvin Lopez, the Director of Client Success at Point Man by ProStar—a cutting-edge cloud-based technology company right here in Grand Junction. Ten years ago, Marvin and his wife packed up and moved to Colorado for a...

Jun 9, 2026 ∙ 3 min

Practicing Quality Care: Dr. Agrawal's Relocation to Grand Junction

When neurosurgeon Dr. Basheal Agrawal MD, was first recruited by Intermountain Health St. Mary's Regional Hospital to fill a need in Western Colorado for complex spinal care, he had a very honest initial reaction: "I have no idea where Grand Junction is." Coming from the Midwest, he and his family were instantly awestruck by the diverse mountain topography. But what has truly kept them here since moving in 2014 isn't just the scenery, it's a rare harmony between world-class medical innovation...

Jun 9, 2026 ∙ 2 min

Life is Sweeter in Grand Junction, Colorado: Becca's 26 Year Journey with Enstrom Candies

When most people think about moving to Colorado's Grand Junction area and the vibrant neighboring communities of Fruita and Palisade, they often think of the legendary red-rock landscapes, singletrack trails, and sunny vineyard patios. But building a life in Western Colorado is more than finding a beautiful place to play; it's about discovering a community where you can grow a meaningful career filled with passion and purpose. Nobody embodies this balance better than Becca Botts, the...