Explore Powell’s Economic Opportunities
Our mission
PEP’s mission is to lead the business community and government to create wealth, jobs, and improve the quality of life consistent with the culture and environment of the Powell Valley for the benefit of all citizens.
Who we are
PEP Inc. is the designated economic development organization (EDO) for the Powell Valley region in Northwest Wyoming. As a 501(c)(6) corporation, we facilitate the local economy by supporting our small businesses and creating new ones.
The Powell Economic Partnership Foundation operates as a federally registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. These two organizations work to better Powell’s economic potential and community support.
Workforce Services
Powell takes pride in its highly skilled and motivated workforce. Learn how our training programs, partnerships with NorthWest College, and community initiatives prepare individuals for success in today’s economy.
Available Sites & Facilities
Looking for the perfect location for your business? Powell offers a variety of sites and facilities tailored to meet the needs of industries ranging from manufacturing to retail.
Transportation Infrastructure
Powell’s strategic location provides access to major highways, rail lines, and airports, ensuring seamless connectivity for businesses and residents alike.
Advance Aviation
Explore Unique General Aviation Airport with UAS Flight Operations in Mountain West
The Powell Municipal Airport is a general aviation airport with a specialty in UAS flight operations. Powell is located next to Yellowstone National Park, a short flight from Billings, Bozeman, Jackson and Western Idaho.
Agribusiness
Agriculture at the heart of Powell
Powell, Wyoming, is home to one of the most fertile agricultural regions in the state, powered by innovation and a legacy of hard work. With over 93,000 acres of irrigated land managed by the Shoshone and Willwood Irrigation Districts, Powell leads in crop production, including barley, sugar beets, and alfalfa, while pioneering the cultivation of high-demand crops like echinacea and valerian.
Strategic initiatives like the Tipping Point Ag Study are driving transformative growth, identifying opportunities for agribusiness innovation, and ensuring long-term sustainability. Meanwhile, the Local Foods Initiative strengthens local supply chains, connects growers with markets, and fosters community resilience.
Whether you're an entrepreneur, investor, or business owner, Powell offers unmatched opportunities in agribusiness, supported by research partnerships with Northwest College and the University of Wyoming Extension Center.
Outdoor Recreation
Explore Powell’s Natural Wonders
Surrounded by the stunning Rocky Mountains, Powell serves as a gateway to adventure. We offer year-round outdoor recreation opportunities, such as hiking, fishing, hunting, skiing, and more. Powell is always looking to innovate and provide more opportunities for tourists to enjoy the great outdoors. We are currently working with the Great American Trail Conservancy to create a trail in the heart of Powell, that connects our great town to the world beyond.
Travel & Tourism
Surrounded by the stunning Rocky Mountains, Powell serves as a gateway to adventure. We offer year-round outdoor recreation opportunities, such as hiking, fishing, hunting, skiing, and more. Powell is always looking to innovate and provide more opportunities for tourists to enjoy the great outdoors. We are currently working with the Great American Trail Conservancy to create a trail in the heart of Powell, that connects our great town to the world beyond.
