Jason Roberts: New EDC Project Manager

 PELL CITY — From his desk at the St. Clair County Economic Development Council office, Jason Roberts can see opportunity in all directions.

“I think we have great opportunities,” Roberts said. “I think it’s a great time.”

A native of Birmingham, Roberts has lived in Odenville for nearly 11 years. With a law degree from the University of Alabama and a background in small business and commercial real estate, he joined the EDC in May as project manager.

Roberts, 44, said included in his responsibilities “could be various types of projects, from working with companies that are planning to expand or come here, to gathering information on real estate, general economic development activities.

“And anything else that is required,” he said.