Texas Economic Development Corporation

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DID YOU KNOW?   Texas is the Gateway to Global Trade for the Nation!   Texas Business is EVERYWHERE!   …And Texas continues to lead as the gateway to global trade for the United States. With strategic locations, world-class infrastructure, and unmatched business-friendly policies, Texas is a top destination for international trade and foreign direct investment.   Businesses from around the world recognize the benefits of investing in Texas, contributing to job creation, economic growth, and innovation.    Through initiatives and partnerships, we remain committed to advancing our role as a global trade leader, strengthening our economy, and supporting prosperity for all Texans!   Stay tuned for the next TEXAS TOUT TUESDAY…next TUESDAY!

Floresville (and the region) is Flourishing with a Booming Economy!   The City Of Floresville and the FLORESVILLE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION successfully hosted the first Floresville Regional Economic Development Forum at the Floresville Event Center.   Congrats to Ernie Gonzalez, Jr., President & CEO, EMC Strategy Group, LLC for setting and achieving this goal!    This event brought together leaders from state, federal, and various organizations committed to economic development and job creation. Including Alex Meade, Commissioner of the Texas Transportation Commission, Terry Zrubek, Deputy Executive Director of Office of Texas Governor Greg Abbott Economic Development & Tourism, and Aaron Demerson, President & CEO of the Texas Economic Development Corporation, as the featured speakers.    The forum highlighted numerous economic development tools available to cities and counties, emphasizing the importance of leveraging both public and private sector resources. This collaborative effort aimed to support job creation, business recruitment and retention, and overall economic growth and prosperity for our communities.   We look forward to continuing this momentum and building on the foundations laid at this forum.    The mantra for the region: “Together, we can achieve sustained economic growth and prosperity for all."

Texas: The Economic Engine of America! F1 2024 at Circuit of The Americas (COTA) was once again a TEXAS-size SUCCESS!                                                                                         The Texas Economic Development Corporation (TxEDC) and our partners at the Governor’s Texas Economic Development & Tourism (EDT) office are always proud to participate in this world-class event that once again showcased TEXAS as the Economic Engine of America! Friday, we had a day on the track followed by business meetings with guests on Saturday that included TxEDC & EDT hosting an F1 Texas Roundtable. Exciting discussions took place centered around the “State of the Booming Texas Economy.” We were delighted to have premiere site consultants join us including Mike Mullis & Denise E. Mullis with J.M. Mullis, Didi Caldwell with Global Location Strategies, and Jose Beceiro & Tony Schum with Kroll. During the roundtable, we heard an update from Adriana Cruz, who is the BEST Economic Development Executive Director in the nation. We also heard from our TxEDC Executive Level Investors Edward Latson, President of Opportunity Austin, Ashley Gossen, MBA, CEcD, Senior Vice President of Global Corporate Recruitment at greater:SATX, and Valerie Mathieu, Senior Director of Regional Economic Development at the Greater Houston Partnership. We were also joined by TxEDC investors, potential investors, and the EDT team. We were excited to host our guests next door to the McCombs team and their guests. It was great to see TxEDC Investor CEO Jenna Saucedo-Herrera of greater:SATX and Texas Department of Transportation Chairman Bruce Bugg who were guests of the McCombs team. Did You Know? COTA says in its first decade, it accounted for $7 billion in economic impact to Austin and Texas, equating it to hosting a Super Bowl annually. Now that is a Lone Star State win! In Texas, we often say “It ain’t braggin’ if it’s true!” Fact of the matter is there is no comparison to F1 in Texas at the COTA track. Let’s make 2025 even BIGGER & BETTER!

TEXAS TOUT TUESDAY!   DID YOU KNOW: Texas is Younger and Faster Growing than any state in the Nation?   Everything is BIGGER—and younger—in Texas! The Lone Star State continues to lead the way in growth, with a population expanding faster and staying younger than the national average.   Whether you're in tech, healthcare, manufacturing, or finance, Texas offers opportunities like no other. This is why so many are choosing Texas as the place to live, work, and grow.   Stay tuned for the next TEXAS TOUT TUESDAY…next TUESDAY!

Happy Chamber of Commerce Week! This week Governor Greg Abbott issued a proclamation and a video (see links below) recognizing Chamber of Commerce week and the vital role chambers play in driving local economies, supporting small businesses, and creating thriving communities. Let’s take a moment to recognize their hard work and dedication to fostering economic growth! TxEDC is blessed to have several Chambers of Commerce organizations as Investors and we are committed to strengthening the relationships. Round Rock Chamber of Commerce Dallas Regional Chamber Greater Killeen Chamber of Commerce Greater Waco Chamber of Commerce Indo-American Chamber of Commerce of Greater Houston Wichita Falls Chamber of Commerce US India Chamber of Commerce DFW US India Chamber of Commerce Austin Governor Abbott Video: https://lnkd.in/eRz9ybuj Chambers of Commerce Week Proclamation: https://lnkd.in/egEZt85f

Exciting News! We are thrilled to welcome CompTIA as new investors at the Texas Economic Development Corporation!    In 40+ years CompTIA has grown to become a vital community for millions of businesses and individuals seeking to thrive in the $5.2 trillion global IT/tech industry.   Their expertise and commitment to advancing technology align perfectly with Texas’ mission to expand the future of tech in the Lone Star State!   Welcome to the team, CompTIA! If you are interested in joining us at TxEDC, please contact our Vice President of Investor Relations Valerie Segovia at Valerie@businessintexas.com

TEXAS is a manufacturing mecca where “Made in Texas” is a powerful global brand!   Congrats to ARMA CEO Kevin Fincher & team for an OUTSTANDING Austin Regional Manufacturers Association (ARMA)’s Conference & Expo held in Austin, TX.     The conference which was sponsored by PNC Bank and a number of others was packed with an all-star line-up of panels and presentations that brought together industry thought leaders all speaking to Future of Manufacturing in Texas.    Next year the conference will be held in Round Rock, Texas at the Kalahari Resorts & Conventions.   Jordan Robinson, President of Round Rock Chamber of Commerce & TxEDC Investor, Paul Fletcher, CEO of Workforce Solutions Rural Capital Area and Rob Leonardis, Board Chair & President of Ember Industries Inc are all excited and eager to welcome this regional conference to their area.   Texas is the FUTURE!

TEXAS TOUT TUESDAY!   DID YOU KNOW: Texas leads the nation in semiconductor exports?   From innovative startups to established tech giants such as Samsung Semiconductor (TxEDC Investor), the Lone Star State is at the forefront of the semiconductor industry, driving technological advancements and powering the future.    Texas is pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in computing, AI, and beyond. Everything really is BIGGER in TEXAS - including the impact of the semiconductor industry!   Stay tuned for the next TEXAS TOUT TUESDAY…next TUESDAY!

Happy Manufacturing Day to our Texas Manufacturers! Today we celebrate the investment made in Texas by our small, mid-size and large manufacturers. Did You Know: TEXAS IS A MANUFACTURING MECCA! Texas manufacturers dominate the list of America’s 500 largest public manufacturing companies and Texas ranks #2 in the nation for number of firms, with more than 28,000 establishments. It ain’t braggin’ if it’s true! A heartfelt THANK YOU to our Texas Economic Development Corporation investors who are manufacturers, and to everyone who supports this vital industry in our great state! Texas Manufacturing Statistics: https://lnkd.in/gDm_9S9F Governor Abbott Manufacturing Week Video: https://lnkd.in/gVKgG8ex The Future is Texas Video: https://lnkd.in/g9ZUgekH