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Tyler EDC Names Mary Alice Guidry as Senior Vice President TYLER, Texas – The Tyler Economic Development Council (TEDC) has named Mary Alice Guidry as its new Senior Vice President. Guidry will lead TEDC’s business development and marketing initiatives. She will also be active in the management and development of TEDC’s real estate portfolio. Guidry has most recently served as the Chief Executive Officer for local nonprofit Habitat for Humanity of Smith County. She is a licensed architect with nine years of experience as a Sr. Project Manager with Fitzpatrick Architects, Inc. “We are very excited to welcome Mary Alice to our team,” said Scott Martinez, TEDC President and CEO. “With Mary Alice, TEDC got someone that has a strong technical background in development. As TEDC develops more real estate assets, her skills in project managemant and architecture make her well suited for this position. She has been very involved in the community and understands the unique needs of Tyler, as well as the unprecedented growth we are experiencing. TEDC recruited her with confidence she will be impactful in this position.” Mary Alice is a graduate of Leadership Tyler Core Class 30 and currently serves on the boards of directors for Heart of Tyler and the City of Tyler Main Street Program. She is a graduate of Louisiana Tech University, where she earned her undergraduate and master’s degrees in architecture. “As CEO of Habitat for Humanity of Smith County, my role allowed me to passionately serve our community in a positive way,” Mary Alice said. “This humbling and thrilling opportunity with Tyler Economic Development Council will allow me to do so in a greater capacity, driving growth, fostering collaboration, and enhancing economic vitality for the good of our city and our citizens.” Mary Alice continues, “I am grateful to use my skills and God-given gifts to build on the impact TEDC has had for the last 35 years, and I look forward to working with Scott and our team to further progress for our wonderful city.” Guidry will start her new role on September 30, replacing outgoing Senior Vice President, Victor Valle.