Since its inception in 1989, the TEDC has consistently and aggressively promoted business growth through a highly effective, four-point strategy: Retention and Expansion of Existing Businesses New and Small Business Development Targeted Marketing and Attraction of New Business Incentives and Infrastructure The TEDC's focus is on primary employers; that is, companies that sell a majority of their products and services to markets outside our regional economy, thereby funneling those new dollars into our local economy. A two to three times economic growth factor is realized by Smith County retail and service sectors as a result of primary business expansion and the inbound revenue it generates.
External link for Tyler Economic Development Council
315 N Broadway Ave
Tyler, Texas 75702-5712, US
The Tyler Economic Development Council received the 2024 Community Economic Development Award for communities with a population of 100,001-250,000 from the Texas Economic Development Council (TEDC) today in Dallas. This was for the Great Southern Wood Preserving project in the new Tyler Interstate Commerce Park. #innovation #growth #opportunity #tedc35
The Tyler Economic Development Council was pleased to work with Hiland Dairy Foods and MarksNelson on this monumental $100 million investment in our community. “We live here, we love Tyler, and the community itself is unique, and we feel like it’s the greatest place to be,” said General Manager Barry Beaman when asked why they decided to expand in Tyler.
Video of the Tyler Economic Development Council Annual Meeting presented by CHRISTUS Health.
Great Southern Wood Yellawood Founder and CEO Jimmy Rane joined us and made remarks at the Tyler Economic Development Council Annual Meeting. YellaWood is building the world’s largest wood treatment facility in the new Tyler Interstate Commerce Park. A little more about YellaWood and Jimmy Rane…
Thanks to the 500++ that attended the Tyler Economic Development Council Annual Meeting presented by CHRISTUS Health today. Former Houston Astros President Reid Ryan provided insightful keynote remarks. We also heard remarks from Great Southern Wood Yellawood founder Jimmy Rane.#growth #tedc35
The Tyler Economic Development Council acknowledges the significant impact of local industries during National Manufacturing Week, with team members Tara Hays and Mary Alice Guidry visiting and expressing gratitude to key companies, including Hood Packaging Corporation, Hiland Dairy Foods, Delek US Holdings, Inc., John Soules Foods, Wayne-Sanderson Farms, Greenberg Smoked Turkeys.
USA TODAY named Tyler, TX the best city nationally for retirees. Tyler, TX, was also ranked the best city to move to in Texas in a separate USA TODAY study earlier this year.
The Tyler Economic Development Council is pleased to work with Hiland Dairy Foods and MarksNelson on this monumental $99 million investment in our community. “This expansion is more than just growth in our physical footprint; it’s a commitment to the future of Tyler,” president of Hiland Dairy Rick Beaman said. “We deeply appreciate the support we’ve received from the city, and we’re excited to continue providing good-paying, stable jobs for this community for years to come,” said Beaman. #growth #opportunity #jobs
Tyler Economic Development Council Selects Tara Hays as New Director of Industry and Workforce Initiatives Tyler, Texas - September 16, 2024 – The Tyler Economic Development Council (TEDC) is pleased to announce the selection of Tara Hays as its new Director of Industry and Workforce Initiatives. In this pivotal role, Hays will spearhead TEDC's efforts to nurture and expand Tyler's thriving industrial sector. Her responsibilities will include developing strategic programs, fostering collaborative partnerships, and working with local partners to ensure a robust pipeline of talent to meet the needs of local businesses. "Tyler has a very solid and growing industry base that employs thousands of our neighbors. TEDC is committed to serving our local industries and having a member of the TEDC team dedicated to local industry will greatly enhance our economic development efforts," said Scott Martinez, TEDC President and CEO. "TEDC recruited Tara for this new position because of her strong industry relationships and her record as a high performing professional.” “I look forward to joining the Tyler Economic Development Council team. My work with local industry over the past six years has solidified my passion for Tyler's growth. I'm eager to support local industry and contribute to our community's continued economic development success," said Hays. The addition of this new position comes at a time of significant expansion for Tyler’s industrial sector. Since 2020, local industries have announced over $400 million in projects in Smith County, demonstrating the community’s attractiveness as a prime investment destination. Hays will start her new role on September 30. ###
Averitt has completed its new service center in Tyler. The facility covers 20,500 square feet with 33 dock doors and significantly increases Averitt’s capacity in our region. The Tyler Economic Development Council worked with Averitt and Ryan on this project. It is adjacent to the new Tyler Interstate Commerce Park. #growth #jobs