Texas Economic Development Council

Economic development creates opportunities to grow state, local and metro areas, which are essential for economic growth, improved quality of life and community development. Texas Economic Development Council articles below.

Logistics & Distribution

Dollar Tree Will Invest $130M In New Texas Distribution Center

February 8, 2019

The operator of discount variety stores plans to create more than 300 new jobs for the Rosenberg, TX and surrounding communities.

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Site Selection

Location Spotlight: Hoosier Energy

December 11, 2017

The Hoosier Energy Power Network’s Economic Development team is dedicated to providing valuable site selection information and assistance to companies considering a relocation or expansion in Indiana or Illinois.

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Economic Development

Valdosta-Lowndes County, Georgia: The Perfect Place

April 16, 2019

Valdosta-Lowndes County, Georgia is a vibrant and premier location for business development opportunities. Located midway between Atlanta and Orlando in the heart of South Georgia, Valdosta-Lowndes County is strategically positioned for businesses to access and serve the global economy.

Breaking News

Green Development & Sustainability: Letting The Sunshine In

Industry Focus April 22, 2019

As states are racing to be among the leaders powered 100-percent by renewable energy, industrial giants like Samsung are pledging to join them in adopting this gold standard for sustainability at their manufacturing plants.

Netflix Expanding With New Production Hub In New York City

Capital Investment April 22, 2019

An expanded office space in Manhattan and six sound stages in Brooklyn will create up to $100 million in investments and thousands of jobs within five years.

Horton Holding Creating 125 Jobs In South Carolina

Manufacturing April 18, 2019

The manufacturer is establishing a new 100,000-square-foot facility in Oconee County, SC.

Netflix Expanding With New Production Hub In New York City

Capital Investment April 22, 2019

An expanded office space in Manhattan and six sound stages in Brooklyn will create up to $100 million in investments and thousands of jobs within five years.

Dematic Investing $30M In New Georgia Global HQ

Corporate Headquarters April 16, 2019

The supply chain technology and innovation company will create more than 230 jobs at its new headquarters in Midtown Atlanta's Tech Square.

Horton Holding Creating 125 Jobs In South Carolina

Manufacturing April 18, 2019

The manufacturer is establishing a new 100,000-square-foot facility in Oconee County, SC.

Facility Management

Facility Executive – Creating Intelligent Buildings

Series 696 Harsh Environment Connector April 23, 2019
The Series 696 HEC panel mount connector features a new protective hose fitting that shields cable and single wires against external influences. - Read: Series 696 Harsh Environment Connector at FacilityExecutive.com.
Crossville Announces 2018 Recycling Program Milestones April 22, 2019
The tile maker's all-time recycling total nears 126 million pounds of fired waste diverted from landfills due to its Tile Take-Back and TOTO USA recycling programs. - Read: Crossville Announces 2018 Recycling Program Milestones at FacilityExecutive.com.
6th Annual National Fall Prevention Safety Stand-Down Announced April 22, 2019
In early May, OSHA will join with occupational safety organizations for the week-long event that focuses on preventing falls in construction, the industry’s leading cause of fatalities. - Read: 6th Annual National Fall Prevention Safety Stand-Down Announced at FacilityExecutive.com.

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