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Bigger. Better. Texas. They say everything is bigger in Texas—including our ambitions for economic growth. As a national leader in business, Texas is committed to staying the top destination for business and innovation. Governor Greg Abbott’s new five-year economic development plan lays out a bold vision for the future, focusing on four key priorities: ? Business & Industry? ? Innovation & Entrepreneurship? ? Workforce? ? Infrastructure By investing in these areas, Texas will continue to be a globally competitive economic powerhouse. Economic development is a team sport, and we’re proud to be on #TeamTexas—working alongside Governor Abbott, Adriana Cruz, and dedicated economic development professionals across the state to make Texas even bigger and better. Office of Texas Governor Greg Abbott | Texas Economic Development #TexasEconomicDevelopment #TexasBusiness #EconomicGrowth https://hubs.li/Q039wSDj0

Tariffs with Mexico threaten Texas’ position as a global trade leader, something that we in San Antonio work daily to promote.? Last year, trade with Mexico accounted for $281 billion in exports and 466,000 Texas jobs, with Canada accounting for another $75 billion in exports.?Since NAFTA’s signing in San Antonio, North American free trade has strengthened our manufacturing ecosystem and economy. If these tariffs remain in place long term, they will negatively impact our economy and disrupt the interconnected bi-national supply chains built over more than 30 years. This would harm business and drive up the price of goods for U.S. consumers.? We are closely monitoring the situation and will support our regional businesses as needed.? https://hubs.li/Q039f5qX0

Investing in the future workforce and creating career pathways. This week, 500+ high school students took part in our annual #JobShadowDays, gaining firsthand experience in careers across the SATX region. From advanced manufacturing to financial and professional services, hospitality, non-profits, and cybersecurity/IT, students explored diverse industries and connected with potential future employers. Thank you to the participating employers: Accenture, Accenture Federal Services, AVANZAR INTERIOR TECHNOLOGIES, LTD, Bank of America, Broadway Bank, Firstmark Credit Union, Frost, Goodwill Industries of San Antonio, HoltCAT, International, Security Service Federal Credit Union, Silver Ventures, Southwest Research Institute, SWBC, Texas A&M University-San Antonio, Texas Department of Transportation, Toyota North America, USAA, and Whataburger. #SATXCareers #FutureReady

Ten San Antonio business and community leaders are heading to Harvard University this summer. They were selected to participate in the prestigious Young American Leaders Program. San Antonio is one of 14 communities invited to participate in the Harvard Business School’s leadership development program. Over the course of a week, the Young Leaders will learn about cross-sector collaborations to address the issues affecting U.S. cities, including infrastructure, workforce development, housing, and climate change. This year’s Young Leaders representing SATX are: * Curt Kruse, Vantage Bank * Erika Borrego, Corazon Ministries Inc * Evan O'Mahoney, CPS Energy * James Nortey, San Antonio for Growth on the Eastside (SAGE) * Jana Berton, Tri-Starr Talent * Kevin Lee Matula, USAA * Megan Legacy, San Antonio Hope Center * Mike Ramsey, City of San Antonio * Naomi Miller, American Council of Engineering Companies - San Antonio * Rachel Benavidez, VIA Metropolitan Transit Following the program, each city team is encouraged to apply their insights to drive collaborative initiatives and foster shared prosperity in their communities. #YALP #OneSATX #LeadershipDevelopment

Guadalupe County’s economic growth is undeniable! ?? With a 42.5% GDP surge in five years and Seguin leading as the fastest-growing community in the MSA, the momentum keeps building. This week Ashley Gossen, Executive Vice President for Global Corporate Recruitment at greater:SATX, joined a panel discussion on the county’s economic boom. Seguin is attracting both residents and businesses at an unprecedented pace. The Guadalupe County Growth Summit, hosted by the San Antonio Business Journal, featured key leaders, including Adriana Cruz, Executive Director of the Texas Economic Development & Tourism office, and Josh Schneuker, Executive Director of the Seguin Economic Development Corporation. The discussion was moderated by SABJ Editor Ed Arnold. More than 300 business and community leaders attended the event to gain insights from their peers and subject matter experts on the factors driving growth in the region and what’s needed to sustain this momentum. #EconomicDevelopment #SATXEconomy #Seguin #GuadalupeCounty #Growth

Toyota North America is investing in SATX and Driving Possibilities. Toyota is deepening its commitment to San Antonio with a major investment in both its operations and the local community. The automaker is investing $531 million to expand its South Side facility, including the addition of a new rear axle plant that will create over 400 #jobs. As part of the celebration, Toyota announced this week a pledge of up to $6.5 million in grants over five years to East Central Independent School District. This funding will support a collaboration between Toyota, Texas A&M University-San Antonio, East Central ISD, and the United Way of San Antonio and Bexar County to enhance STEM education and workforce development initatives. greater:SATX is proud to have supported Toyota throughout the site selection process for this expansion. We deeply value our partnership with Toyota and look forward to its continued success in SATX. #OneSATX #EconomicDevelopment #STEMEducation #WorkforceDevelopment

Downtown San Antonio is the heartbeat of our region—driving economic growth, culture, and opportunity. We teamed up with Centro San Antonio and Visit San Antonio to host #ImpactSA, a forum exploring the powerful impact our urban core has on the entire region. Downtown is more than just a place—it’s a thriving hub where people work, play, and live. It’s a destination for both residents and visitors, fueling the momentum that will propel the SATX regional economy into its next chapter. To sustain this growth, we must continue investing in our people and our place. Strategic investments attract the employers and jobs that drive economic mobility—and that’s what we’re all about at greater:SATX. Together with our partners at Centro San Antonio, Visit San Antonio, and many others, we’re working to make SATX the best place to live, visit, and grow a business. A huge thank you to our incredible panelists for an insightful and engaging conversation: ?? April Bailey – President, Amegy Bank ?? Chad Carey – Principal, Empty Stomach Group??? Ellen Davis – EVP, U.S. Travel Association ?? Joe Minicozzi – Principal, Urban3 Read coverage from the San Antonio Report: https://lnkd.in/g36CcK7m Jenna Saucedo-Herrera | Marc Anderson | Trish DeBerry #OneSATX #DowntownSanAntonio #EconomicGrowth #InvestInSATX

Join our team at greater:SATX! We’re looking for talented economic development professionals to help drive growth in our region. We are currently hiring for multiple positions on our Economic Development team: ?Corporate Location Advisory Services (CLAS) Director: Lead companies and their advisors through the corporate location decision-making and site selection process. This role also ensures a seamless transition and ongoing support as businesses establish operations in our region. ?Executive Assistant & Project Coordinator: This dual-role position manages complex scheduling, logistics, correspondence, and briefings for the Chief Economic Development Officer. Additionally, the role supports special projects and team travel coordination. Explore these opportunities and apply today at https://hubs.li/Q035QNvT0. #Hiring #EcDev #Job

One week until #ImpactSA. Join us for a dynamic conversation on downtown’s economic power and its role in driving regional growth. We’re thrilled to partner with Centro San Antonio and Visit San Antonio to host this important discussion about the heart of our region. Impact SA Tuesday, February 11, 2025 8-10 a.m. Secure your seat now: https://hubs.li/Q035dJMm0

Congratulations to our very own Ashley Gossen, who has been recognized as a #40Under40 honoree by the San Antonio Business Journal! This award recognizes successful young professionals under the age of 40 who are leaders in their industry and who give back to the community. As our Senior Vice President of Global Corporate Recruitment, Ashley plays a pivotal role in driving recruitment efforts that bring high-quality jobs to the San Antonio region. Her dedication and expertise have made her an invaluable asset to our organization and the region. We are incredibly proud of Ashley and all the inspiring professionals in this year’s 40 Under 40 class. Congratulations to everyone! ???? Read more about this year's class: https://lnkd.in/gpUADqPH #Leadership #SATX