The McKinney Economic Development Corporation welcomes Emily Linares as new Special Projects and Events Manager

The McKinney Economic Development Corporation welcomed Emily Linares, CFEE as the organization’s new Special Projects and Events Manager on March 6, 2023. Her role includes creating and expanding special events and unique projects for the MEDC, such as the coordination of the Byron Nelson sponsorships, Tech and Trucks, and more. She previously served as Communications & Marketing Manager for the City of Corinth for four years, where her role included special event coordination and marketing efforts.

Linares holds a Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management from the University of North Texas. She also earned a Master of Arts in Strategic Communication from Texas Tech University. She holds the Certified Public Communicator designation from Texas Christian University, and is a Certified Festival and Events Associate.

She has already brought so much excellence and vision to the role, and we can't wait to see what she does next!