Kelly Barraza

Managing Editor at Site Selection Magazine

Kelly Barraza is managing editor at Site Selection Magazine. She has worked in scientific and B2B publications since 2018 and holds an English Literature degree from Georgia State University. An Atlanta native, Kelly spends her free time with her friends, pets and hobbies.

e-mail: kelly.barraza@conway.com

Articles By This Author

PFLUGERVILLE, TEXAS: Growing Business And Community At the Same Time

Location and infrastructure are two gold stars Pflugerville, Texas, has on its report card when it comes to its competitiveness for attracting, keeping and growing business.

Three Countries, One Deal

Six years ago, North America trade relations fell under a new arrangement of the land — the United States–Mexico–Canada Agreement, or “USMCA.”

POWER PROVISION: Signed, Sealed, Delivered

We asked utility economic developers how they are balancing growth and supply when meeting large-load power needs. They answered.

2026 TOP UTILITIES: Feeling the Surge

The energy providers whose economic development divisions excelled in 2025 at attracting investment and jobs to their service areas are showcased.

WEST TENNESSEE: This Side of Tennessee Knows No Bounds

More than just walking in Memphis, companies are building new industry and opening doorways to new technology in West Tennessee. Also, four West Tennessee communities are seeing state investment into downtown improvement projects.

WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT: What’s Working for Tennessee’s New Workforce Strategy?

An exclusive interview with Tennessee Department of Labor & Workforce Development Commissioner Deniece Thomas on how the past six months have unfolded for the organization and the six state agencies working together under a new statewide workforce development strategy.

HEALTHCARE & LIFE SCIENCES: Vital Volunteer State Industry Sparks Innovation

Tennessee has seen $855 million in capital investment and over 6,000 new job commitments since 2019 in the medical field. Vanderbilt University Medical Center, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and the University of Tennessee Health Science Center serve as magnets for innovative healthcare solutions.