Texas Economic Development Guide 2021

7 Reasons to Move to the Lone Star State

Projects include new investments from HelloFresh, Tyson Foods and Goya Foods.

With ample space and easy access to markets, Abilene draws companies to Northwest Texas.

Port San Antonio expands for next wave of cybersecurity, tech growth.

The robust network of 148 higher education institutions in Texas includes these six robust public university systems.

Projects from SpaceX, Axiom and BAE Systems are just the beginning.

There’s a lot more to Texas goods movement than one e-commerce giant. But Amazon’s very large footprint makes a deep impression.

Ever heard of Volcon, Ayro or Hyliion? They’re just a few of the lesser known firms trying to make the Austin region the electric vehicle capital of the world.

There is perhaps no more scenic place in Texas than the majestic Upper Rio Grande Region.

When it comes to minerals gleaned from the earth, there is perhaps no place in America more important to the national and global economy than West Texas.

Everything from a relaxing beach vacation to a shopping excursion to Mexico can be enjoyed from the South Texas region.

The Alamo, made famous in 1836 for its part in the Texas Revolution, is a central part of the Lone Star State’s history.

Austin, the birthplace of Dell Technologies, is the economic hub of Texas’ Capital Region.

Central Texas’ Biocorridor Brings Innovations to Global Markets

A region once focused predominantly on oil and gas has since grown into a highly sought-after location for global corporations across a wide swath of industries.

A key player in the global energy industry, Southeast Texas is home to the world’s largest oil refineries.

Upper East Texas offers a business friendly and affordable location for businesses.

Dallas’ reputation for spurring innovation with homegrown companies like Dell Technologies hasn’t slowed down over the years.

Texas’s Northwest region is a 30-county area stretching from the Oklahoma border to the Colorado River, from Big Spring to Fort Worth.

Logistics networks link manufacturers in Amarillo, Lubbock to major markets.

Tesla is coming to Texas, and it’s hardly alone.

Texas is still No. 1 for petroleum, and it’s not even close.

Texas may soon be announcing one of its largest foreign direct investments to date.

Texas’ famously pro-business climate, skilled workforce attracts family-owned businesses to Terrell.

Bears and Rangers prove it can happen in Texas.

The volume of HQ relocations shows no sign of letting up.

A conversation with Aaron Demerson, just reappointed as Commissioner Representing Employer at the Texas Workforce Commission.

Waves of tech leaders from the West Coast are cascading on the Lone Star State.

Get a clear picture of the state in charts, graphs, fast facts and infographics.

The data and the projects point to renewable power leadership in Texas.

It takes a coordinated effort, says state economic development chief.

When the pandemic arrived, Texas A&M was ready to saddle up.

The program is just one of a suite of actions to keep the state’s talent pipeline primed for the future even in the midst of economic recovery.

Tesla’s decision to park a billion-dollar-plant near Austin revs up an already humming sector.

An economist who knows the Texas economy better than most sees a strong outlook for the state following recovery from the pandemic, a severe hurricane season and a historic winter storm.

Texas’ ultimate deal closer resides in the Governor’s Mansion.

3 reasons why so many firms are choosing to relocate to the Lone Star State.