Background

Visionary economic development leader with a proven track record of driving community growth and prosperity. Expertise in attracting capital investment, creating jobs, and fostering public-private partnerships. Skilled in strategic planning, stakeholder management, and resource optimization. Demonstrated ability to secure significant funding and incentives while collaborating with Fortune 500 companies and government entities. Adept at navigating complex challenges, implementing sustainable programs, and achieving measurable results. Strong background in workforce development and business retention. Combines strategic thinking with practical execution to transform economic landscapes and create lasting impact.

Job experience

• November 2023 - present
  Director of Business Development
  San Patricio County Economic Development Corporation
  

  Portland, Texas

  Generate new industrial and commercial job opportunities by engaging with site consultants, responding to inquiries from the Texas Governor's Office of Economic Development, and leveraging industry contacts. Evaluate property infrastructure for site assessments in collaboration with utility providers. Build and maintain relationships with key Fortune 100 prospects to drive economic growth and achieve investment goals.
  Successfully generated $15,000 towards a $30,000 investment goal for the San Patricio EDC budget.
  Built and managed relationships with Fortune 100 prospects, driving economic development in the county.
  Supported site evaluations with detailed infrastructure analysis to aid decision-making.
  Expanded business opportunities through proactive outreach to site consultants and participation in industry tradeshows and conventions, generating valuable leads for San Patricio County.
  
  

• January 2020 - November 2023
  Principal
  Strategic Site Solutions
  

  Wichita Falls, Texas, USA

  Provided comprehensive consulting services to help primary job creators secure expansion incentives. Collaborated with international clients, including ATTADUS Aerospace and Airflow Rail, to identify site locations with the State of Kansas Economic Development, City of Tucson, and Dallas/Fort Worth area, including Love Field and Alliance Airport. Developed business plans for manufacturing acquisitions and advised GMT Lathe Chucks on strategies for entering the US aerospace market. Currently focused on business development for clients in aerospace manufacturing, MRO, and hydrogen production sectors.
  Secured strategic site locations for ATTADUS Aerospace and Airflow Rail, facilitating their establishment of manufacturing and maintenance operations in the United States.
  Contracted with international aerospace companies to establish manufacturing and MRO operations in the US.
  Developed comprehensive business plans for manufacturing acquisitions, facilitating market expansion.
  Conducted strategic business development for clients in aerospace manufacturing, MRO, and hydrogen production industries.
  
  

• January 2016 - January 2020
  Executive Director of Economic Development
  Paris Economic Development Corporation
  

  Paris, Texas, USA

  Led economic development initiatives for a community of 50,000 citizens. Collaborated with city council, county officials, and business leaders to drive economic growth and prosperity.
  Managed $1.4M Annual Gross Revenue and $3.7M Budget.
  Raised over $400M in capital investment over four years for business attraction and retention.
  Secured over $38M in local incentives, Texas Enterprise Funds, and New Markets Tax Credits.
  Created over 300 new jobs and retained approximately 800 current positions.
  Spearheaded recruitment of American Spiral Weld, a $90M project creating 120 jobs.
  Implemented strategic plans to reduce fragmentation between EDC and city government.
  Led purchase and development of a new 150-acre business park.
  Negotiated performance agreements and tax abatements with major companies like Campbell Soup, Kimberly Clark, and Pratt & Whitney.
  Assisted TxDOT in securing $1.2M for a feasibility study.
  Created a political action committee (PAC) with local business leaders.
  
  

• January 2008 - December 2015
  Vice President – Workforce Development/Business Retention & Expansion
  Wichita Falls Chamber of Commerce & Industry
  

  Wichita Falls, TX, USA

  Directed business retention services and managed workforce development initiatives. Participated in business attraction activities and developed proposals for relocation prospects.
  Secured over $770,500 in incentives for business retention and attraction projects.
  Obtained ~$750,000 Wagner-Peyser grant for innovative workforce development program.
  Oversaw $342,000 in annual budget operations.
  Increased departmental funding by 17%.
  Assisted Vernon College in acquiring $1.29 million funding for skills development.
  Received national and state awards for innovative economic and workforce development strategies.
  Participated in business attraction activities, offering information for proposals and site visits.
  
  

• January 1998 - January 2008
  Executive Recruiter - Healthcare
  Executive Recruiting Firms/Various Healthcare Organizations and
  

  Texas, USA

  Various Leadership Roles, Healthcare Recruiting Firms (Firms Include: Comanche County Memorial Hospital; Mercy Memorial Health Center; Martin, Fletcher & Associates (Las Colinas, TX) and Merrit, Hawkins & Associates (Las Colinas, TX)), 1998 - 2008
  Hospital Executives; High Demand Physicians, Hospital Management, Pharmacists and Physical Therapists

• January 1995 - January 1998
  Director of Admissions and Financial Aid
  Schreiner University
  

  Kerrville, TX, USA
• January 1991 - January 1995
  Recruiter
  The University of Texas at Dallas
  

  Richardson, TX, USA

  Recruiting the first freshman class for UT Dallas using the National Merit Scholarship Program (SAT) and ACT. UT Dallas, created by the thrust of Texas Instruments, only admitted upperclassmen and graduate students focusing on Engineering, Sciences and Technology.

Education

• Cameron University
  Masters of Business Administration (MBA)
  

  - present
• Midwestern State University
  BA English / Minor Philosophy
  

  - present

• Economic Development Finance Professional
  National Development Council
  

  - present
• Certificate in Entrepreneurship
  Cameron University
  

  - present
• EDI Certificate
  Economic Development Institute (EDI) Oklahoma University
  

  - present