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A step-by-step guide to small business relocation in North Dallas

North Dallas has become a stellar spot for business in the Lone Star State. At least 21 companies relocated to North Texas in 2021. With abundant office and commercial space, business friendly tax incentives, a talented workforce, and a diverse mix of industries, North Dallas offers so much to newly relocated businesses. Are you joining the ranks of companies like …

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Quinn Graduates from the Advanced Economic Development Leadership (AEDL) Program 

“Super” Dave Quinn, CEcD, recently completed a two-week Advanced Economic Development Leadership executive education program and was awarded the Master Economic Development Practitioner (MEDP) certificate. Mr. Quinn has been in economic development for 19 years.  AEDL is a collaboration of four universities – Clemson University, The University of Southern Mississippi, Texas Christian University, and the University of New Mexico. These four universities …

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New Fire Station a Prime Example of Fairview Community Development in Action

The beginning of construction on a new fire station is the latest evidence of Fairview, Texas’ investment in community infrastructure and safety. Local voters overwhelmingly approved a $7.6 million bond package in 2019 to fund the new 14,708-square-foot facility, which will replace the current portable and metal structures housing Fire Station No. 1. The Town of Fairview Community Development Corporation (CDC) has committed to …

Disaster Assistance for Texans Impacted by Severe Winter Weather

On February 19, 2021 the federal government issued a major disaster declaration for Texas due to the recent severe winter weather. The declaration provides for direct assistance for disaster survivors in 77 counties, including Collin County. The Individual Assistance (IA) authorized by the declaration is provided through the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). This assistance can include grants for temporary housing …

Business and Residential Storm Recovery and Relief for Collin County

Just like millions of households across our state, many small businesses were also impacted by the severe winter storm last week. Local businesses play a critical role in making Collin County the remarkable community it is today and I wanted to ensure business owners have information on the programs and resources that may be available. As a result of the Disaster Declaration, …

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Episode 10: Lori Satterwhite

Lori Satterwhite has found both her professional calling and the place she and her family are happy to call home. After being diagnosed with multiple autoimmune disorders as a young mother, Lori, a Texas A&M graduate, began searching for solutions and even returned to school, eventually obtaining certification as a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and founding her holistic nutrition practice, Fueled 4 Life. …

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New Year, New Office!

This year, more than ever, most of us are eager to leave the last 12 months in the rearview mirror and throw ourselves full  steam ahead into the fresh start of a promising new year. But remember, hindsight is 2020, and as crazy as the past year has been, it is sure to hold some valuable lessons that could light …