About TEDC and Economic Development:
Where do I find information on loans and grants?
The Texas Economic Development Council does not facilitate any loans or grants. However the Texas Economic Development & Tourism Office in the Office of the Governor does have loans and grants available for businesses and organizations for economic development purposes. Please visit their website for more information.
I am a small business owner. How do I get access to Economic Resources in my community?
Economic Development in Texas is de-centralized, which means that you will have to contact your local Economic Development Organization for assistance. You can also contact the Office of Small Business Assistance in the Texas Economic Development & Tourism Office for more information on resources and assistance.
I want to bring my business to Texas. How do I do that?
If you have a specific location or community in mind, please contact that Economic Development organization directly. For more information on doing business in Texas, please contact Team Texas. You can also contact the Texas Economic Development & Tourism Office in the Office of the Governor for information on site searches or available state incentives.
For more specific questions about Economic Development in Texas, TEDC members can use utilize our Member Community, call the office, or email Carlton Schwab (carlton@texasedc.org) .
About Our Website:
How do I access the Member Directory?
TEDC members must be logged into their member profile and can access the Member Directory by going to the Membership tab and selecting Member Directory or by clicking this link.
How do I register for an event?
To register for an event, you will need to have a profile on our website. You can create one by clicking the “register button” on the event page. Note: having a profile does not necessarily mean you have a TEDC membership. All of our events are open to everyone and you do not need a membership to attend. For assistance in registering multiple people at once, please email Jessica DeLeon (jessica@texasedc.org) .
How do I see who is attending an event?
You will need to be logged into your profile. On the event page, there is a button at the top that says “List of Registrants.”
How do I pose a question to the member community?
TEDC members will need to be logged into their member profile and can access the Member Community by going to the Membership tab and selecting Member Community or by clicking this link. For more information on utilizing Member Community, please contact Amy Swank (amy@texasedc.org).
Where can I see upcoming events?
Upcoming events that are open for registration can be found under the Programs tab. To view future conference dates, select the Conferences page underneath the Programs tab.
How can I tell if my organization has a TEDC Membership?
TEDC membership is by the individual, not the organization. Membership grants special registration rates, access to Members-only pages, special programs and so much more. To inquire if you have a membership, please email Rachel Smith (rachel@texasedc.org). To learn more about benefits of membership, click here. For any other membership-related questions, please contact Rachel Smith (rachel@texasedc.org).
How do I access the resource library?
TEDC members have access to a comprehensive resource library that includes our own publications, sample documents, and helpful links for ED Professionals. To view the Resource Library, please navigate to the Resources tab or click this link. TEDC members need to be logged in. If you need assistance with your membership login, please email Rachel Smith (rachel@texasedc.org) .
Who do I contact with questions about….?
Events:
Conferences – amy@texasedc.org
Sponsorships – amy@texasedc.org
Exhibiting - amy@texasedc.org
Basic Economic Development Courses – jessica@texasedc.org
Economic Development Sales Tax Workshops - jessica@texasedc.org
Webinars - amy@texasedc.org
Event Registration – jessica@texasedc.org
Suggest a Topic or Speaker - amy@texasedc.org
Community Leaders Workshop – carlton@texasedc.org
Membership:
Join or Renew Membership - rachel@texasedc.org
Membership Questions - rachel@texasedc.org
Membership Billing - rachel@texasedc.org
Member News - rachel@texasedc.org
Member Directory - rachel@texasedc.org
Programs:
Mentorship Program - rachel@texasedc.org
Future Leaders Training Program - amy@texasedc.org
Certified Texas Economic Developer (CTED) program - amy@texasedc.org
Awards:
Community Economic Development Award (CEDA) - amy@texasedc.org
Workforce Excellence Award (WEA) - amy@texasedc.org
Economic Excellence Recognition (EER) - amy@texasedc.org
Resources:
Resource Library - amy@texasedc.org
Past Conference Presentations - amy@texasedc.org
Publications, Reports and Surveys - amy@texasedc.org
Legislative/Government Relations - matt@texasedc.org
Job Board - jessica@texasedc.org
RFP Postings - amy@texasedc.org
Questions Related to Economic Development Theory and Practice - carlton@texasedc.org
Questions Related to Government Relations - matt@texasedc.org
Committees:
Join a Committee - amy@texasedc.org
Political Action Committee (PAC) - jessica@texasedc.org
Membership Committee - rachel@texasedc.org
Committees: CEDA, Communications, Conference, Education, Forward Planning, Rural Strategies, Workforce - amy@texasedc.org
Legislative Committee - matt@texasedc.org
Other:
Board of Directors - carlton@texasedc.org
Annual Sponsorship - carlton@texasedc.org
Resetting my password- rachel@texasedc.org
Team Texas - sydney@goteamtexas.com