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Gone to Texas

Gone to Texas

De : Super Dave Quinn CECD
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 Welcome to "Gone to Texas," the official podcast of the Texas Economic Development Connection. On every episode, we share the stories of business owners and CEOs who have relocated or expanded their business into Texas. Our goal is to use these stories as a guide to helps others who are ready to hang a sign on the door that says, Gone to Texas.Day One Experts Direction Economie Management et direction Politique et gouvernement Sciences politiques Sciences sociales Écritures et commentaires de voyage
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    • Leveraging Rail, Water, and Workforce: The Growth Story of TexAmerica Center

      Leveraging Rail, Water, and Workforce: The Growth Story of TexAmerica Center
      Jan 13 2026
      In this episode of Gone to Texas, "Super" Dave sits down with Eric Voyles, Executive Vice President and Chief Economic Development Officer of TexAmerica Center, to explore the transformation of a former military base into one of the largest mixed-use industrial parks in North America. Eric dives into the history, unique governance model, and strategic advantages of TexAmerica Center, including its impressive infrastructure investments and regional workforce. The conversation highlights how TexAmerica Center supports businesses of all sizes—from startups seeking industrial space to major companies pursuing large-scale manufacturing and logistics projects in the Texarkana region.

      They discuss the diverse industrial base, logistical connections—including rail, road, and fiber networks—and the center’s nimble approach to permitting and development. Special attention is given to the region’s highly skilled, loyal workforce rooted in rural values, and the center’s commitment to streamlining the growth process for new and expanding companies. The episode concludes with a look at TexAmerica Center’s forward-looking strategies, such as qualified sites, build-to-suit solutions, and its role as an industrial incubator.

      Key Topics Discussed:
      • Transformation of military property into an industrial park
      • Special-purpose district structure and business-like operations
      • Infrastructure investments: utilities, fiber, water, and logistics
      • Regional manufacturing workforce and blue-collar culture
      • Cross-border workforce dynamics and commuting patterns
      • Streamlined permitting, site planning, and zoning flexibility
      • Logistics assets: interstate highways, rail connections, and fiber
      • Industrial incubator services and third-party logistics expertise
      • Build-to-suit development strategy and qualified sites program
      • Quality of life in Texarkana, including recreation, arts, and lifestyle
      • Strategies for scaling and partnerships with private developers
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      55 min
    • Cooling the Texas Data Center Bonanza

      Cooling the Texas Data Center Bonanza
      Jan 6 2026
      Dave sits down with Ronald Bekker, Managing Director for LU-VE Group North America, to discuss the company's journey expanding into the Jacksonville region of East Texas. The conversation highlights LU-VE's global expertise in industrial heat exchange and cooling solutions, their decision to build a significant manufacturing presence in Texas, and the challenges and opportunities of operating in a rapidly evolving market, especially with the explosive growth of data centers.

      Ronald shares candid reflections on adapting to East Texas culture, the importance of community partnerships, and the evolving requirements of workforce development in the area. Listeners get an inside look at LU-VE ’s strategic planning, from international acquisitions to securing local support and incentives, all within the context of Texas' business-friendly environment. The episode also explores what it’s like to relocate from Europe to the United States, encompassing personal insights on local values, lifestyle adjustments, and the unique business climate of East Texas. They also talk about the region’s growing industrial hub, collaborative community engagement, and the dynamic future of manufacturing and technology innovation in Texas.
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      32 min
    • EP 35 - How Family, Plastics, and Local Partnerships Power Business Growth in Jacksonville

      EP 35 - How Family, Plastics, and Local Partnerships Power Business Growth in Jacksonville
      Aug 15 2025
      In this episode, Dave welcomes Josh Hanna, President and General Manager of SCP Polymers and MYCO Plastics Inc, a custom injection molding company with operations in both Mississippi and Texas. Joshua shares his professional journey from studying polymer chemistry to joining his family’s business and expanding its footprint into Jacksonville, Texas. He discusses the decision-making process behind relocating the business, highlighting the advantages of operating in smaller Texas communities, including lower costs, a motivated workforce, and strong infrastructure connections.

      Josh also describes the types of products SCP Polymers manufactures, including commercial and military components, with a customer base that ranges from local businesses to large national companies. The episode features insights into workforce development in smaller towns, the supportive local business community, and the important partnership with Jacksonville’s economic development corporation. They also discuss his passion for dirt track racing, illustrating how his professional and personal lives intersect, particularly when innovations developed for racing are applied to business solutions.

      To learn more, visit: https://mycoplastics.com

      Key Topics Discussed:

      • Expanding SCP Polymers from Mississippi to Texas
      • Reasons for choosing Jacksonville, Texas, for business operations
      • Overview of products and customers served
      • Insights into hiring and workforce development in smaller towns
      • Local business community collaboration in Jacksonville
      • Support from Jacksonville Economic Development Corporation (JEDCO)
      • Josh's passion for dirt track racing and its impact on business innovation
      • How to contact SCP Polymers for manufacturing needs
      • Benefits of relocating or expanding a business to East Texas
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      29 min
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