Testimonials
Welcome to McAllen, Texas and Reynosa, MX! We're glad you came to visit. Here you can learn everything about investment opportunities in this dynamic, growing binational region. The McAllen EDC is here to help your business every step of the way. Come join us in sunny south Texas. Contact us today.
- Keith Patridge, President/CEO McAllen EDC
The McAllen Metropolitan Statistical Area is at the center of a region that is fast becoming a pivotal point where the economies of the United States and Mexico merge. South Texas College is leading the way by providing the necessary human capital required to serve as a catalyst for regional economic prosperity and social mobility. People seeking a better life through education and innovative leadership are transforming this region into an economic powerhouse.
- Mario Reyna, Division Dean of Business and Technology STC
The South Texas Manufacturers Association provides support for our manufacturing community, which has been a key component of our region's growth and success. We provide a forum for manufacturing managers and serve as an information resource for both them and the community. We work closely with our Educational leaders, EDC’s, and State and Federal agencies to ensure that we are all responsive to the manufacturing community’s needs.
- Mike Willis, Executive Director STMA
I enjoy recruiting new industries that create jobs for our citizens. During these tough times, companies are careful when deciding to expand their manufacturing or logistics operations. We focus on helping companies through our business retention & expansion (BRE) program. The BRE program helps local industry succeed and grow. That’s what we want.”
- Janie Ramos, Vice President Business Recruitment McAllen EDC
When we considered relocating to the McAllen area, several primary factors appealed to us – access to a large, eager and capable workforce, training available from a vibrant local educational system and access to valuable networking within the robust maquila industry. These and more have proven to help us improve the efficiency of our operations far beyond what would have been possible elsewhere. Our presence here has enabled us to better meet increased competitive challenges.”
- Neal Rozelle, General Manager JVC USA Service and Engineering
The Business Retention and Expansion Program is a great way for existing companies to stay informed of available resources, such as workforce training and locating buildings for relocation and expansion. The MEDC provides business solutions through cooperation with Workforce Solutions, local educational institutions and other public entities. It’s a great way to help your business and stay connected with local entities.
- Megan Davila, Business Development Specialist McAllen EDC
South Texas College, with its five campuses spread across two counties and vast online education opportunities, serves as a catalyst for regional economic property and social mobility. STC is here to help transform the regional economy through rapid response to industry needs, workforce training, and resourceful partnerships. If you are considering relocating or expanding, this region is the place to be. I look forward to working with you.
- Shirley A. Reed, President South Texas College
Jabil has had a presence - now with three facilities - in the Reynosa/McAllen area for eight years. We came and we have stayed for two basic reasons: the location and the people. The Reynosa/McAllen region allows us ideal access to the U.S. market, and the low cost services of northern Mexico. In a city the size of Reynosa, with local schools, and major universities less than two hours away, recruiting associates with the right technical and leadership skills has been easy for us. We have found associates to be motivated and career oriented - a perfect fit for the ever-growing 13 after-market services accounts that have developed from our first account eight years ago.
- George L. (Chip) Bailey, Director of Operations Jabil Reynosa/McAllen
The benefits and advantages of managing twin plant operations and manufacturing processes in McAllen\Reynosa have been greatly enhanced with the opening of the Anzalduas International Bridge. The ability to quickly commute back and forth between McAllen and the industrial parks in Reynosa has significantly improved our efficiencies and productivity, as well as the daily management of our facilities in Mexico.
The quick movement of personnel and the ease of technical logistics have translated to significant savings in cost and time. Capital intensive processes can be established in McAllen and easily integrated with the labor intensive aspect of the manufacturing and assembly of the product in Reynosa. This continued improvement of infrastructure is why our clients have found over the past 20 years that manufacturing their product in the McAllen\Reynosa area is the most cost effective approach to maintaining their competitive advantage.
- Don King, President AMMEX Products
