Mission EDC

Olive Garden and Murdoch's Ranch & Home Supply are coming along nicely at the corner of Bryan Road and Interstate 2.

Construction in the City of Mission, TX is booming.

IDEA Public Schools and Workforce Solutions converged at the CEED on Tuesday to recruit talented individuals who are exploring the many opportunities and career paths IDEA has to offer.

The Application Launch is a prime example of the collaborative spirit you can find at Mission EDC’s headquarters. Come learn, work and collaborate with us!

Learn more about coworking at the CEED here: https://missionceed.org/

Just a reminder: the Ruby Red Ventures application closes TOMORROW, Nov. 30. Apply now before it's too late and jumpstart your small business goals!

Visit: www.missionedc.com/rubyredgrant

We're excited to share the news that Valley Grande Institute is expanding to the CEED! VGI is taking a pivotal step in their regional push to develop a highly skilled workforce of medical professionals.

With its close proximity and established partnership with Mission Regional Medical Center, VGI aims to create affordable educational pathways for students. This will open up more opportunities for aspiring professionals and contribute to the healthcare sector. Congratulations! 💙

City of Mission, TX - Government and Mission EDC leadership welcomed Vexus Fiber, a leading provider of high speed fiber optic internet, to the City. Vexus is poised to invest $35 million in Mission for a new Gigabit fiber optic network covering the entire city. Construction is expected to start in Q1 2024. Thanks Mike Gallagher and your Vexus team. We look forward to working with you!

The Mission Police Department and Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz held a news conference at the CEED yesterday to announce Mission police received a $1 million federal grant to hire eight new police officers.

A big thank you to our congresswoman and Texas Sen. John Cornyn for their help in securing these funds. Mission is committed to ensuring the safety of its residents, and we’re honored to stand with our law enforcement. Congratulations Mission PD!

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Join us for a ribbon-cutting ceremony tomorrow as we welcome Valley Grande Institute to the CEED. They're not just settling in – VGI will announce a groundbreaking partnership with two Rio Grande Valley hospitals. Thanks to the support from the Texas Workforce Commission and the U.S. Department of Labor . Don't miss out – see you there! 😊

We are kicking off Small Business Saturday the right way! With up to 15K for eligible small businesses located within the Mission city limits!

Check out our website, and don't forget to support local not only today but every day! www.missionedc.com/rubyredgrant 😀

Tomorrow is Small Business Saturday! Let's spread love to our favorite local spots and make a big impact this holiday season. Did you know Texas is home to 3.1 million small businesses? 🌟 Join us in celebrating! 💙

We are grateful for another year of growth and success in Mission. Wishing you a Thanksgiving filled with joy, laughter, and continued prosperity! 😊

8 days left to apply! The MEDC is reinvesting into the community by helping small businesses with up to $15K!

This is a great opportunity to grow your business, improve facilities, or even expand staff. Visit our website at www.missionedc.com/rubyredgrant

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Please note that the CEED will be closed on the dates listed below. We will be back and ready to serve you on Monday, Nov. 27, 2023. Miss us? Visit our website at www.missionedc.com. Have a safe and restful holiday! 😀🍂

Apply today for $15K!

MEDC is proud to relaunch the Ruby Red Ventures Program. A grant tailored to empower small businesses within the Mission area. Through this initiative, eligible grant winners have the opportunity to secure up to $15,000. To learn more, visit www.missionedc.com/rubyredgrant

Check out the amazing lineup for this weekend’s Veterans Day festivities.

The City of Mission, TX and 5x5 Brewing Co. teamed up to provide our brave men and women a celebration worthy of their selfless service.

From an appreciation BBQ, HAPPENING RIGHT NOW, to a military fly-over and an amazing concert at Mission EDC’s CEED Building on Saturday, there’s something for everyone.

Though these events were initially postponed due to inclement weather, it’s never too late to say thank you to those who protect our freedoms.

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Didn't catch the first info-session? No problem! Join us TONIGHT at 6:00 p.m. at the CEED for another info-session. Swing by and let us answer all of your questions! 😀

Missed our first info-session? No worries! Join us tomorrow, Nov. 14, for another session. Don't miss the chance to get all your questions answered! 💡

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Missed our first info-session? No worries! Join us tomorrow, Nov. 14, for another session. Don't miss the chance to get all your questions answered! 💡

City of Mission, TX - Government Greater Mission Chamber of Commerce Texas Regional Bank

Thank you to all who valiantly served to protect our freedoms.

Mission has a long list of men and women who deserve recognition, among them:

Tom Landry, the legendary Dallas Cowboys coach who served as a pilot in the U.S. Air Force during World War II;

Lloyd Bentsen, a World War II veteran who served in the Air Force and became a four-term U.S Senator, the Democratic Party nominee for vice president in 1988 and the 69th U.S. Secretary of the Treasury;

Kika De La Garza, a U.S. Navy veteran of the Korean War and a lawyer who served 16 terms as the U.S. Representative for the 15th congressional district of Texas;

And our CEO Teclo Garcia, a veteran of Desert Storm and Desert Shield who served in bases in the UK, Morocco, Texas, Illinois and Arizona.

Thank you to all the brave men and women who selflessly served to protect our nation.🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

Please be advised that all city offices including the CEED building will be closed Friday, Nov. 10, 2023. Normal business hours will resume Monday, Nov. 13, 2023. Thank you for understanding! 🇺🇸

REMINDER: Join us tonight for the first Ruby Red Ventures info-session. The MEDC team will be on-site, ready to answer any questions you may have. Let's make those entrepreneurial dreams a reality. See you there! 💥

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Join us at the CEED for an epic Veterans Day Weekend hosted by our veteran-owned tenant, 5x5 Brewing Co.. 🍻

This two-day festival will take place after the City of Mission, TX - Government parade and will feature live music, vendors, food, valuable veteran resources and more.

Let's honor our heroes in style! 🎉 Visit 5x5 Brewing Co.’s page for more information.

Meet Dip it by Pilar, one of Ruby Red Venture's biggest success stories.

Pilar Gonzalez was one of the first winners of Mission EDC's Red Ruby Ventures competition in 2014 and received $25K to materialize and expand her business idea as a result.

Since then, she’s not only managed to get her product in more than 200 H-E-B stores across Texas, she’s now helping other women achieve their dreams.

Pilar now heads a co-packing manufacturing plant in the City of Mission, TX that is led by an all-women team. Together they package products for other female entrepreneurs.

Mission EDC board members Richard Hernandez, Deborah L. Cordova, Noel Salinas and Mission EDC CEO Teclo Garcia visited her plant last week after re-launching the Red Ruby Ventures - Build Mission Fund Grant.

"So happy to receive the MEDC board of directors at the plant who were not only witnesses, but also the driving force that pushed us to grow and expand now as “Co-packers” to attract and provide services to other food product companies in the city of Mission, Tx," Pilar said on Instagram.

Find out how your existing Mission business can receive up to $15K at our info session this Wednesday.

(Hot tip: it's not a competition this year. It's a GRANT. All you need to do is apply.)

For more information, visit https://missionedc.com/rubyredgrant/.

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Feliz de recibir en la planta a la mesa directiva de el MEDC quienes fueron no solo testigos, si no también el motor que nos impulso a crecer y expandernos ahora como “ Co-packers “ para atraer y darles servicio a otras compañías de productos alimenticios en la ciudad de Mission, Tx. Gracias en especial a el Presidente de la mesa directiva Richard Hernández y a los miembros de la misma, Deborah Córdova , Noel Salinas y al Director Ejecutivo Teclo J Garcia . Por muchos años más cultivando éxitos juntos. “IF YOU CAN DREAM IT , YOU CAN LIVE IT “! So happy to receive the MEDC board of directors at the plant who were not only witnesses, but also the driving force that pushed us to grow and expand now as “Co-packers” to attract and provide services to other food product companies in the city of Mission, Tx. A special thanks to Board President Richard Hernández and board members Deborah Córdova, Noel Salinas and Executive Director Teclo J Garcia. Here’s to many more years of cultivating success together. “IF YOU CAN DREAM IT, YOU CAN LIVE IT”! #MyHeb #HEB #Dip #GreekYogurt #Texas #TexasProud

Find out how your Mission business can receive up to $15K through our Ruby Red Ventures -Build Mission Fund Grant. Join us on Wednesday to learn more! 💡

Visit our website at www.missionedc.com/rubyredgrant

City of Mission, TX - Government Greater Mission Chamber of Commerce

Ruby Red Grant – MissionEDC | Economic Development Corporation The Ruby Red Ventures – Build Mission Fund fosters entrepreneurship, supports economic growth and resiliency, and promotes innovation for small businesses in Mission.

Small Business Owners in Mission!

Don't miss the chance to learn about the Ruby Red Ventures grant program by joining our upcoming info sessions. Discover how your small business can do more with up to $15K in funding!

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Greater Mission Chamber of Commerce

Apply now: www.missionedc.com/rubyredgrant

The MEDC is proud to reintroduce the Ruby Red Ventures Grant Fund. Our mission remains to support small businesses in their journey to success. Eligible businesses now have the opportunity to earn up to 15K. Applications are NOW open. For more details visit our website at www.missionedc.com/rubyredgrant

Join us for our upcoming series of info sessions to learn more about this program. 💡
Nov. 8: 6:00 p.m.
Nov. 14: 6:00 p.m.

City of Mission, TX - Government Greater Mission Chamber of Commerce Texas Regional Bank

Happy Halloween from the folks at Mission EDC and the Center for Education and Economic Development!

This morning we celebrated with a full-blown breakfast from IHOP -- thanks to a generous donation from Isaac Garza -- and mud cups made by our very own Cathy Hernandez. Our tenants loved it!

Also, thank you to everyone who dressed up and participated in our costume contest. We had a real ghoul time!

Best group costume: Monica Gonzalez and Michael Elizalde, MPA Elizalde from the City of Mission, TX Grant Department. (Wayne and Garth from Wayne’s World.) “We’re not worthy!”

Most creative costume: JaaZiel Dizon from Brand Geniuz (Samurai)

Funniest costume: Kristian Quintero from Brand Geniuz (Pickle)

And though our staff couldn't technically compete, we still dressed up as characters from 101 Dalmations and Superman, among others.

Get ready, Mission! Exciting news is headed your way. Stay tuned for a special announcement that will propel business to the next level in our city. Mark your calendars for Wednesday, Nov. 1 at 11:00 a.m., by joining our Facebook live. Be the first to know about our exciting new initiative. See you there!

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Scooter's Coffee is open and ready for business.

Drive by and enjoy a breakfast treat with a hot cup of Joe.

Welcome to the City of Mission, TX!

Burlington announced a $5,000 donation to Castro Elementary during its grand opening this morning.

Thank you for investing in our community, and welcome to the City of Mission, TX!

Greater Mission Chamber of Commerce

Grand opening tomorrow!

Join us as we officially open the doors to the new Burlington in the City of Mission, TX.

A ceremony will be held at 7:45 a.m. on Friday, Oct. 27, and doors will open at 8 a.m.

The new store is located at the corner of Bryan Road and Interstate-2. Lots of new development coming to that area!

The new Harbor Freight Tools in Mission is hiring!

The $2.8 million project is going to create 25 new jobs in the City of Mission, TX and is projected to add $8 million to the local economy.

The 15,900 square-foot retailer is also projected to contribute more than $650,000 in local and sales taxes every year.

To apply, visit https://shorturl.at/crs35.

ICYMI: Mission EDC gave South Texas College $3 million 10 years ago to create a scholarship fund to upskill Mission residents. Since then, nearly 900 students have recieved aid and about $1.5 million has been distributed.

This year, nearly 200 applicants received the MEDA scholarship.

Organization provides scholarships to STC for Mission residents Almost 200 students at South Texas College are getting financial help thanks to a partnership between the college and the city of Mission.

Make sure to tune in to KRGV Channel 5 News and its Spanish-language counterpart, Noticias RGV, throughout the day tomorrow to learn how Mission EDC has invested $1.5 million to upskill the workforce and make higher education more attainable for Mission residents via a decade-long partnership with South Texas College.

Congratulations to the City of Mission, TX for hitting a grand slam on their first-ever State of the City address!

Mayor Norie Garza and the City Council knocked it out of the ballpark with a long list of accomplishments and plans to keep the city moving forward, all while lowering the city's tax rate. Public safety, economic development, and infrastructure are all top priorities to complement the city's booming growth.

Residents can look forward to a new fire and police substation, new master planned subdivisions, road expansions, drainage improvements, an inclusive park, and much more.

This is an exciting time for Mission, and it couldn't have been done without the wonderful people working behind the scenes. Hats off to everyone for coming together to celebrate the countless wins!

Celebrating National Chamber of Commerce Day! Today, we recognize the efforts of the dedicated Greater Mission Chamber of Commerce staff and their strong partnership in driving the growth of our business community. Thank you to all of the members who make the GMCC great!

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Changing learning and working spaces! 🖥️

CEED tenant, Texas Wilson partnered with Steelcase and CIA to host a series of continuing education courses aimed at creating effective workspaces. 🛋️

From reimagining classroom settings to designing hybrid work environments, Texas Wilson is dedicated to delivering top-tier products and exceptional design.

Explore the showroom within the CEED:

Upgrade your design capabilities with Texas Wilson, Steelcase, and AIA at CEU 2023 Day! Learn more about effective workspace planning and design for businesses of all industries through Texas Wilson's CEU class. Join them, Wednesday, October 11 at the CEED to learn about the latest in learning space solutions. ✏