Center, Texas

Managed multiple expansion projects for Portacool. The first involved the company wishing to purchase new equipment which would allow them to automate some of their manufacturing processes. Additionally, local funds were used to supplement the build-out of an on-site training center. The second was the construction of a new on-site office and headquarters building. Finally, Portacool wanted to expand into a separate product line adjacent to their facility, requiring land acquisition and construction.

Center, Texas

Tyson Foods, which already had a significant presence in Center, wanted to establish a new mega-mill. This project involved helping them identify a site that worked for their needs, having communication with landowners, working with the city on utility extension, and coordinating the incentive deal.

An industrial district agreement was reached with the company where Tyson made payments-in-lieu-of-taxes.

Center, Texas

Led recruitment and close of Viatract, an organic fertilizer manufacturing plant. The company was looking at renovating a former hardwood laminate flooring plant that had been closed for eight years. Negotiated the incentive deal with the company, including a forgivable loan package which allowed the company to receive some gap financing.

Recruited and closed OSS Fabshop, an industrial fabrication operation. Managed full deal lifecycle including incentive negotiation and infrastructure coordination.

Recruited Lone Star School Bus Systems, a regional school bus repair and service facility. Managed full deal lifecycle including incentive negotiation and infrastructure coordination.