South Central Texas Economic Network announces 2024 Economic Development Summit

The South Central Texas Economic Network (SCTEN) is proud to announce an upcoming Economic Development Summit, scheduled for Monday, May 6, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. This pivotal event, a highlight of the 2024 Economic Development Week, will convene at the Anne Friar Thomas Homemaking Center, 501 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, Cuero.

The summit aims to foster dialogue and share insights into the economic future of Texas, the direction of the South Central region, and the critical role of community support in economic development.

It will feature an impressive roster of speakers, including experts from local Economic Development Councils (Cuero, Gonzales, Hallettsville, Yoakum); Luke Goetting; Carlton Schwab, president of the Texas Economic Development Council; Teri R. Moten, MBA of Spherion Staffing and Recruiting; and Robert Royer, president of Building Brands Marketing.

The summit will offer an engaging lineup of activities, starting with an hour of registration and networking from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. This initial segment offers a golden opportunity for professionals from various sectors to connect and set the stage for future collaborations.

Following this, attendees will be treated to a series of expert-led sessions that dive into crucial subjects, including the behaviors of Millennials and Gen Z, the simplification of AI for business success, and cutting-edge hiring strategies.

Highlighting the event are insightful presentations by Carlton Schwab, alongside important updates from the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) concerning regional developments. These highlights collectively underscore SCTEN’s commitment to fostering professional development and regional economic growth.

To participate in the 2024 Economic Development Summit, attendees are encouraged to register in advance. For registration details and more information, please visit the South Central Texas Economic Network Facebook page for the event link, or contact one of the event organizers:

• Maggie Cromeens, Cuero Development Corporation, mcromeens@cityofcuero.com.

• Susan Sankey, Gonzales Economic Development Corporation, gedc@gonzales.texas.gov.

• Chelsea Steffek, Hallettsville Economic Development Corporation, hallettsvilleedc@gmail.com.

• Genora Young, Yoakum Economic Development Corporation, gyoung@cityofyoakum.org.