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After more than 50 years in the hospitality industry and 17 years leading Visit Boerne, Director Larry Woods has announced his retirement, leaving a legacy marked by record-breaking economic growth and statewide mentorship. A recipient of multiple lifetime achievement awards, Woods is celebrated for transforming Boerne into a premier destination.

American Katerra, a green steel fabricator with Japanese roots, is launching operations in San Antonio. The company will decarbonize the steel supply chain, opening a factory in 2028 and actively hiring for engineering, design, and automated welding roles.

Neil Katz, CEO of Exceptional HR Solutions, discusses how fractional HR services help Texas businesses manage rapid growth, ensure compliance, and reduce risk related to employee classification and workplace issues.

In a recent interview on The Building Texas Show, Galveston Mayor Craig Brown discusses the city’s $100 million cruise terminal expansion, 9 million annual visitors, and ongoing infrastructure battle against sea-level rise and nuisance flooding.

Jennifer Storm, CEO of the Buda Economic Development Corporation, has been honored as the 2025 Economic Developer of the Year by the International Economic Development Council, recognizing her leadership in attracting investment, creating jobs, and advancing sustainable growth in Buda, Texas.

The Texas Space Coalition, a nonprofit founded in El Paso, is developing regional space ecosystems by connecting industry, academia & government. The Building Texas Show guest, Mike Pryor highlights how the coalition leverages West Texas assets, from UTEP to light manufacturing, to create jobs, retain talent & fuel the state's space economy.

Gener8tor, a leading national startup accelerator and venture fund, is expanding its Texas presence through its Round Rock hub and the Gener8tor Skills platform. In a recent interview on The Building Texas Show, Robert Pieroni highlighted the program's focus on economic gardening, talent retention and long-term regional development.

The Texas Cannabis Policy Center has released the full recap of its 2026 conference, featuring expert insights from Colorado, Oklahoma and Texas. Session recordings, photos, and key takeaways are now available to help stakeholders prepare for the 2027 legislative session.

In a feature interview on The Building Texas Show, Bastrop Mayor Ishmael Harris discusses the city’s rapid growth, collaboration with global brands like SpaceX and LS Electric, and his vision for a self-sustaining community anchored by long-term infrastructure, a regional hospital, and vibrant downtown events.

Dr. Brandon Chicotsky, TCU professor and private equity advisor, joins The Building Texas Show to discuss Fort Worth’s $6.7B capital investment, strategic growth, and how functional government and academic partnerships are positioning the city as a national model for economic development and quality of life.