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Texas State University Is A Catalyst For Economic Growth

By Jason Giulietti | Sep 18, 2020

This column originally ran in the San Marcos Daily Record on September 16, 2020.

Texas State University, an emerging research institution, is our region’s most crucial economic development asset, partner and catalyst for economic growth.

Economic Development ROI On Funding Is Jobs, Not Kickbacks

By Jason Giulietti | Sep 5, 2020

This column originally ran in the San Marcos Daily Record on September 2, 2020.

Local government and private enterprise both invest in the economic growth of their communities, and The Greater San Marcos Partnership (GSMP) serves as just one of countless examples throughout the country.

Small Business Survival Is Essential For COVID-19 Economic Recovery

By Jason Giulietti | Aug 21, 2020

This column originally ran in the San Marcos Daily Record on August 19, 2020.

Retaining and expanding businesses of all sizes in Hays and Caldwell Counties is an effective tool used by the Greater San Marcos Partnership (GSMP) to help grow our region’s economy. Now more than ever though, amid the COVID-19 pandemic, retaining and assisting small business is essential to reach a full economic... Read More

Transparency in Economic Development

By Jason Giulietti | Aug 7, 2020

This column originally ran in the San Marcos Daily Record on August 5, 2020.

As a public-private non-profit organization, the Greater San Marcos Partnership (GSMP) utilizes both public and private sector dollars to support the work we do to bring new jobs to Hays and Caldwell Counties. This means that the counties and cities in our region, together with more than 100 companies, invest in GSMP.

Attracting High-Quality Employers Is Key To Better Paying Jobs

By Jason Giulietti | Jul 24, 2020

This column originally ran in the San Marcos Daily Record on July 22, 2020.

Why Retaining & Expanding Businesses Is Critical To Long-Term Economic Growth

By Jason Giulietti | Jul 10, 2020

This column originally ran in the San Marcos Daily Record on July 8, 2020.

Economic Development: Improving The Quality Of Life Through Job Creation

By Jason Giulietti | Jun 26, 2020

This column originally ran in the San Marcos Daily Record on June 24, 2020. What comes to mind... Read More

What Innovation Happens Here: Distribution, Connectivity, and Infrastructure

Jan 31, 2020

The Greater San Marcos region can defensibly position itself as the hub of Central Texas connectivity and distribution. Because of its proximity to two international airports, direct access to major interstates, a variety of land availability, and preparations for 5G integrations, it’s no wonder that innovative developments are flocking to the region.

Distribution - Driving Innovation

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9 Years of Success

By Patrick Rose - GSMP Board Chair FY2019 | Dec 20, 2019

As we reach our nine-year mark as an organization, we reflect on our goals and the differences we have made. Our focus has not been to change the world, rather making a difference in our part of the world. That is what we have done in our time for our region. Our aspirations included a world class staff, a focus on research and strategy, building an affiliation and partnership with the University, being truly regional - both with individual cities and counties in the region, and to be focus on our community and... Read More

An Innovative & Transparent Approach to Incentives

By Jason Giulietti | May 30, 2019

Every year, state and local governments from across the country provide economic development incentives to help attract jobs and investment to their communities. Limited budgets present an ongoing challenge for elected officials, but these incentive programs are a key tool to assist economic developers in their mission to attract quality employers who will create jobs and provide economic opportunities to their community. Done correctly and with a focus on transparency, the use of incentives can become a strong... Read More