Rio Grande Valley Emerges as One of America’s Most Strategic Mid-Size Economic Regions
June 1, 2026
This week, Rick Carrera, Director of Economic Development at COSTEP, is participating in the Spring Consultants Forum 2026 hosted by Area Development in New Orleans, Louisiana, where leading site selectors, corporate real estate advisors, and economic development professionals are discussing the trends shaping the future of investment.
Key conversations focus on workforce availability and retention, sustainable energy infrastructure, industrial development policies, and the growing importance of resilient supply chains in an increasingly competitive global environment.
These discussions closely align with the strengths of the Rio South Texas Region, where strategic connectivity, a skilled workforce, international trade infrastructure, and cross-border advantages continue to position the region as a premier destination for manufacturing, logistics, and industrial investment.
By engaging directly with leading site selection consultants, COSTEP continues to strengthen relationships and showcase the opportunities available across the Rio South Texas Region to companies seeking growth, certainty, and long-term success.
Rio South Texas Region: One Region. Two Countries. One Future.
