A Local View of National Site Selection Trends
A look at how site selection trends, industry momentum, and Fort Worth’s fundamentals are shaping corporate expansion activity and positioning the city for growth in 2026. By Robert Allen, President & CEO | Jan. 27, 2026 As we move into 2026, I’ve had several recent opportunities to connect directly with site selectors and companies evaluating […]
National Media Go Behind the Scenes of Fort Worth’s Innovation Economy
National and trade media experienced Fort Worth’s innovation economy firsthand during a FWEDP familiarization tour, highlighting aerospace, advanced manufacturing, and global industry leaders. The visit generated national coverage that reinforces Fort Worth’s growing reputation as a premier destination for business, investment, and innovation. By Jessica Heer, Executive Vice President | Jan. 23, 2026 Before the […]
Fort Worth’s Economic Future Takes Center Stage at 2025 EDP Gathering
A recap of the Fort Worth EDP’s 2025 Annual Meeting, celebrating major economic development milestones and an engaging discussion with MP Materials’ CEO on Fort Worth’s growing economic momentum. By Katie McConnell, Associate | Nov. 25, 2025 On October 29, 2025, the Fort Worth EDP hosted its second annual gathering of investors and stakeholders at […]
The New Realities of Site Selection
Insights from the Site Selectors Guild’s 2025 State of Site Selection survey reveal that tariffs, talent, and site readiness are reshaping corporate location decisions and driving new investment strategies. By Jessica Heer, Executive Vice President, Fort Worth EDP | Monday, Oct. 27 Corporate site selection has always been about balancing opportunity with risk, but in […]
Building Fort Worth’s Future: Insights from the ShovelTalk Podcast
Fort Worth has become America’s fastest-growing big city. On ShovelTalk, FWEDP’s Robert Allen explains how we’re balancing business attraction, workforce pipelines, and livability to build long-term resilience. Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2025 Fort Worth is on the rise, and the latest episode of ShovelTalk makes it clear why. Robert Allen, President & CEO of the Fort […]
Fort Worth at a Glance: A Resource for Companies, Site Selectors, and Local Leaders
We’ve updated our Why Fort Worth webpage to make it a go-to resource for site selectors and local leaders alike. Explore an interactive map of recent projects, insights into key industries, workforce data, and a downloadable economic development guide. Each feature is designed to make Fort Worth’s story easy to understand and share. When people […]
Robert Allen Spotlights Fort Worth’s Economic Momentum on Go Time in Fort Worth
Fort Worth is on the rise, and the latest episode of Go Time in Fort Worth makes it clear why. Mayor Mattie Parker sat down with Robert Allen, President & CEO of the Fort Worth EDP, to talk about where the city is headed. A fifth-generation Texan with deep experience shaping state-level economic strategy, Allen […]
Fort Worth EDP Investor Briefing Spotlights Project Wins and New Recruitment Campaign
At the Q3 2025 briefing, Fort Worth EDP highlighted major corporate wins, expanding industries, and a newly-funded campaign designed to attract the next wave of investment. By Katie McConnell, Associate | Tuesday, September 9, 2025 The Fort Worth Economic Development Partnership (the Fort Worth EDP) gathered investors and stakeholders last month at Cook Children’s for […]
Fort Worth Mayor Showcases City’s Economic Momentum in NYSE Interview
Fort Worth Mayor Mattie Parker told NYSE TV the city offers major corporate ties, strong infrastructure, vast talent, and livability, driving economic growth and business attraction. In a recent appearance on NYSE TV Live, Fort Worth Mayor Mattie Parker highlighted the city’s rapid growth, strong business ties, and commitment to quality of life, positioning Fort […]
Infrastructure, Flight, and Film: New State Legislation Shaping Fort Worth Economic Development
From high-voltage energy reforms, to securing water supply, to R&D incentives, and film funding, recent legislation from Texas lays the groundwork for Fort Worth’s next decade of economic development and industry leadership. By Katie McConnell, Associate | July 23, 2025 During the 89th Regular Session of the Texas Legislature, several key measures were passed that […]