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 […]
The Future is on the Silver Screen in Fort Worth’s Growing Film Industry
Fort Worth’s steadily expanding film industry is creating jobs, attracting creative talent, and driving economic growth. With $1.5 billion in new state incentives, local training programs, and national visibility, the city is building a sustainable creative economy built for both creativity and business. By Jessica Heer, Executive Vice President | July 22, 2025 Since the […]
MP Materials Makes WSJ Headlines Three Times Last Week—How Fort Worth Manufacturing is Reshaping the Rare Earth Magnet Industry
MP Materials, spotlighted in The Wall Street Journal, secured deals with DoD and Apple to boost rare earth magnet production, bolstering Fort Worth’s advanced manufacturing legacy. By Katie McConnell, Associate | July 21, 2025 Fort Worth’s MP Materials is reshaping the rare earth mineral industry with last week’s announcement of two catalytic deals with the […]
Governor Abbott Recognizes Fort Worth as Texas’ Aviation and Defense Capital
Governor Abbott and local Fort Worth business and civic leaders celebrate Fort Worth’s leadership in aerospace and defense with new legislation and a strong message on Texas’ pro-business economy at Fort Worth EDP luncheon. By Katie McConnell, Associate | June 25, 2025 Last week, Governor Greg Abbott joined Fort Worth business and civic leaders at […]
MTU Maintenance Expands in Fort Worth with $120M Investment and 1,200 New Jobs at Perot Field
MTU’s $120M expansion at Perot Field will create 1,200 jobs, boost Fort Worth’s aviation sector, and further strengthen the city’s role in driving global aerospace innovation and growth. MTU Maintenance, a German-based company specializing in aircraft engine maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO), has taken a bold step to grow its North American operations with a […]
Embraer Cuts the Ribbon on First of Two New MRO Facilities at Perot Field, Expanding Fort Worth’s Aerospace Footprint
Embraer’s new MRO facility at Perot Field Alliance Airport brings $70 million in investment, 250 new jobs, and expanded aviation services—further cementing Fort Worth’s aerospace leadership. Fort Worth is once again solidifying its status as the Aviation and Aerospace Capital of Texas. On June 24, Embraer, a global leader in aerospace innovation, officially launched operations […]
Fort Worth Featured on WFAA for Booming Film and Production Scene
WFAA’s Boomtown series spotlighted Fort Worth’s growth through film and economic development, featuring city leaders and industry voices—highlighting the city’s rising visibility, job creation, and strategic momentum. Fort Worth is getting some well-deserved time in the spotlight. On May 23, WFAA Channel 8 aired a Boomtown segment that highlighted the city’s growing role in film […]
Fort Worth Tops One Million as DFW Becomes the Only Metro with Two, Million-Plus Cities
Fort Worth’s climb past one million underscores its growing economic strength and makes DFW the only U.S. metro with two cities—just 30 miles apart—each with more than one million residents. By Jessica Heer, Executive Vice President | May 15, 2025 Fort Worth has officially surpassed one million residents, reaching 1,008,106 people as of July 1, […]
Strategic Inputs & Structural Shifts: Lessons from IAMC on the Future of Site Selection
The Industrial Asset Management Council (IAMC) Spring Forum in Sacramento, CA illuminated a decisive inflection point in industrial and manufacturing location decision strategy. While the traditional pillars of site selection logistics, labor, and incentives remain central, the dialogue has evolved. Increasingly, conversations are oriented around infrastructural certainty, environmental resilience, and the integration of advanced analytics […]