About Us
About us
Incorporated on November 17, 1966, the Laredo Economic Development Corporation strives to be an organization defined by its visionary leadership, recognized for its integrity and contributions towards the economic development and vitality of Los Dos Laredos and the Webb County region.
The Laredo Economic Development Corporation (LEDC) was first certified as the 17th Accredited Economic Development Organization (AEDO) in the nation by the International Economic Development Council (IEDC) in 2000. The LEDC has maintained its international standing with its most recent re-certifications in 2014, 2018, and 2022, and it is 1 of only 74 in the nation as an accredited economic development organization out of more than 9800 in the country.
In addition, the LEDC and MileOne were nationally recognized in 2023 with 2 Silver Awards at IEDC’s Excellence in Economic Development Award ceremony in Dallas, Texas for its annual “Innovation in Economic Development Week” and “Entrepreneurship” (MileOne) programs, respectively. It is to say that these awards are not easy to obtain, the LEDC and MileOne staff have worked diligently to stand out at the national level and continue its mission to promote and foster the economic and industrial development of the Laredo region.
LEDC marks the week of May 6 to May 10, 2024, as the next Economic Development Week. During this week, communities across North America will celebrate and recognize the contributions made by professional economic developers to create more economically vibrant and livable communities.
On May 2nd, Workforce Solutions for South Texas hosted a press conference to announce the partnership with the Laredo Economic Development Corporation and MileOne to host a Job Fair and Shop Local Initiative as one of the events to celebrate Economic Development Week.
Among the attendees were City Mayor Victor Treviño and Webb County Commissioner Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina media representatives and staff members from Workforce Solutions, LEDC, and MileOne .
To kick off the Economic Development Week celebration during a separate ceremony, Dr. Victor D. Treviño, Mayor of the City of Laredo and Tano Tijerina, Webb County Judge, presented a Proclamation recognizing May 6-10, 2024 as “National Economic Development Week in Laredo Texas” in partnership with the Laredo Economic Development Corporation, MileOne International Business Assistance Center, the City of Laredo Economic Development Department, Laredo Chamber of Commerce, and Webb County Economic Development Office.
The LEDC and MileOne - International Business Assistance Center (IBAC) has been bridging connections between community stakeholders such as business leaders, elected officials, industry executives, and educational institutions, as well as entrepreneurship to collaborate in promoting job creation, community investment, infrastructure advancements, and an optimistic future.
State of Transportation & Infrastructure
On Tuesday, May 7th, LEDC hosted the "State of Transportation and Infrastructure" workshop at Laredo College's main campus.
During the event, Epigmenio "Epi" Gonzalez, P.E., Texas Laredo District Engineer, and Roberto Rodriguez, III, Supervising Engineer from the Texas Department of Transportation, delivered dynamic presentations about TxDOT Infrastructure Projects while Jed A. Brown, Chairman Webb County – City of Laredo Regional Mobility Authority provided an Update on Projects throughout the community.
MileOne Small Business Forum
On Wednesday, May 8th, LEDC’s MileOne IBAC program hosted the Small Business Forum “Unlocking Your Potential: 4 Resources Every Business Owner Must Know” paneled by Cindy Solano, at US Small Business Administration, Hector A. Ramirez, Minority Business Development Agency, Tina Rodriguez, TAMIU Small Business Development Center and Oscar Magaña from U.S. Commercial Service, followed by a special award presented to Javier A. Gonzalez Jr., recognized as the "Healthcare Champion" for his outstanding work in providing health insurance to the underserved and elderly in the Laredo community.
Spring Membership Mixer
Spring Membership Mixer
On Wednesday, May 8th, in a more relaxing atmosphere with delicious food, refreshing drinks, and great company, the LEDC hosted the "Spring Membership Mixer" at the Laredo Country Club “Plantation Room”, with City Manager Joseph Neeb as a Guest Speaker.
May 10, 2024
To close EDW, the LEDC hosted a “Job Fair and Shop Local Initiative ” This year, we partnered with Workforce Solutions for South Texas (WSST) to promote and recognize downtown by offering free exhibit spaces to entities to promote their product, services, or job opportunities.
WSST had an on-site resource station assisting applicants with their resumes and closed the event with more than 230 attendees!
Big thank you to the Barber Education Academy and the Food Bank, who provided free haircuts and free food respectively!
Thank you to our Sponsors!
