May 25, 2021- During a press conference, the Laredo International Airport announced its Terminal Improvement Program. This project will include the relocation and expansion of the TSA Security Screening Checkpoint (SSCP), modernization of existing passenger terminal, remodeled and expanded restrooms, a dedicated meet and greet area, a nursing mothers’ room, and an adult changing room as ...

May 21, 2021- U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), the General Services Administration (GSA), and the City of Laredo announced a formal partnership today to facilitate commercial truck processing at the World Trade Bridge in Laredo by constructing Free and Secure Trade for Commercial Vehicles (FAST) lanes.Under CBP’s Donations Acceptance Program, CBP, GSA and the City of Laredo will...

May 19- Everyone's journey to success is marked by different milestones and challenges. However, one thing is true: Learning is key to any success story, whether in business, academics, or life in general. During the interactive virtual workshop, Roxana Gomez, San Antonio Mbda/Covid-19 Business Resilience Center discussed her journey from Colombia to entrepreneurial leader in the U.S....

May 18, 2021- During a press conference, the City of Laredo announced the First Pre-Dispatch Pilot Tests on Consolidated Air Freight at the Laredo International Airport Pre-Inspection Facility. Laredo EDC President and CEO, Gene Lindgren attended the inaugural ceremony as well as city officials and other community leaders....

May 6-7,2021. Laredo EDC President and CEO Gene Lindgren attended the Texas ED Connection Partner Meeting in Irving, Texas.
During the meeting he met with people from all over Texas, networked with peers, and listened to some great speakers including site selectors and consultants. 

April 22- Running a business is much like running a household. You have expenses and income; but how do you best manage a dynamic budget in order to maximize your resources and realize your financial goals?During this hybrid workshop, Amber Avis, financial entrepreneur and founder of Ambitious Management, discussed best practices for entrepreneurs and professionals looking to grow their ...

April 21, 2021- The NBPC Local 2455 - Laredo National Border Patrol Council celebrated the groundbreaking of their new Border Patrol Union Hall. National Border Patrol Council members Enrique Rico Jr., Oscar Vela Jr., Hector Garza, Mayor Pete Saenz, United States Border Patrol Chief Patrol Agent Matthew Hudak, National Border Patrol Council members Sergio Moreno, Jesus Navarro and Uriel ...