14 Dec 2024

The Laredo Economic Development Corporation (LEDC), in partnership with MileOne International Business Assistance Center, successfully hosted their annual “Christmas Posada” on Thursday, December 12, 2024. The festive event took place from 5:00 to 7:00 PM at MileOne, located at 1312 Houston Street, Laredo, Texas. The evening marked not only a celebration of the holiday season but also c...

27 Nov 2024

November 26- In a continued effort to strengthen economic collaboration and cross-border initiatives, newly appointed Laredo EDC President and CEO David Stedman and Vice President of International Business Recruitment Rey Reyes, visited Nuevo Laredo, engaging with key stakeholders to discuss infrastructure, innovation, and trade opportunities. The visit commenced with a welcome by Lic...

20 Nov 2024

On November 18-19, 2024, CRS Legal facilitated an industrial tour in Laredo, Texas, welcoming a sizable delegation of business leaders from Mexico, Brazil, and Colombia. The two-day event highlighted Laredo’s vibrant industrial capabilities and underscored the city’s strategic importance as a hub for international trade and commerce. The tour commenced with a welcoming breakfast at th...

14 Nov 2024

On November 13, 2024, Cesar G. Hernandez, Program Director of MileOne, spoke with a group of eager seniors from Cigarroa High School about the future of their careers and the exciting world of entrepreneurship. The event, which was held at MileOne, focused on providing valuable insights into the MileOne program, career development, and the opportunities available to students as they prep...

05 Nov 2024

On Friday, November 1, 2024, the Laredo Economic Development Corporation (Laredo EDC) hosted its annual Economic Development Industry (EDI) Awards ceremony during the highly anticipated Boots ‘n Bling Gala, held at Paseo Real Receptions Event. The event brought together leaders, stakeholders, and community members to celebrate outstanding contributions to Laredo’s economic growth. The...

30 Oct 2024

IBC Bank hosted a special meet-and-greet event to formally welcome Mr. David A. Stedman, the newly appointed President and CEO of the Laredo Economic Development Corporation (LEDC). The event occurred on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, at the IBC Bank Sanchez Neiman Suite on San Bernardo Avenue. Attendees had the opportunity to connect with Stedman personally, discuss their visions for ...

26 Oct 2024

October 24-25, 2024- Laredo EDC Vice President of Business Attraction & Retention, Joseph Mendiola attended the 2024 Annual Conference hosted by the Texas Economic Development Council in Dallas, Texas. The two-and-a-half-day event featured numerous keynote presentations, breakout sessions, and peer-to-peer discussions on economic development topics and trends. Pictured from lef...

26 Oct 2024

October 23-25, 2024- A delegation from Port Laredo embarked on a landmark visit to Querétaro, establishing connections with key stakeholders and fostering new opportunities for cross-border collaboration. Representatives from the City of Laredo Economic Development Department, Bridge System, Airport, Convention and Visitors Bureau, along with the Laredo EDC President and CEO, David Stedm...

22 Oct 2024

The Larga Vista Community Center, in partnership with Laredo EDC Program MileOne, hosted an informative and empowering workshop for small business owners. Held on October 22, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM, the event offered local entrepreneurs valuable insights into navigating the challenges of running a small business and provided them with tools for growth, resilience, and success. W...

11 Oct 2024

On October 11th, the Laredo Economic Development Corporation held a proclamation ceremony where Mayor Victor D. Treviño recognized Laredo EDC 2024 Economic Development Industry Award (EDI’s) Honorees. Representing this year’s honorees were Kyle Morgan representing Canadian Pacific Kansas City Railway, Jose Ceballos and Ben Puig, representing Fasken Oil and Ranch, Ltd., and Jessica Con...