08 Jul Rio Grande Trade: Empowering Business Success: How COSTEP Drives Growth in South Texas

The Council for South Texas Economic Progress, or COSTEP, has helped businesses in the vibrant heart of South Texas for over 49 years growing the Rio Grande Trade. Whether they need strategic planning efforts or assistance navigating incentives, COSTEP has always taken a comprehensive approach that helps foster a thriving business ecosystem in our region. If you’re currently looking into setting the foundations of your own business, learn more about how COSTEP helps make it happen.

Strategic Planning and Site Selection

COSTEP lives and breathes the South Texas region—we know every square inch that could become the site of a new and flourishing business. As your partner, we can help you navigate this dynamic landscape by providing in-depth market intelligence and a deeper understanding of local opportunities.

Our job is to help you identify the best location to base your operations. Whether you’re considering the counties of Cameron, Hidalgo, Jim Hogg, or beyond, we’ll work around the clock to help you find your home. This includes prime locations such as the McAllen foreign trade zone and areas influenced by the international bridges in Laredo.

Workforce Development for the Rio Grande Trade

At COSTEP, a successful business is only as good as its workforce. That’s why we put so much effort into nurturing a pipeline of highly skilled and committed workers. By collaborating with educational institutions and workforce development programs, we hope to continue creating and providing access to a massive pool of talented employees ready to fill your ranks. This is crucial for industries such as RGV manufacturing and the Mexico energy industry, which thrive on skilled labor.

Incentives Assistance

Fact: cities around the area want your business. However, incentives and grant processes often take time and effort to navigate. This is where COSTEP shines. We simplify these processes by facilitating guidance every step of the way. Whether you’re considering tax incentives or grants for infrastructure development, know that we’re always ready to help you maximize your opportunities. Our expertise includes navigating the benefits offered by organizations like the McAllen Economic Development Corp and leveraging resources for sectors such as Texas industrial energy.

We’re Ready When You Are

The South Texas region boasts incredible advantages for businesses from all sectors: a growing population, trade routes with Mexico, business development assistance, and so much more. If you’re ready to make this promising region your business’s home, know that with COSTEP, you’ll have much more than a supportive environment – you’ll have a partner prioritizing your long-term success.

From strategic planning and site selection to workforce development and incentives assistance, our team is dedicated to helping businesses thrive and triumph. With key infrastructure like the Mission International Bridge facilitating Rio Grande trade and support for sectors like Texas Industrial Energy, we provide a comprehensive suite of services tailored to your needs.

Join us in shaping the future of South Texas, and contact COSTEP to learn more about what we can do for you.