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In 2022, more entrepreneurs and corporations than ever chose Grapevine, Texas. The City’s prime location in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, coupled with its trademark charm and character, continues to prove fertile ground for an innovative business culture. Grapevine recorded more verified new certificates of occupancy in 2022 than in...
Whether folks are looking to build or re-build their business, there's no better place than Grapevine, Texas. Just take a look at the new businesses that arrived or are scheduled to arrive this month in Grapevine! Just about every month, we see new restaurants, retailers, healthcare providers, and services open...
Meet the Dynamic Owner and Chef Behind Oishii Sushi, Your Next Favorite Pan-Asian Restaurant
Jun 2 2023The last few years have been tough for businesses of all shapes and sizes. Even here in Grapevine, where destination dining and entertainment thrive, the pandemic took a toll. But, as is often the case, a small batch of closures spurred the arrival of new and exciting concepts; none more...
We’re just over a month away from the grand opening of Meow Wolf’s Grapevine exhibition, The Real Unreal. Tickets are on sale and going fast for the July 14 debut, and the attraction is projected to bring a wealth of visitors into Grapevine. Last month, we published a closer look...
If you work in technology, you've likely seen the headlines bemoaning the ongoing developer shortage. Demand for skilled developers has increased steadily over the last few years, but the supply has failed to keep up. The International Data Corporation (IDC) has predicted a global shortfall of four million developers by...
The idea of showing up at the office every day is quickly going the way of the dodo, thanks to a certain pandemic that shall not be named.
The benefit? Those free-spirited folk out there now have more opportunities to work and live abroad.
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In today’s ever-changing market, economic development is crucial for regions to grow and thrive. Economic development is promoting a region's economic well-being by creating jobs, generating revenue, and fostering a positive business environment. However, economic development success often depends on an organization’s ability to create and execute an effective strategic...
With the freedom to gather and a job market that needs workers, career fairs are back in the workforce development toolkit. But are they worth it? With a bevy of job-posting platforms allowing businesses to submit openings in minutes and job seekers to filter opportunities with the click of a...
Governor Greg Abbott today announced four Jobs and Education for Texans (JET) grant awards for a combined $944,203 to Austin Community College and Bastrop Independent School District (ISD) by the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) to support career and technical education (CTE) training programs. These grants will help the schools purchase...
Governor Greg Abbott today celebrated the significant role local, regional, and statewide economic development organizations play in creating jobs, advancing career development opportunities, and improving the quality of life in communities across Texas by proclaiming May 8-12, 2023 as Economic Development Week in Texas.
"This Economic Development Week, we...
Grapevine, Texas, located in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, is a popular destination and location for both tourists and businesses alike, resulting in significant economic growth. The City's commitment to diversity and inclusion has substantially influenced this success. Celebra Grapevine, a locally-led celebration of Hispanic cultures, will return for its second...
Summer is just over the horizon, and businesses from retail to manufacturing are looking to get ahead of the crowd headed into Grapevine. As always, our City saw more new openings that we can highlight here... but we like to pick a few out every month to show off the diversity...
Ever since the public announcement of their new project last year, Meow Wolf has been at the center of conversations all over Grapevine. Often, those conversations start with a simple question:
What is Meow Wolf?
And, to be honest, that’s a great place to start. Even the staff...
Prepare to immerse yourself in a vibrant atmosphere of music, entertainment, and festivities at the highly anticipated 39th annual Main Street Fest in Grapevine, scheduled to take place from May 19th to 21st.
Tickets are now available for purchase, granting access to an unforgettable experience complete with live performances,...
Whether you’re new to Grapevine or an established part of the community, you’ve got access to a wealth of public and private resources. Economic Development supports the business community, but so does the Chamber of Commerce and the Convention and Visitor’s Bureau. It can be difficult to know whom to...
The 29-year-old actor stared at his bank account statement.
He had only $106 left to his name.
His acting career was going nowhere. He couldn’t afford the rent on his cheap Hollywood apartment. He even tried to sell his dog because he didn’t have enough money to buy...
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), in partnership with the Small Business Administration (SBA) and the Federal Depository Insurance Corporation (FDIC), is hosting a series of regional economic development workshops on the “Path to Prosperity” in Mississippi, Kentucky, and Georgia to provide small businesses, including farmers and ranchers, with the...
Five years ago, Amazon selected Queens, New York, and Arlington, Virginia as the bifurcated site of their long-anticipated HQ2 project: a supplemental headquarters for the fast-growing company as it expanded its footprint far beyond Seattle. That decision marked the end of a yearslong competition between communities around the United States,...
The initial flurry of new businesses looking to open in 2023 has slowed, but it's rare to see a month without at least a handful of new ventures here in Grapevine. While most of the certificates of occupancy issued in the last month were for businesses changing their names, ownership,...
Governor Greg Abbott today released a statement lauding the strength of the Texas economy as new data released by the Bureau of Economic Analysis shows Texas leading the nation with the fastest economic expansion in the fourth quarter of 2022. As measured by the state’s gross domestic product (GDP), the...
Entertainment Marketing: Grapevine Shows How It’s Done with Their April Fools’ Podcast Episode
Mar 29 2023Grapevine Economic Development launched a podcast in 2022 to authentically and organically tell the story of Grapevine, TX. By doing so, the department hoped stand out amongst their peers in the blockbuster economy of the Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) Metroplex.Growing Grapevine Season One explored the 50-year history of Grapevine’s evolution, delving...
The Digital Age is Alive and Thriving
Mar 23 2023You’re either a gamer or you’re not. Regardless of where you fall on the entertainment consumption spectrum, the esports and entertainment industries are evolving at a rapid pace to keep attention locked into our black mirrors.
Today, the gaming industry has its audiences looking through a different scope, one...
Governor Greg Abbott today congratulated Texans and Texas employers on helping our state lead the nation in job growth, following the news showing Texas led all states with 654,100 jobs added January 2022 to January 2023. Over those 12 months, Texas grew jobs at 5.0 percent, outpacing the national rate...
Governor Greg Abbott today celebrated the state’s growing workforce and strong economy following the latest employment release from the Texas Workforce Commission showing Texas again broke the all-time record for total jobs in January for the 16th consecutive month. With Texas employers adding 48,600 nonfarm jobs in January, total jobs...
