The Waller County Economic Development Partnership (WCEDP) was once again recognized for excellence in economic development at the annual Texas Economic Development Council’s (TEDC) annual meeting, the organization announced in a November 17 press release. This is the fourth time the group has received the Community Economic Development Award for completing quality projects. This award was for the Elin Energy project, which was landed late 2023.

“It’s an honor to be recognized by your peers.”, stated WCEDP Executive Director, Vince Yokom. “There are so many great projects that compete each year so it is very humbling to be selected.” The Community Economic Development Award program recognizes exceptional contributions of TEDC member communities toward the economic vitality of their area and the state of Texas through creativity, leadership, and partnership in the achievement of business retention, business recruitment and community improvement.

“Our Community Economic Development Award is one of the ways in which our organization honors the excellent work done by our communities, their leaders, and their economic development professionals,” noted Carlton Schwab, President & CEO, Texas Economic Development Council.

Waller County Judge, Trey Duhon saids “I am very proud of our economic development program. They consistently perform at a high level of excellence and commitment. I am especially grateful for the many WCEDP partner members that help support our program. They are a great asset to our community.”

Over the years the WCEDP also won an award in the public private partnership category from the International Economic Development Council and from Trade and Industry Development’s, Corporate Investment & Community Impact Award (CiCi) submitted through Governor Greg Abbott’s office of Economic Development & Tourism.

For more information about joining the WCEDP, contact their office at 979-921-9059 or email vyokom@wallercounty.org.

Photo caption: (L-R) WCEDP board members Andy Perry, Travis Sellers, James Koch, Commissioner Justin Beckendorff, WCEDP members Hidi and Chad Criswell, Judge Trey Duhon, Vince Yokom, Commissioners John Amsler, Walter Smith, Kendrick Jones and WCEDP board member Jim Russ.