Episode 1 - Super Dave Quinn, CEcD TexasEDConnection

Episode 1 - Super Dave Quinn, CEcD TexasEDConnection

Author: Super Dave Quinn, CECD January 23, 2021 Duration: 2:55
Welcome to "Gone to Texas," the official podcast of the Texas Economic Development Connection (https://TexasEDConnection.com). In this episode, you'll meet the host Super Dave Quinn, managing partner, and Chief Inspiration Officer for Day One Experts (https://D1experts.com)

He introduces the show and shares about what to expect in upcoming shows featuring stories of business owners and CEOs who have relocated or expanded their business into Texas.

Super Dave is a 5th generation Texan and certified economic developer who has been helping companies move to Texas for almost two decades.

Day One Experts: https://D1Experts.com
Texas ED Connection: https://TexasEDConnection.com
Super Dave: https://DaveQuinn247.com

Get your free Texas business expansion or relocation resources today by visiting www.TexasEDConnection.com

There's a particular energy drawing people and their ambitions south, captured by that old phrase and now given voice in Gone to Texas. Rather than dry economic reports, this podcast lives in the lived experiences of founders and CEOs who made the decision to move or grow their operations into the state. Each conversation unpacks the real-world details behind that leap-the logistical hurdles, the cultural discoveries, and the tangible outcomes of planting a flag in Texas soil. You'll hear firsthand about navigating local regulations, understanding regional business climates, and integrating into communities that shape both life and work. The discussions naturally span from practical business insights to the broader cultural and societal shifts encountered when making such a significant transition. Recognized as one of the top business podcasts in the region, Gone to Texas serves as an essential audio companion for anyone contemplating a similar path or simply curious about the forces reshaping the modern economic landscape. It’s a collection of roadmaps, written in hindsight by those who’ve already arrived, offering not just inspiration but concrete lessons from the journey.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 48

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