Published on August 11, 2025
On Thursday, August 7, the Metrocrest Chamber of Commerce hosted an Economic Development Summit featuring influential voices from across the state. Notable speakers included President and CEO of the Texas Association of Business Glenn Hamer, Director of Community & Business Development at the Governor's Office of Economic Development Larry McManus, and Business Vice President of the Texas Economic Development Corporation Dale Robertson.
Addison’s Economic Development Director Wayne Emerson joined a panel discussion with the newly appointed Deputy Economic Development Director Darren Harris from Farmers Branch and Development Program Manager Emily Goodrum from the City of Carrollton, offering regional insights and collaboration opportunities.
Mayor Bruce Arfsten, Deputy Mayor Pro Tempore Chris DeFrancisco, and Council Members Howard Freed, Darren Gardner, and Dan Liscio represented Addison at the event together with Addison Economic Development team, further demonstrating the Town's commitment to economic growth and regional partnerships.