Laredo Economic Development Corporation

Laredo Economic Development Corporation LEDC serves as the primary private sector point of contact providing assistance to new and expanding business prospects.

Incorporated on November 17, 1966, the mission of the Laredo Economic Development Corporation is to promote and foster the economic and industrial development of the Laredo region. We promote and market Laredo, Webb County and our sister city of Nuevo Laredo as a dynamic region for global trade and market opportunities for targeted industries. The LEDC provides community data and economic indicato

rs for business prospects and investors, site selection services, assistance with and screening for incentives from the City, County, and State, and research information requested by clients.

The August 2026 Issue of LEDC’s Border Insight is Here!This month, we spotlight the Webb County–City of Laredo Regional ...
09/08/2026

The August 2026 Issue of LEDC’s Border Insight is Here!

This month, we spotlight the Webb County–City of Laredo Regional Mobility Authority and the partnerships helping move our region forward.

🚧 From roadway investments and transportation studies to safety initiatives and future infrastructure funding, discover how collaboration is turning regional priorities into meaningful projects that strengthen connectivity, mobility, and economic growth.

Inside this issue, you’ll also find:
📍 Feature Article: Webb County–City of Laredo Regional Mobility Authority
🤝 Community & Economic Development updates
📊 Trade & Economic Indicators and Port Laredo trade data
⭐ LEDC & MileOne Member Spotlights
📅 Upcoming Events & Announcements

👉 Read the August 2026 issue of Border Insight and stay informed on the people, partnerships, and projects shaping the Laredo region.
https://heyzine.com/flip-book/a2f6d2c42e.html

Don’t Miss This Featured Session at Pathways for Trade 2026! 🚨Join us for an inspiring keynote session featuring William...
09/08/2026

Don’t Miss This Featured Session at Pathways for Trade 2026! 🚨

Join us for an inspiring keynote session featuring William Pui Martinez, CEO & Founder of Greenspace E-Mobility, as he shares insights on the future of e-mobility, innovation, and the evolving transportation landscape.

🌎 Pathways for Trade: The North American Logistics & Manufacturing Symposium
📅 September 22–24, 2026
📍 Texas A&M International University – Student Center
🎤 Keynote Session: September 24 | 1:50–2:25 PM

This is your opportunity to connect with industry leaders, explore emerging trends, and be part of conversations shaping the future of trade, logistics, manufacturing, and innovation across the Americas.
✨ Register now and be part of this one-of-a-kind event!
⏰ Registration closes September 10!
🌐 https://lnkd.in/gVkSzJrn

🚨 Don’t miss this keynote session at Pathways for Trade 2026! 🌎Join us on September 24, 2026, for an insightful keynote,...
09/04/2026

🚨 Don’t miss this keynote session at Pathways for Trade 2026! 🌎

Join us on September 24, 2026, for an insightful keynote, “Turning Connectivity into Growth: Leveraging Trade and Economic Potential for Regional Development.”
🎤 Keynote Speaker: Ilvin Mendoza Carrasco
Head of Intelligence & Territorial Analysis
Ministry of Finance and Economy of the Dominican Republic
📅 September 24, 2026
⏰ 8:45–9:40 AM
📍 Texas A&M International University – Student Center

Be part of the conversation shaping the future of trade, logistics, manufacturing, infrastructure, and regional economic development across the Americas.

🔗 Register now and be part of this one-of-a-kind event!
Registration closes September 10.
📞 (956) 722-0563
🌐 https://lnkd.in/gVkSzJrn

🚨 WE’RE HIRING! 🚨LEDC is seeking a dynamic and visionary Vice President of Economic Development to join our team in Lare...
09/03/2026

🚨 WE’RE HIRING! 🚨

LEDC is seeking a dynamic and visionary Vice President of Economic Development to join our team in Laredo, Texas! 🌎

This is an exciting opportunity to help lead economic growth, attract investment, strengthen business opportunities, and shape the future of the Laredo region.

📍 Location: Laredo, Texas
💼 Position: Vice President of Economic Development

👉 Apply today and take the next step in making an impact in one of the nation’s leading international trade and logistics communities!
https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/4461337997/

🏆 Celebrating Our 2026 Pathways for Trade Ambassadors! 🌎🤝The Pathways for Trade Ambassador Award recognizes outstanding ...
09/03/2026

🏆 Celebrating Our 2026 Pathways for Trade Ambassadors! 🌎🤝
The Pathways for Trade Ambassador Award recognizes outstanding contributions to cross-border collaboration, trade education, workforce development, and the growth of global commerce.

This year, we are proud to honor two distinguished institutions making a lasting impact on our region:

🎓 Texas A&M International University – Center for the Study of Western Hemispheric Trade
🚛 Laredo College – Global Logistics Center

Together, these institutions are creating pathways that educate, innovate, and prepare the next generation of leaders in global trade and logistics.
👏 Congratulations to our 2026 Pathways for Trade Ambassadors!

Your leadership and commitment continue to strengthen our region’s role as a global trade and logistics hub.

🌎 Connect. Innovate. Grow. 🌎Join us for Pathways for Trade: The North American Logistics & Manufacturing Symposium, taki...
09/02/2026

🌎 Connect. Innovate. Grow. 🌎
Join us for Pathways for Trade: The North American Logistics & Manufacturing Symposium, taking place September 22–24, 2026, at the Texas A&M International University Student Center in Laredo, Texas.

This year’s theme, “Connecting the Americas: Infrastructure, Industry, Innovation,” brings together industry leaders, professionals, and innovators to explore the future of North American trade, logistics, and manufacturing.
🎤 Featured Keynote Speaker:
Diane J. Sabatino
Executive Assistant Commissioner, Office of Field Operations
U.S. Customs and Border Protection
📌 Featured Session:

CBP’s Trade Enforcement Strategy: Innovation, Partnerships, and Advancing U.S. Economic Prosperity

📅 September 23, 2026 | ⏰ 3:05–4:00 PM
Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind opportunity to connect with leaders, gain valuable insights, and be part of the conversation shaping the future of trade.

👉 Register today and secure your spot!
🌐 https://lnkd.in/gVkSzJrn
📞 (956) 722-0563

🚨 Featured Keynote Speaker at Pathways for Trade 2026! 🚨Join us for an insightful session exploring the future of supply...
09/01/2026

🚨 Featured Keynote Speaker at Pathways for Trade 2026! 🚨
Join us for an insightful session exploring the future of supply chain resilience at the Pathways for Trade: The North American Logistics & Manufacturing Symposium!

🎤 Keynote Speaker: Amanda Laabs, Chief Product Officer, Medline Inc.
📌 Session: “Built for the Waves: How Laredo Supports Medline’s Supply Chain Resilience”
📅 September 23, 2026
⏰ 11:15 AM – 12:10 PM
📍 Texas A&M International University – Student Center

Discover how Laredo’s strategic infrastructure, logistics capabilities, and cross-border connectivity help strengthen critical supply chains.

🌎 Connecting the Americas: Infrastructure, Industry, Innovation
✨ Register now and be part of this one-of-a-kind event!
🌐 https://lnkd.in/gVkSzJrn

A special congratulations to Yvette Peña, Chief Financial Officer, recognized by LEDC President & CEO David A. Stedman, ...
08/26/2026

A special congratulations to Yvette Peña, Chief Financial Officer, recognized by LEDC President & CEO David A. Stedman, Sr., for her creativity, dedication, and talent in producing the award-winning publication.

🌎 This achievement represents the power of regional collaboration. We proudly share this recognition with the LEDC and MileOne teams and our partners: Municipio de Nuevo Laredo, City of Laredo (Port Laredo), Municipio de Nuevo León, and Rio South Texas Region (CoStep). Additionally, we congratulate other Economic Development Organizations (EDOs) from the U.S., Puerto Rico, Canada, Bermuda, Brazil, and New Zealand on their earned award(s)!

The Laredo Region Economic Outlook tells an important story: the Laredo region is not only growing—it is transforming into a world-class economic powerhouse, where public and private sectors across two nations work together to create opportunity, resilience, investment, and long-term prosperity.

LEDC will be honored during the IEDC 2026 Annual Conference in New Orleans, Louisiana, October 25–28, 2026.

Congratulations, Team Laredo! This is our region. This is our story. And the world is taking notice. 🌎🏆



To download the "Laredo Region Economic Outlook", click here: https://lnkd.in/gciw4fNh

The view the complete Press Release, please see the attached file.
🔗 https://lnkd.in/gciw4fNh

08/25/2026

Catch the highlights from our recent press conference as we officially unveiled plans for the Pathways for Trade: North American Logistics & Manufacturing Symposium, happening September 22–24, 2026, in Laredo, Texas.

From this year’s theme and exciting lineup to the announcement of our 2026 Trade Ambassador Award recipients, there’s a lot to look forward to!

🎥 Watch the highlights and join us for Pathways for Trade 2026: Connecting the Americas — Infrastructure, Industry, Innovation.

📅 September 22–24, 2026
📍 Laredo, Texas

Pathways for Trade 2026 Press ConferenceThis morning at 10:00 a.m., the Laredo Economic Development Corporation (LEDC) h...
08/21/2026

Pathways for Trade 2026 Press Conference
This morning at 10:00 a.m., the Laredo Economic Development Corporation (LEDC) hosted a press conference at the LEDC Conference Room to officially announce the Pathways for Trade: The North American Logistics & Manufacturing Symposium, taking place September 22–24, 2026, in Laredo, Texas.

Celebrating the symposium’s continued growth and the 60th Anniversary of LEDC, this year’s event will be held under the theme:
“Connecting the Americas: Infrastructure, Industry, Innovation.”

As North America’s largest inland port and the leading gateway for U.S.-Mexico trade, Laredo provides the ideal setting for this premier gathering of logistics, manufacturing, infrastructure, and international trade leaders.

Attendees will have the opportunity to hear from nationally recognized keynote speakers, participate in executive panel discussions, network with industry leaders, and take part in exclusive tours and exhibitions designed to strengthen supply chains and foster economic growth across the Americas.

A special highlight of today’s announcement was the recognition of the 2026 Pathways for Trade Ambassador recipients:
🏅 Texas A&M International University – Center for the Study of Western Hemispheric Trade
🏅 Laredo College – Global Logistics Center

These two institutions will be honored during the Night of Trade Ambassador networking event on September 23 for their outstanding contributions to education, workforce development, international trade, and regional economic growth.

Registration is now open. For sponsorship opportunities and additional information, visit www.pathwaysfortrade.com

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616 Leal Street
Laredo, TX
78044

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 5:30pm

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+19567220563

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