OUR MISSION:

To lead economic development activities through policy implementation, strategic planning, and partnership with key organizations.

The Economic Development Department is the catalyst for shaping the City of San Antonio's future economy. With economic, social, and technological change calling for flexibility and adaptation, EDD has equipped itself to be a driving force for a thriving city, aggressively establishing an array of business assistance programs which serve as a vehicle for job creation, retention, and new investment.

EDD has taken great strides to further the growth of the city through diversification the overall economy by strengthening driver industries through  competitive business incentive packages, creating inroads for small business, and collaboration with the public and partner organizations. 

A positive economic climate, growing economy, strong workforce, and an excellent living environment are just some of the reasons to do business in San Antonio. The opportunities for economic benefits to suit your business are many, and our goal is to minimize your efforts, expand your opportunities, and provide your business the best resources available.  
 
Office of the Director

Robert Peche
Director of Economic Development
Phone: (210) 207-8040

Ed Davis
Assistant Director
Industry Development & Operations
Phone: (210) 207-8080

Anita Uribe Martin
Assistant Director
Small Business Assistance Services
Phone: (210) 207-3900

Industry Development

Steve Nivin, PhD
Chief Economist
Economic Analysis and Coordination Division
Phone: (210) 207-3907

Omar Garcia
Economic Development Manager
Industry Development Division
Phone: (210) 207-6315

Barbara Ankamah
Economic Development Manager
Workforce and Redevelopment Initiatives
Phone: (210) 207-8162

Small Business

Melissa Aguillon
Manager
Small Business Assistance Services

Ed Somers
Economic Development Manager
South Texas Business Fund (STBF)
Phone: (210) 207-3932

Physical Address




General Contact

City of San Antonio Economic Development
Frost Bank Tower
100 West Houston Street, 19th Floor
San Antonio, Texas 78205


P.O. Box 839966
San Antonio, Te
xas 78283-3966
210.207.8080 Phone/TTY 210.207.8151 FAX

First Point Business Center Frost Bank Tower
100 West Houston Street, 19th Floor
San Antonio, Texas 78205

210.207.3900/ 210.207.3909 FAX

 P.O. BOX 839966   SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS   78283-3966   PHONE/TTY: 210.207.8080   FAX: 210.207.8151