Like other communities in and around thriving Houston, Pearland has grown at an extraordinary rate over the past two decades, transitioning from a rural agriculture town of 19,000 to a bustling suburban community that is approaching 90,000. The city has benefited tremendously from the region’s strong economy and the resulting growth, in the way of substantial commercial investment, a larger tax base, low unemployment and an influx of educated young professionals. With population growth expected to continue steadily, the community has now reached a critical juncture in its development. AngelouEconomics was hired by the Pearland Economic Development Corporation to assist the City in determining its strategic vision and direction for its continued growth. Specifically, AngelouEconomics :
- Uncovered Pearland’s economic strengths and challenges
- Identified specific target industries to diversify economy
- Developed tailored marketing recommendations for target industries
- Recommended improvements to infrastructure, business climate, business costs, incentives, quality of life amenities, and other factors affecting business retention, expansion, and attraction
- Outlined specific tasks and assignments for implementation
- Provided performance and accountability measures
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