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YTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 70: An interview with Texas Comptroller Glenn HegarIn this episode of the CEO Insider Podcast, Ed Curtis speaks with Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar. Hegar talks about how Texas is expanding rapidly in the business market, how Texas is the #1 state for job creation in the nation, and much more! Topics covered include: Texas leads the nation in job growth in 2023. His travels across the state confirm that growth is occurring in all 12 economic regions in Texas. He and Ed discussed the financial services sector being a major growth sector (and top contributor to Texas GDP). Hegar shared that 20% of all value exported out of...2024-02-2831 min
Texas CEO InsiderEpisode 70: An interview with Texas Comptroller Glenn HegarIn this episode of the CEO Insider Podcast, Ed Curtis speaks with Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar. Hegar talks about how Texas is expanding rapidly in the business market, how Texas is the #1 state for job creation in the nation, and much more! Topics covered include: Texas leads the nation in job growth in 2023. His travels across the state confirm that growth is occurring in all 12 economic regions in Texas. He and Ed discussed the financial services sector being a major growth sector (and top contributor to Texas GDP). Hegar shared that 20% of all value exported out of the US comes...2024-02-2831 min
Texas CEO InsiderEpisode 69: An interview with Reid Ryan, CEO of Ryan Sanders SportsEnjoy this interview with baseball expert, Reid Ryan. Reed talks about the making of the movie Facing Nolan, a story about his father Nolan Ryan and his storied career. Reid talks about the future of baseball, his passion for minor league ball, and his love of Texas.2024-02-0702 min
Texas CEO InsiderEpisode 68: CEO Insider Interview with Troy AikmanAn interview with Troy Aikman.2023-12-1649 min
We Are VIP PodcastEpisode 198: The Founder and CEO of YTexas Ed CurtisThe Founder and CEO of YTexas Ed Curtis We Are VIP Episode 198Ed Curtis joins VIP's Casey Hasten in a discussion about YTexas and why so many companies are relocating to Texas. Ed is the Founder and CEO of YTexas. Over more than twenty years as a Texas commercial banking executive, Ed witnessed an increasing number of clientele relocating their businesses to Texas. As a result, he exited the banking industry to form YTexas. YTexas is an elite Texas business network that connects, supports, and promotes companies that are relocating, expanding, and growing in the Lone Star State...2023-05-1533 min
Austin NextSuper Regions: Texas Triangle with Ed Curtis, CEO of YTexasToday we’re going to expand our focus a bit, and look at the entire state of Texas, not just Austin. We want to dig into what has brought so much attention, and new people to the Lone Star State, how it’s impacting business, culture, and innovation. The concept of a super-region isn’t new. But the idea of a Texas Triangle is something new and unique. And that’s what we explored with Ed Curtis, Founder and CEO of YTexas. All of Texas is accelerating...What's next Austin?
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Rainmakers: featuring business development's eliteInterview with Ed Curtis - CEO of YTexasEd Curtis, CEO of YTexas runs a company that welcomes companies and people to Texas. He said Texas welcomes people, no matter where you're from…So, from an outsider looking in, I said, I would love to form an organization that helps people understand the values in Texas Join the Rainmakers Network on LinkedInGuest - Ed CurtisHost - Carl GrantProducer - Seth Grant2021-07-1717 min
Texas CEO InsiderEpisode 67: Jenna Saucedo-Herrera, President & CEO - San Antonio Economic Development FoundationIn this episode of the CEO Insider Podcast, host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis speak with Jenna Saucedo-Herrera, President and CEO of the San Antonio Economic Development Foundation. Jenna discusses the bold moves and initiatives that are being undertaken in the San Antonio region.2021-04-1519 min
YTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 67: Jenna Saucedo-Herrera, President & CEO - San Antonio Economic Development FoundationIn this episode of the CEO Insider Podcast, host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis speak with Jenna Saucedo-Herrera, President and CEO of the San Antonio Economic Development Foundation. Jenna discusses the bold moves and initiatives that are being undertaken in the San Antonio region.2021-04-1519 minTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 66: YTexas Virtual - The Tesla EffectIn this episode of the CEO Insider Podcast, host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis discuss the upcoming YTexas Virtual event on Thursday, March 25th that focuses on the impact of Tesla in Texas and workforce development initiatives.2021-03-2417 min
YTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 66: YTexas Virtual - The Tesla EffectIn this episode of the CEO Insider Podcast, host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis discuss the upcoming YTexas Virtual event on Thursday, March 25th that focuses on the impact of Tesla in Texas and workforce development initiatives.2021-03-2417 minTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 65: Will Austin win the new $17 billion Samsung facilityIn this episode of the CEO Insider Podcast, host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis discuss Samsung filing documents in Arizona, New York and Texas to build semiconductor manufacturing facility that is expected to cost over $17 billion and create 1,800 jobs.2021-02-1511 min
YTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 65: Will Austin win the new $17 billion Samsung facilityIn this episode of the CEO Insider Podcast, host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis discuss Samsung filing documents in Arizona, New York and Texas to build semiconductor manufacturing facility that is expected to cost over $17 billion and create 1,800 jobs.2021-02-1511 min
YTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 64: 2021 YTexas Virtual Launch RecapCEO Inisder host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis discuss the 2021 YTexas Virtual Launch that streamed on ytexas.com on January 28, 2021. The event featured a panel discussion on corporate relocation to Texas and its economic impact.2021-02-0321 minTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 64: 2021 YTexas Virtual Launch RecapCEO Inisder host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis discuss the 2021 YTexas Virtual Launch that streamed on ytexas.com on January 28, 2021. The event featured a panel discussion on corporate relocation to Texas and its economic impact.2021-02-0321 minTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 63: The Three Pillars of RelocationIn this episode CEO Insider host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis discuss the three main factors companies consider when moving their global headquarters to the Lone Star State.2021-01-2020 min
YTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 62: The Three Pillars of RelocationIn this episode CEO Insider host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis discuss the three main factors companies consider when moving their global headquarters to the Lone Star State.2021-01-2020 minTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 62: Oracle HQ relocation to TexasIn this episode of the CEO Insider, host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis discuss Oracle Corporation. The multinational computer technology company was formerly headquartered in Redwood Shores, California until December 2020 when it moved its headquarters to Austin, Texas.2020-12-2109 min
YTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 62: Oracle HQ relocation to texasIn this episode of the CEO Insider, host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis discuss Oracle Corporation. The multinational computer technology company was formerly headquartered in Redwood Shores, California until December 2020 when it moved its headquarters to Austin, Texas.2020-12-2109 min
YTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 61: Why the U.S. Space Command HQ should choose San AntonioOn this episode of the CEO Insider Podcast, host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis discuss why the US Space Command should choose San Antonio as its new HQ.2020-12-1313 minTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 61: Why the U.S. Space Command HQ should choose San AntonioOn this episode of the CEO Insider Podcast, host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis discuss why the US Space Command should choose San Antonio as its new HQ.2020-12-1313 min
YTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 60: Kris Collins, Senior Vice President - Economic Development at Greater Waco ChamberOn this episode of the CEO Insider Podcast, host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO speak with Kris Collins, Senior Vice President of Economic Development at the Greater Chamber of Waco. Kris discusses the fact that Waco is no longer a secret along the I-35 corridor and the Waco region is experiencing rapid economic growth.2020-11-1213 minTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 60: Kris Collins, Senior Vice President - Economic Development at Greater Waco ChamberOn this episode of the CEO Insider Podcast, host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO speak with Kris Collins, Senior Vice President of Economic Development at the Greater Chamber of Waco. Kris discusses the fact that Waco is no longer a secret along the I-35 corridor and the Waco region is experiencing rapid economic growth.2020-11-1213 minTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 59: Adam Zeitsiff, President & CEO - IntelivideoOn the CEO Insider Podcast today is Adam Zeitsiff, president and CEO of Intelivideo. Prior to Intelivideo, Zeitsiff was president and CEO of Gold's Gym. He discusses the hard hit the fitness industry has taken during the pandemic and his transition to Intelivideo and his mission in the new position.2020-10-3016 minTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 58: Matt Bruhn, President/GM - Pabst Brewing CompanyCEO Insider Podcast host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis speak with Matt Bruhn, President and General Manager of Pabst Brewing Company. Matt discusses the story behind the name Pabst Blue Ribbon and the company headquarters relocation to San Antonio.2020-10-0723 min
YTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 58: Matt Bruhn, President/GM - Pabst Brewing CompanyCEO Insider Podcast host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis speak with Matt Bruhn, President and General Manager of Pabst Brewing Company. Matt discusses the story behind the name Pabst Blue Ribbon and the company headquarters relocation to San Antonio.2020-10-0723 min
YTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 57: 2020 YTexas Summit Update - Gary Kelly, CEO - Southwest AirlinesCEO Insider podcast host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis discuss the upcoming 2020 YTexas Summit and the addition of Southwest Airlines CEO Gary Kelly to the lineup. The digital event will be livestreamed on September 24, 2020. For more details go to www.ytexas.com/summit2020-09-0908 minTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 57: 2020 YTexas Summit Update - Gary Kelly, CEO - Southwest AirlinesCEO Insider podcast host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis discuss the upcoming 2020 YTexas Summit and the addition of Southwest Airlines CEO Gary Kelly to the lineup. The digital event will be livestreamed on September 24, 2020. For more details go to www.ytexas.com/summit2020-09-0908 minTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 56: 2020 YTexas Summit Update - Andy Roddick & Tiff's TreatsIn this episode CEO Insider host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis discuss some of the latest participants confirmed for the 2020 YTexas Summit, including former tennis star Andy Roddick.2020-08-1608 min
YTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 56: 2020 YTexas Summit Update - Andy Roddick & Tiff's TreatsIn this episode CEO Insider host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis discuss some of the latest participants confirmed for the 2020 YTexas Summit, including former tennis star Andy Roddick. 2020-08-1608 min
YTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 55: YTexas Summit UpdateCEO Insider Podcast host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis discuss the 2020 YTexas Summit hosted on September 24, 2020 and presented on the ON24 Digitial Experience Platform. This virtual event will feature top Texas executives on focus groups discussing the factors affecting everything from the future of sports in Texas to real estate forecasting and smart city initiatives. For more information, please visit www.ytexas.com/summit2020-08-0508 min
Texas CEO InsiderEpisode 55: YTexas Summit Update - DFW Airport, NASACEO Insider Podcast host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis discuss the 2020 YTexas Summit hosted on September 24, 2020 and presented on the ON24 Digitial Experience Platform. This virtual event will feature top Texas executives on focus groups discussing the factors affecting everything from the future of sports in Texas to real estate forecasting and smart city initiatives. For more information, please visit www.ytexas.com/summit2020-08-0508 min
YTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 54: The Show Must Go Online! 2020 YTexas Summit UpdateCEO Insider podcast host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis discuss the upcoming 2020 YTexas Summit which will be hosted on the ON24 Digital Experience platform on September 24, 2020.2020-07-1409 minTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 54: The Show Must Go Online! 2020 YTexas Summit UpdateCEO Insider podcast host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis discuss the upcoming 2020 YTexas Summit which will be hosted on the ON24 Digital Experience platform on September 24, 2020.2020-07-1409 minTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 53: Greg Almond, CEO - Furniture Marketing GroupIn this episode CEO Insider host Sandy McIlree talks with Greg Almond, CEO of Furniture Marketing Group. Greg discusses the impact of COVID-19 on his industry, clientele and within his own company.2020-06-3011 min
YTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 52: Larry North, CEO - Larry North FitnessCEO Insider host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis talk with Larry North, CEO of Larry North Fitness. Well-known fitness guru and radio host, North discusses his relocation from New York to Texas, some of his family history and personal inspiration. He also talks about the state of the fitness industry and current collaborations that exist within the industry.2020-06-2330 minTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 52: Larry North, CEO - Larry North FitnessCEO Insider host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis talk with Larry North, CEO of Larry North Fitness. Well-known fitness guru and radio host, North discusses his relocation from New York to Texas, some of his family history and personal inspiration. He also talks about the state of the fitness industry and current collaborations that exist within the industry.2020-06-2330 min
YTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 51: UNT Dallas students create Corporate Social Responsibility TrackerThrough the YTexas Leadership Academy, UNT Dallas students Katherine Cadena, Juwon Grant and Victoria Summerville discuss the creation of a Texas corporate social responsibility tracker. Visit www.ytexas.com/csr-tracker to learn more.2020-06-0916 minTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 51: UNT Dallas students create Corporate Social Responsibility TrackerThrough the YTexas Leadership Academy, UNT Dallas students Katherine Cadena, Juwon Grant and Victoria Summerville discuss the creation of a Texas corporate social responsibility tracker. Visit www.ytexas.com/csr-tracker to learn more.2020-06-0916 min
YTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 50: Morris Miller, CEO - XenexIn this episode CEO Insider host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis talk with Morris Miller, CEO of Xenex. Miller, a co-founder of Rackspace, became CEO at Xenex in 2012. San Antonio-based Xenex develops robots that utilize ultraviolet light technology to disinfect and destroy coronavirus on surfaces in hospital environments.2020-05-1922 minTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 50: Morris Miller, CEO - XenexIn this episode CEO Insider host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis talk with Morris Miller, CEO of Xenex. Miller, a co-founder of Rackspace, became CEO at Xenex in 2012. San Antonio-based Xenex develops robots that utilize ultraviolet light technology to disinfect and destroy coronavirus on surfaces in hospital environments.2020-05-1922 min
YTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 49: Ollie Chandhok, Market President - Dallas Business JournalIn this episode CEO Insider host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis talk with Ollie Chandhok, Market President and Publisher of the Dallas Business Journal (DBJ). Ollie discusses how the DBJ staff has shifted to remote operations and has worked around the clock for the last six weeks covering the coronavirus pandemic. In addition Ollie discusses some of the positive projects that Texas companies have undertaken during these unprecedented times.2020-05-0124 minTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 49: Ollie Chandhok, Market President - Dallas Business JournalIn this episode CEO Insider host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis talk with Ollie Chandhok, Market President and Publisher of the Dallas Business Journal (DBJ). Ollie discusses how the DBJ staff has shifted to remote operations and has worked around the clock for the last six weeks covering the coronavirus pandemic. In addition Ollie discusses some of the positive projects that Texas companies have undertaken during these unprecedented times.2020-05-0124 minTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 48: Dan Noble, CEO - HKS ArchitectsCEO Insider host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis talk with Dan Noble, CEO of HKS Architects and Jason Schroer, Principal and Director of health for HKS Architects. Dan and Jason discuss HKS efforts to convert hotels, schools and convention centers into temporary hospitals to accommodate the potential patient overflow due to the novel coronavirus.2020-04-2725 min
YTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 48: Dan Noble, CEO - HKS ArchitectsCEO Insider host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis talk with Dan Noble, CEO of HKS Architects and Jason Schroer, Principal and Director of health for HKS Architects. Dan and Jason discuss HKS efforts to convert hotels, schools and convention centers into temporary hospitals to accommodate the potential patient overflow due to the novel coronavirus.2020-04-2725 min
YTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 47: David Brown, CEO - Victory CapitalCEO Insider host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis talk with David Brown, CEO of the Victory Capital. David discusses his take on the 2008 financial crisis versus the current market disruption due to the coronavirus pandemic. In addition, David discusses the acquisition of USAA Asset Management, the mutual fund arm of USAA. As a result of the acquisition, Victory Capital relocated its headquarters from Cleveland, OH to San Antonio.2020-04-1315 minTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 47 : David Brown, CEO - Victory CapitalCEO Insider host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis talk with David Brown, CEO of the Victory Capital. David discusses his take on the 2008 financial crisis versus the current market disruption due to the coronavirus pandemic. In addition, David discusses the acquisition of USAA Asset Management, the mutual fund arm of USAA. As a result of the acquisition, Victory Capital relocated its headquarters from Cleveland, OH to San Antonio.2020-04-1315 min
YTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 46: Richard Tagle, CEO - Andy Roddick FoundationCEO Insider host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis talk with Richard Tagle, CEO of the Andy Roddick Foundation. Based in Austin, the Andy Roddick Foundation (ARF) leads a movement to expand high-quality learning and enrichment for students and families with the greatest need. Richard discusses how Andy Roddick was inpired to make a difference, the evolution of the foundation over its 20 year history, and how the foundation is reacting to challenges caused by the coronavirus pandemic.2020-04-1016 minTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 46: Richard Tagle, CEO - Andy Roddick FoundationCEO Insider host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis talk with Richard Tagle, CEO of the Andy Roddick Foundation. Based in Austin, the Andy Roddick Foundation (ARF) leads a movement to expand high-quality learning and enrichment for students and families with the greatest need. Richard discusses how Andy Roddick was inpired to make a difference, the evolution of the foundation over its 20 year history, and how the foundation is reacting to challenges caused by the coronavirus pandemic.2020-04-1016 min
YTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 45: Paula Gold-Williams, CEO - CPS EnergyCEO Insider host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis talk with Paula Gold Williams, CEO of San Antonio-based CPS Energy. A gas and electric provider for the region, CPS is an essential business during the coronavirus pandemic. Paula discusses the company's approach as it maintains operations during this difficult time.2020-04-0419 minTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 45: Paula Gold-Williams, CEO - CPS EnergyCEO Insider host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis talk with Paula Gold Williams, CEO of San Antonio-based CPS Energy. A gas and electric provider for the region, CPS is an essential business during the coronavirus pandemic. Paula discusses the company's approach as it maintains operations during this difficult time.2020-04-0419 min
YTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 44: Lindsay Wilson, President - CorganCEO Insider host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis talk with Lindsay Wilson, president of architecture and design firm Corgan. Lindsay discusses how the architecture and construction industry is shifting focus in order to keep its collaborative workforce engaged and its projects to move forward.2020-03-3014 minTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 44: Lindsay Wilson, President - CorganCEO Insider host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis talk with Lindsay Wilson, president of architecture and design firm Corgan. Lindsay discusses how the architecture and construction industry is shifting focus in order to keep its collaborative workforce engaged and its projects to move forward.2020-03-3015 min
YTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 43: Robbie Briggs, CEO - Briggs Freeman Sotheby's International RealtyCEO Insider host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis talk with Robbie Briggs, CEO of Briggs Freeman Sotheby's International Realty. Robbie discusses how the real estate industry has had to pivot due to the shelter-in-place order as a result of the coronavirus pandemic.2020-03-2615 minTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 43: Robbie Briggs, CEO - Briggs Freeman Sotheby's International RealtyCEO Insider host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis talk with Robbie Briggs, CEO of Briggs Freeman Sotheby's International Realty. Robbie discusses how the real estate industry has had to pivot due to the shelter-in-place order as a result of the coronavirus pandemic.2020-03-2615 min
YTexas CEO InsiderEpisoder 42: Chris Wallace, CEO - North Texas CommissionCEO Insider host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis talk with Chris Wallace, the CEO of the North Texas Commission, about federal relief plans and regional developments related to the COVID-19 outbreak. 2020-03-2207 minTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 42: Chris Wallace, CEO - North Texas CommissionCEO Insider host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis talk with Chris Wallace, the CEO of the North Texas Commission, about federal relief plans and regional developments related to the COVID-19 outbreak.2020-03-2207 minTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 41: TJ O'Reilly, CEO - Dallas Behavioral Healthcare HospitalIn this episode, CEO Insider host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis talk with TJ O'Reilly, the CEO of Dallas Behavioral Healthcare Hospital. TJ discusses the impact of COVID-19 on hospital operations and the coordination of Texas hospitals in response to the global threat of the virus.2020-03-1811 min
YTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 41: TJ O'Reilly, CEO - Dallas Behavioral Healthcare HospitalIn this episode, CEO Insider host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis talk with TJ O'Reilly, the CEO of Dallas Behavioral Healthcare Hospital. TJ discusses the impact of COVID-19 on hospital operations and the coordination of Texas hospitals in response to the global threat of the virus.2020-03-1811 minTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 40: 5 Business Lessons Learned From The Coronavirus OutbreakCEO Insider host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis discuss the impact of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic on business.2020-03-1806 min
YTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 40: 5 Business Lessons Learned From The Coronavirus OutbreakCEO Insider host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis discuss the impact of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic on business.2020-03-1806 minTexas CEO InsiderEpsiode 39: Brian Mckinney, CEO - Benchmark MortgageCEO Insider host Sandy McIlree talks with Brian Mckinney, the CEO of Benchmark Mortgage. Brian discusses his outlook on corporate relocation, mortgage rates and the Texas housing market.2020-03-1810 minTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 38: Amazon Expansion to PflugervilleCEO Insider host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis discuss the massive new Amazon distribution center coming to Pflugerville, Texas.2020-03-1804 min
YTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 38: Amazon Expansion to PflugervilleCEO Insider host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis discuss the massive new Amazon distribution center coming to Pflugerville, Texas.2020-03-1804 minTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 37: The Sport of RelocationCEO Insider host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis discuss the fact that Texas has become a destination for the sports industry.2020-03-1805 min
YTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 37: The Sport of RelocationCEO Insider host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis discuss the fact that Texas has become a destination for the sports industry.2020-03-1805 minTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 36: Hugh Forrest, Chief Programming Officer - SXSWCEO Insider host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis talk with Hugh Forrest, Chief Programming Officer for South By Southwest (SXSW). The 2020 edition of SXSW is coming March 13-22 and Hugh catches us up on how things are shaping up in Austin for the event.2020-02-2518 min
YTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 36: Hugh Forrest, Chief Programming Officer - SXSWCEO Insider host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis talk with Hugh Forrest, Chief Programming Officer for South By Southwest (SXSW). The 2020 edition of SXSW is coming March 13-22 and Hugh catches us up on how things are shaping up in Austin for the event.2020-02-2518 minTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 35: Amber Gunst, CEO - Austin Technology CouncilCEO Insider host sits down with Amber Gunst, CEO of Austin Technology Council. Amber discusses the history of the Austin Technology Council, tech growth in Austin and SXSW.2020-02-1709 minTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 34: Mark McClain, CEO - Sailpoint TechnologiesIn this episode of the CEO Insider podcast, host Sandy McIlree talks with Mark McClain, CEO and founder of Sailpoint Technologies. Mark talks about the newly-constructed Sailpoint office building, his take on the Austin tech scene and the culture he is working to create and maintain at Sailpoint.2020-02-1710 minTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 33: Andreas Schultz, Regional President - Ottobock North AmericaCEO Insider host Sandy McIlree talks with Andreas Schultz, regional president and CFO of Ottobock North America. Andreas discusses his transition to the U.S. and his experiences with corporate relocation.2020-02-1710 min
YTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 32: Avi Kahn, Member of the Hilti Group Executive BoardCEO Insider host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis talk with Avi Kahn, former CEO of Hilti North America, who has been promoted to the Hilti Group executive board at the company's global headquarters in Liechtenstein.2020-02-1715 minTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 32: Avi Kahn, Member of the Hilti Group Executive BoardCEO Insider host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis talk with Avi Kahn, former CEO of Hilti North America, who has been promoted to the Hilti Group executive board at the company's global headquarters in Liechtenstein.2020-02-1715 minTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 30: Pradeep Saha, CEO - Signature Systems GroupCEO Insider host Sandy McIlree talks with Pradeep Saha, CEO of Signature Systems Group. Signature Systems, a manufacturer and distributor of composite ground protection solutions, recently relocated its HQ from New York to Flower Mound, Texas. Pradeep discusses the relocation of the Signature Systems to Texas, how important being eco-friendly is outside of the U.S. and how the company has adapted its method of recruiting top talent.2019-10-0818 minTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 29: Steven Raucher, CEO - RapidDeployCEO Insider host Sandy McIlree talks with Steven Raucher, CEO of RapidDeploy. RapidDeploy chose Austin as its new HQ and Steven will discuss how his was formed to address a problem they were experiencing personally. Steve also talks about the deficit in technology afforded to public safety.2019-08-1521 minTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 28: Joel Trammell, CEO - KhorusCEO Insider host Sandy McIlree talks with Joel Trammell. Joel is the former CEO of Blackbox Network Services, an author, and the founder of Khorus Software. Sandy and Joel discuss entrepreneurship, start-up capital in Texas, and Joel's latest acquisition.2019-07-2415 minTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 27: Kent Newsome, Shareholder - Greenberg TraurigIn this episode Sandy McIlree speaks with Kent Newsome, co-managing shareholder at Greenberg Traurig's Texas real estate law practice. Kent will share insight on corporate relocation to Texas and things to keep in mind when considering commercial office space.2019-07-1126 minTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 26: Wade Allen, CEO - CendeaIn this episode host Sandy McIlree interviews Wade Allen, CEO of executive placement firm Cendea. Wade discusses the early days of Dell Computer and his experience working side-by-side with Michael Dell. Wade also discusses Austin's need for more Thunder Lizards and whether or not Texas can sustain its population growth.2019-07-0930 minTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 25: Kristian Hulgard, GM - OnRobotCEO Insider host Sandy McIlree talks with GM of newly relocated OnRobot, Kristian Hulgard. Kristian discusses the myth that robots are replacing human jobs as well as the possibility of OnRobot expanding in Texas beyond their Las Colinas HQ.2019-07-0920 minTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 24: Jim Perschbach, CEO - Port San AntonioIn this episode CEO Insider host Sandy McIlree talks with Jim Perschbach, CEO of Port San Antonio. Port San Antonio is a 10 million square foot facility in San Antonio that is home to Boeing's largest services and sustainment center, cybersecurity and robotics startups, San Antonio Museum of Science and Technology and Project Tech.2019-05-0121 minTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 23: Hugh Forrest, Chief Programming Office - SXSW InteractiveCEO Insider host Sandy McIlree talks with Hugh Forrest, Chief Programming Officer of SXSW Interactive. Hugh discusses the growth of SXSW, how Austin is a perfect fit for SXSW and how SXSW has become a hotspot for politicians.2019-04-1528 minTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 22: Alyce Alston, CEO - The Dallas Entrepreneur CenterCEO Insider host Sandy McIlree talks with Alyce Alston, CEO of the Dallas Entrepreneur Center (The DEC). Alyce has consistently led small-to-medium businesses, and divisions of large corporations to record profits. Alyce is also an innovator having launched products and businesses since 2000.2019-03-2826 minTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 21: Nancy RIchardson, CEO - SAS ShoesIn this episode Sandy McIlree talks with Nancy Richardson, CEO of SAS Shoes. Nancy shares the story of how SAS Shoes started over 40 years ago, her thoughts on brick and mortar retail as well as the company's strategy for online retail.2019-03-2815 minTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 20: Amber Allen, CEO - Double ASandy McIlree talks with Amber Allen, the founder, CEO and chief strategist at Double A Labs. Double A is global marketing agency hyper-focused on innovation in three verticals: gaming, technology and entertainment. Amber and her team at Double A have masterminded more than 1000 immersive experiences, connected hundreds of companies and produced some of the world's most popular activations at the Super Bowl, South by Southwest and San Diego Comic Con.2019-03-2818 minTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 19: Amy Madison, Executive Director - Pflugerville Community Development CorporationIn this episode CEO Insider host Sandy McIlree talks with Amy Madison, executive director of the Pflugerville Community Development Corporation. Amy tells us how Pflugerville has become the third fastest growing community in the country and is a hotbed for 3D printing.2019-03-2820 minTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 18: Caroline Valentine, President - ValentineHRCEO Insider host Sandy McIlree talks with Caroline Valentine, president of Austin-based ValentineHR. Founded in 2004, ValentineHR serves over 300 businesses throughout the United States, Canada, Great Britain and Australia.2019-03-0811 minTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 17: Bob Harvey, President & CEO - Greater Houston PartnershipIn this episode Sandy talks with Greater Houston Partnership president and CEO, Bob Harvey. Discussion is focused on the rapid growth of Houston and the Partnership's focus on attracting workforce talent.2019-02-0812 minTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 16: Bill Sandbrook, CEO - U.S. ConcreteIn this episode host Sandy McIlree talks with Bill Sandbrook, CEO of U.S. Concrete. Bill discusses the challenges involved in building the one million square foot Toyota headquarters in Plano and how autonomous cars could be a major disruptor for the good in the concrete business.2019-01-1524 minTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 15: Dr. Ray Perryman, CEO - The Perryman GroupOn today's episode, host Sandy McIlree talks with Dr. Ray Perryman, CEO of Waco-based, economic research firm The Perryman Group. Dr. Perryman has helped recruit corporations to Texas, resolved billion dollar legal issues and revamped public policy through economic impact studies. Texas Monthly magazine proclaimed Dr. Perryman as the most quoted man in Texas.2019-01-1413 minTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 14: Bob Mong, President - UNT DallasIn this episode host Sandy McIlree talks with UNT Dallas President Bob Mong. Prior to UNT Dallas, Bob was the Editor-In-Chief of the Dallas Morning News. While at Dallas Morning News, he helped the paper win 9 Pulitzer Prizes. Bob discusses the future of journalism and the mission of UNT Dallas.2019-01-1428 minTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 13: Avi Kahn, CEO - Hilti North AmericaIn this episode host Sandy McIlree talks with Hilti North America CEO Avi Kahn. A Liechtenstein-based tool maker, Hilti North America relocated from Tulsa in 2015 and has become the model relocation to Texas.2019-01-1418 minTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 12: Tom Markusic, CEO - Firefly AerospaceCEO Insider host Sandy McIlree talks with Dr. Tom Markusic, CEO of Firefly Aerospace. Tom discusses Firefly Academy, Firefly at the University of Texas-Austin and Firefly's recent contract with NASA and how Firefly plans to bring space to everyone.2019-01-0720 minTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 11: Rob Palleschi, CEO - G6 HospitalityHost Sandy McIlree talks with G6 Hospitality CEO Rob Palleschi. G6 Hospitality owns, operates and franchises over 1400 economy lodging locations under the iconic Motel 6 brand and the Studio 6 Extended Stay brand. Currently G6 has over 10,000 team members across the country. Rob will also discuss his brief tenure as the CEO of TGI Fridays and give us the inside track on what happened there.2018-12-2127 minTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 10: Greg Almond, CEO - Furniture Marketing GroupHost Sandy McIlree interviews Furniture Marketing Group CEO Greg Almond. Greg discusses how important the look and feel of your office is in regard to employee retention. He also shares his thoughts on the future of Texas economy.2018-12-2022 minTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 9: Jeff Cheney, Mayor of Frisco, TexasHost Sandy McIlree talks with Jeff Cheney, Mayor of Frisco, Texas, the fastest growing city in America. Mayor Cheney lets us in on the latest relocation announcement - PGA of America moving its HQ from Florida to Frisco and what that means for the DFW area.2018-12-1219 minTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 8: Ralph Hawkins, Former CEO - HKS Architects2018-12-1124 minTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 7: Eddie Reeves, CEO - Reeves Strategy Group2018-12-0625 minTexas CEO InsiderEpisode 6: Dale Petroskey, CEO - Dallas Regional ChamberAn entertaining discussion with Dallas Regional Chamber CEO Dale Petroskey on the eve of the George H.W. Bush funeral. Comments and stories on the legendary Yoga Berra, Amazon HQ2, Hilti, Toyota, Jacobs and more.2018-12-0521 min