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Explore the Region

The 12-county Greater Houston area is one of the largest and most diverse business regions in the nation, with numerous subregions offering unique assets and advantages.

Regional Overview

A Connected, Competitive Region

The 12-county Greater Houston area is one of the largest and most diverse business regions in the nation. In our role as the Houston Economic Development Council, the Partnership is proud to represent all twelve counties that comprise the Houston region. Houston’s strategic, central location coupled with the infrastructure of four of the country’s largest ports, two international airports, and major highway and rail service make this a dynamic hub for a large cross-section of industries.

The various counties also bring their own characteristics and incentives that attract sectors from advanced manufacturing to biotech. Explore what makes each area of our region unique.

Explore the 12-County Region

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Austin County
Brazoria County
Fort Bend County
Galveston County
Harris County
Liberty County
Montgomery County
San Jacinto County
Walker County
Waller County
Wharton County

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Taxes & Incentives

Texas is the best state for business, and our communities reflect that with a friendly economic climate and incentives. Learn more about what benefits could be in store to suit you.

Talent & Workforce

Greater Houston is home to a young, diverse and fast-growing workforce. Find out what assets and programs the region can offer to supplement your needs.

Quality of Life

The Houston region offers a variety of options for the life you want – explore the numerous environments to enjoy nature, nightlife and neighborhoods!

LATEST ANNOUNCEMENTS

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    Business Announcements | February 6, 2025

    Radix and Celanese Partnership Leverages AI to Harness the Power of Industrial Data

    [PRESS RELEASE Provided by Radix] HOUSTON, Jan. 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Radix, a global technology solutions company at the forefront of industrial digital transformation, and Celanese, a global chemical and specialty material company, are proud to collaborate with Cognite, the global leader in data and AI for industry, on the development of JO.AI, a groundbreaking generative AI-powered solution designed to revolutionize operations in asset-intensive industries.

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    Business Announcements | February 6, 2025

    United Imaging Announces Major Expansion of U.S. Manufacturing Space

    [PRESS RELEASE Provided by United Imaging] January 9, 2025 -- United Imaging, a global leader in advanced medical imaging and radiotherapy equipment, has signed on for additional production and office space in greater Houston. The new space in Pearland, Texas will more than triple the total size of the company's current manufacturing square footage that's now at their North American headquarters on Kirby Drive. It was only just over four years ago that the company opened that current production facility.

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    Event | August 20, 2025

    UpSkill Works: Advancing Skills-First Hiring

    Join the Greater Houston Partnership for the next installment of the UpSkill Works Series, featuring a timely conversation on skills-first hiring, an approach that prioritizes candidates’ capabilities over traditional degree requirements. Employers and talent leaders will share strategies to implement skills-based practices that expand access to opportunity, strengthen talent pipelines, and support business growth.

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Craig Rhodes

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Economic Development

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