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Gone to Texas

Gone to Texas

Welcome to "Gone to Texas," the official podcast of the Texas Economic Development Connection. On every episode, we share the stories of business owners and CEOs who have relocated or expanded their business into Texas. Our goal is to use these stories as a guide to helps others who are ready to hang a sign on the door that says, Gone to Texas.

Recent Episodes

Jan. 15, 2024

Episode 26 - Ed Dominion, D6 Inc, Sulphur Springs, TX

On this episode of Gone to Texas, Super Dave Quinn, CEcD, welcomes Ed Dominion, President of D6 Inc. Ed shares his experience first expanding to Sulphur Springs from Portland, OR, and eventually making it their headquarters.
Dec. 15, 2023

Episode 25 - David Gillrie, Hoover Treated Wood Products, Fairfield, TX

In this episode of Gone to Texas, Dave Quinn sits down with David Gillrie, President and CEO of Hoover Treated Wood Products, to discuss their expansion into Fairfield, Texas. David discusses why they chose Fairfield and why…
Nov. 1, 2023

Episode 24 - Roger Treacher, Marching USA, Gainesville, TX

Welcome to another episode of Gone to Texas. In today's episode, Dave sits down with Roger Treacher, the owner of Marching USA. Marching USA specializes in designing and manufacturing top-notch instruments and frames for the…
Oct. 15, 2023

Episode 23 - Courtney Radloff, Purveyors of Fragrance, Richardson, TX

Welcome to another exciting episode of Gone to Texas, where we welcome Courtney Radloff, Founder of Purveyors of Fragrance. Courtney shares her entrepreneurial journey and the challenges she has faced along the way. From bui…
Aug. 15, 2023

Episode 22: From Dreams to Reality: Chatting with Accasia Martinez, the visionary behind Fairview's premier event venue

Welcome to another episode of Gone To Texas, where Dave Quinn welcomes Accasisa Martinez of Accasia’s Event Venue in Fairview, TX. Accasisa talks about what it's like running an event business and how a post-COVID world and …
May 17, 2023

Episode 21, Willy Dyck, CEO Besser Pro, Paris, TX

On this episode of Gone to Texas, Dave travels to Paris, TX and talks to Besser Pro CEO, Willy Dyck. Besser is a manufacturer of axels for utility, dump, flatbed, car haulers, and live stock trailers. Willy talks about why…

Recent Blog Posts

Denison, Texas: A Beacon for Business Expansion and Innovation in North Texas

Nestled in the dynamic landscape of Texas, Denison is rapidly emerging as a pivotal hub for business growth, innovation, and lifestyle. With the announcement of large-scale chip manufacturing projects in nearby Sherman, Texas, the Sherman–Deni…

Texas Economic Development Connection Leads Successful Japan-Taiwan Trade Mission

The Texas Economic Development Connection (#TexasEDConnection) proudly announces the completion of a groundbreaking Japan-Taiwan Economic Development Trade Mission, showcasing the strength and versatility of Texas as a global business destination. T…

Local Bounti Nearing Completion in Mount Pleasant, TX

  Local Bounti Facility Nearing Completion in Mount Pleasant Get ready, Texas!  "Following the groundbreaking, the Company will begin construction of a six-acre facility, which will leverage Local Bounti’s proprietary Stack &…

About the Host

"Super" Dave Quinn, CEcD

Managing Partner and Founder

"Super" Dave Quinn, CEcD, as he is known around the country, is a seasoned Certified Economic Development Professional, delivering a range of consulting, training, and coaching services for Economic Development Agencies and their executives.

He is a professional speaker, podcast host, and economic development coach, inspiring others to take ownership of their lives and positively impact the world by sharing their God-given talents and abilities. He travels the country encouraging audiences to pursue their purpose and live their personal best. He coaches

Dave is the founder of Day One Experts, a collection of the country's best-known Public-Private interaction specialists. Day One Experts offers fractional and interim economic and community development services for communities around the country. Dave is currently serving as Interim Economic Manager for the Town of Fairview.

Dave also founded the Texas Economic Development Connection in 2020 to help reduce the cost and stress business owners face when relocating or expanding into Texas. By connecting business owners with professional economic developers from across the state, the TexasEDConnecton gives business owners access to the resources needed to help minimize the impact on their bottom line when expanding or relocating their business.

Before leaping into entrepreneurship, Dave served as Vice President of Frisco Economic Development Corp. in Frisco, TX. He helped lead a team of highly skilled economic developers in one of the nation's fastest-growing cities. D… Read More