In this episode of Gone to Texas, Dave is joined by Joey Evans, the Director of Business Support and Development at TNW Corporation. Joey shares his extensive experience in the rail industry, having worked his way up from being a conductor on the East Coast to his current role in Texas. They discuss the significant role of short-line railroads in the logistics industry, particularly in facilitating the quick relocation and expansion of small to medium-sized businesses.
Joey highlights the key advantages of short-line railroads, such as personalized, agile service and leveraging advanced technologies for more efficient operations. They also discuss the importance of partnerships with local economic development corporations to support business owners looking to expand or relocate to Texas.
They talk about real-world examples of TNW Corporation’s collaborations with economic developers, particularly in Gonzales, Texas. Joey explains how these partnerships help streamline processes and offer critical local insights that help businesses grow effectively.
YouTube Chapter Summary:
00:00 Start
03:28 Technology has impacted real estate business logistics
08:57 Personalized service for business owners and partners
12:23 Strong partnership between us and economic developers
15:06 Gonzales, Texas: History, location, and opportunities
17:59 Professional support for community business development emphasized
21:35 Considerations for choosing short line rail service
