BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
Your one-stop shop for getting here and growing here
Dumas EDC is the single point of contact for everything a relocating or expanding business needs. You won't have to chase down multiple agencies — we coordinate on your behalf so you can focus on your business, not the paperwork.
FOR SITE SELECTORS & RELOCATING BUSINESSES
Relocation support
DATA
Customized Demographic Reports
Workforce availability, wage rates, major employers, and occupations — tailored to your specific project and area of interest.
SITES
Site Tours & Real Estate Coordination
We coordinate with local realtors and property owners for an up-to-date database of available industrial and commercial properties, and arrange VIP site visits.
WORKFORCE
Workforce Training Coordination
We coordinate with Amarillo College's Career Skills & Technical Training Center, AC-MCC Customized Training, and the Texas Skills Development Grant program — and make hiring referrals through a coalition of placement agencies.
PERMITTING
Permitting & Regulatory Assistance
We work with local jurisdictions, state agencies, and federal entities to coordinate permits and ensure a smooth, consistent process for your project.
FINANCING
Financing & Loan Referrals
Referrals to agencies for loan guarantees, direct financing, local development funds, grants, micro-loan programs, and SBA loan packages.
UTILITIES
Utility Rate Analysis
We work with utility providers to coordinate rate analysis for water, sewer, gas, and electric based on your usage and projected growth.
We DO FLAVOR in Dumas!
FOR LOCAL & EXPANDING BUSINESSES
Business Growth & Development program
COACHING
One-on-One Business Coaching
Spencer McElhannon visits Dumas regularly and is available nearly 24/7 to BG&D clients — covering business planning, market analysis, strategic direction, and day-to-day problem solving.
FUNDING
BG&D Grants & Scholarships
Matching grants and scholarships for enrolled businesses — equipment purchases, marketing programs, trade show attendance, and more. Based on potential revenue impact.
MARKETING
Cooperative Marketing Support
Assistance developing and executing marketing programs — including co-op advertising opportunities, leads referrals, and business-to-business connections within the community.
START-UPS
Dumas Incubator
Reduced-rent incubator space at the Success Center for new businesses getting off the ground. Dumas EDC has covered first-year lease costs for qualifying businesses to reduce the risk of early-stage relocation.
We DO FUN in Dumas!
Let's get started
One call or email is all it takes. Dumas EDC handles the rest.