Seguin Economic Development Corporation

Welcome to the Seguin Economic Development Corporation (SEDC), the driving force behind economic growth and prosperity in Seguin, Texas. As a Type A Economic Development Corporation, our mission is to promote and enhance the economic vitality in Seguin, Texas. Our primary goal is to attract and retain businesses, facilitate job creation, and stimulate overall economic prosperity in the community. 

At SEDC, we are dedicated to attracting new businesses, supporting existing enterprises, and fostering a business-friendly environment that stimulates job creation and improves the quality of life for our residents. We work tirelessly to position Seguin as a prime destination for businesses seeking a thriving and supportive community.

Through strategic partnerships with the City of Seguin, local educational institutions, chambers of commerce, and regional economic development entities, we leverage collaborative efforts to maximize the impact of our initiatives. Together, we aim to create a dynamic ecosystem that nurtures business growth, innovation, and entrepreneurship.

SEDC offers a range of services to facilitate economic development in Seguin. We provide site selection assistance, connecting businesses with prime locations that suit their needs. We also offer valuable business incentives, grants, and workforce training programs to support the expansion and retention of existing businesses. Our dedicated team is ready to assist and guide businesses at every stage, from inception to expansion and beyond.

In alignment with Seguin's unique strengths and goals, we focus on attracting and developing businesses in key industries such as manufacturing, advanced technology, aerospace, logistics, healthcare, and renewable energy. By capitalizing on our strategic advantages, we aim to create a diverse and sustainable economy that benefits both businesses and residents.

Transparency and community engagement are paramount to us. We actively seek input from residents, business leaders, and stakeholders to ensure that our efforts align with the needs and aspirations of Seguin's vibrant community. Together, we can shape a prosperous future for Seguin, where businesses thrive, jobs flourish, and residents enjoy an exceptional quality of life.

Thank you for your interest in the Seguin Economic Development Corporation. We invite you to explore our resources, connect with our team, and discover the countless opportunities that Seguin offers for businesses, investors, and entrepreneurs.

Mission: To strengthen and grow the City of Seguin’s economic base and increase the standard of living for all its citizens by providing development support and resources for business attraction, retention and expansion with the ultimate goal of creating primary jobs and capital investments. This mission includes the promotion of workforce enhancement and other business development initiatives that provide economic diversification and stabilization.

About Seguin, Texas

Located on Interstate 10, just 35 minutes east of Downtown San Antonio and 1 hour south of Downtown Austin, the City of Seguin, Texas is one of the fastest growing communities in the United States, with a population of more than 36,000 residents. Since 2020, Seguin has seen a 28.4% increase in our population. That growth shows no signs of slowing down. There are more than 25 new residential subdivisions under construction within the City Limits, and over the past 4-years, the City of Seguin has issued more than 4,000 residential building permits. Given the current pace of residential growth that the city is currently experiencing, City Officials anticipate that Seguin’s population will exceed 50,000 by 2030. 

Seguin’s location along Interstate 10 provides businesses and residents with fast and easy connectivity to major thoroughfares and key logistical infrastructure. The Interstate 35 corridor is just north of Seguin and can be accessed via State Highway 46, 123, or 130. There are two major international airports within an hour drive of Seguin; San Antonio International Airport (40 minutes) and Austin Bergstrom International Airport (55 minutes). Two and a half hours east of Seguin, via Interstate 10, businesses can access the Port of Houston, the second busiest port in the U.S. in terms of overall tonnage, and the sixteenth busiest in the world. Seguin’s strategic location provides businesses with great access to get materials in and finished products out to their customers around the world.

Manufacturing is the heart of the Seguin economy. Brand name corporations such as Caterpillar, Vitesco Technologies, Tyson Foods, Niagara Bottling, Hexcel, and CMC Steel all have major manufacturing operations within our city. The Seguin area has over 4,000 manufacturing jobs just within our city limits; this is more than three times the national average. The City of Seguin and the surrounding area continue to see new jobs being created in our region. Over the 5-years, several major economic development projects are either under construction or have commenced manufacturing operations – Premium Waters, Maruichi Stainless Tube Corporation, Teijin Automotive Technologies, and United Alloy. Combined, these projects will help create over 700 new manufacturing jobs within the Seguin region. In addition, the City of Seguin and the State of Texas offer a competitive tax climate and powerful incentives to allow businesses to invest in the things that matter – growing their workforce, improving facilities, and boosting their bottom line.