The Top 10 Reasons To Do Business in the Research Valley
Published Jan 24, 2008
The Star of the Republic Museum in Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historical Park honors the men and women who risked their lives in founding an independent Texas.
Located within this seven-county region are prestigious Texas A&M University, the George Bush Presidential Library and Museum, sites that chronicle Texas history, performing and visual-arts venues, high-tech enterprises, vibrant industries, and the pastoral beauty of lakes, parks, rangelands and agricultural fields.
Whether it’s finding a great quality of life for your family, an excellent college education for your children or the latest and best manufacturing process for your business, Research Valley should be your destination of choice.
1. Intellectual Capital
A diverse, highly educated workforce supports Research Valley’s expanding business base.
The region is the home of Texas A&M University and Blinn College. With more than 55,000 undergraduate and graduate candidates, businesses are never at a loss for quality employees and trainees.
2. Excellent Education
School districts in the region have earned a reputation for academic excellence. Students and staff in the area’s primary and secondary schools are diverse, with more than 36 languages represented.
3. Prime Location
Centrally located within a triangle formed by Houston, Dallas/Fort Worth and Austin/San Antonio, the region offers easy access to big-city amenities and more than 13 million people (62 percent of Texas’ population).
4. Entrepreneurial Spirit
The region is a “knowledge commercialization zone” where university, industry and government partners join forces. New ideas for the marketplace are fostered by The Research Valley Angel Network, which provides capital, strategic advice and mentoring to early-stage companies.
5. Robust Cultural Life
The high educational attainment of the residents is apparent not only in their work but also in their involvement in cultural and entertainment activities. World-class performing arts, museums, libraries and more are available here.
6. Affordability
Research Valley consistently ranks among the lowest areas in cost of living – meaning lower taxes, less expensive housing, and more disposable income for individuals and families.
7. Healthy Living
Taking advantage of temperatures that average 68 degrees annually, residents enjoy the region’s more than 400 miles of cycling routes and trails over gently rolling terrain. An abundance of championship courses challenge golfers year-round.
8. Quality of Life
City or country, modern or quaint, a vast choice of lifestyles and housing is available in The Research Valley. The region has been designated a “Five-Star Quality-of-Life Metro,” where people can enjoy a career and raise a family at the same time.
9. Favorable Tax Structure
The area’s tax structure makes it a low-cost center for doing business. Major draws for the region include no personal state income tax or state property tax, and “freeport” exemptions.
10. Business Incentives
Research Valley knows how to welcome businesses with incentives, including property tax abatements, tax increment reinvestment zones, performance-based grants and customized job-training programs.
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