About Us

REDP is a joint initiative established by the City of Richardson and the Richardson Chamber of Commerce in 1984.  REDP is dedicated to building a vibrant and thriving local economy, by attracting new investment and jobs, through marketing and recruitment efforts and by working with existing employers.


Expansion/Relocation Assistance:

 
There is no charge for REDP services and all information remains confidential between a client and REDP. 

REDP Services:
  • Broker and real estate referrals
    • All REDP referrals will be made to members of the Richardson Chamber of Commerce whose services match the company’s needs
    • REDP also provides introductions and referrals to landlords, architects, engineers, general contractors and other real estate-related services
  • Incentives information
    • REDP is the primary contact for companies considering a Richardson relocation or expansion
    • Upon request, REDP can provide an overview of incentive programs available locally and from the State of Texas.
    • Since all incentive requests are handled on a case-by-case basis, an REDP representative is available to discuss the possibilities and types of incentives that match a particular project
    • A request for incentives may be made by requesting and completing an REDP Incentives Application. Contact John Jacobs for more information.
  • Detailed site selection information and analysis
    • After determining the company’s real estate needs, the REDP can provide a list of all available properties which match the company’s criteria
    • REDP can provide analysis that compares candidate properties on the basis of cost, condition, visibility, access and potential for expansion
  • Workforce and wage information
    • Data on the availability, cost and quality of labor
    • Contact with HR executives for major Richardson companies
    • Referrals to Richardson Chamber members that provide employment services
    • Coordinate workforce assessment interviews with major local employers
  • Relocation assistance
    • Information on local schools, utilities, retail and restaurants, etc.
    • Community tours for relocating employees 
    • Assist spouses of new and existing in identifying local employment opportunities
  • Business introductions
    • Introductions to financing, accounting and professional service firm members of the Richardson Chamber
    • Introductions to local companies and individuals that are prospective customers, suppliers and/or strategic partners.
  • Community orientation and city tours for expanding/relocating companies 
    • Briefings on all aspects of the community
    • Community tours, focusing on centers of business, residential neighborhoods,
      and quality of life assets
  • Interface with city officials and city staff
    • Contact information for appropriate city officials and staff
    • Feedback to the city on infrastructure and service improvements that enhance the business environment

Awards and Recognition
  • 2011 TEDC Workforce Excellence Award
  • 2009 TEDC Economic Excellence Award
  • 2008 TEDC Community Economic Development Award
  • 2007 TEDC Community Economic Development Award
  • 2007 TEDC Economic Excellence Award
  • 2005 TEDC Community Economic Development Award


  • 2009 "Richardson Retail Redevelopment Program"
    Honorable Mention in Real Estate Development & Reuse category

 

  • 2008 "STARTech: High-Tech Business Incubator/Accelerator" Honorable Mention in Entrepreneurship category

 

  • 2006 "The Telecom Corridor creating a Tech-Based-Economy" Best Technology-Based Economic Development Award

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