Thank you for being a part of the Celina Local Business Alliance. As advocates for the Celina Local Business Community, we prioritize your voice. That's why we believe our members should have the opportunity to weigh in on the latest matter affecting our local businesses:

THE FORTHCOMING APPOINTMENTS TO THE EDC BOARD, AS THERE WILL BE 4 SEATS CONFIRMED AT THE UPCOMING CITY COUNCIL MEETING ON SEPTEMBER 12TH.

THE CANDIDATES ARE:

Matt Featherstone - OEM Sales, Leviton (Expected to be confirmed Sept. 12th)

Bill Webber - Broker, Epic Insurance Group (Expected to be confirmed Sept. 12th)

Ryan Wilcox - Managing Partner Local Sprits & Browning Safes 

Juan Martinez - Technology Operations Manager, Ceva Logistics  (Expected to be confirmed Sept. 12th)

Sandra Martinez - VH, HR Strategy and Talent, EverView (Expected to be confirmed Sept. 12th)

David Bryant - Owner 1418 Coffee & Celina Coffee Roasters 

Luke Thigpen - Pastor & Co-Owner of Nutrition Connection 

Kaitlyn Mathews - Feedback & Development Lead, Affirm 

why SHOULD I CARE?

  • Celina’s (EDC) is a vital entity that plays a pivotal role in fostering economic growth in the city and even in our North Texas Region. By formulating strategic plans, attracting investments, promoting local businesses, and facilitating infrastructure development, Celina EDC aims to enhance job opportunities, increase revenue streams, and offer support services to local businesses like yours, ensuring their continued success and contribution to the local economy in order ultimately improve residents' overall quality of life.

  • Celina EDC works towards creating a thriving and sustainable economic environment through collaboration with government agencies, private enterprises, and community stakeholders.

    Celina’s EDC currently has positions for FIVE MEMBERS with staggered 2-year terms.

    On SEPTEMBER 12TH they are appointing FOUR OF THE FIVE POSITIONS.

    As business owners and citizens, it is vital that these new members understand our local business environment and will make a positive impact on our local business community.

  • Lend us your voice: On August 19th, the City Council scheduled interviews with 8 pre-screened candidates for (4) board seats based on their answers to these questions:

    • Statement of Interest (Why I wish to serve on the Board/Commission)

    • Please indicate any business or personal experience applicable to the board/commission you are applying for.

    Nevertheless, only six candidates were able to attend. We have provided their responses to the aforementioned questions, recorded their interviews, and transcribed them. We kindly request your assessment of each candidate's qualifications for the EDC board.

  • Your responses will be compiled along with those from our Celina Local Business Alliance to provide input to the selection committee for their consideration. If you prefer, there is an option to provide feedback anonymously to ensure your comfort. Our goal is not to single out any specific business but to create a comprehensive understanding of our community's perspective on each candidate in relation to local businesses. The more feedback we receive, the more insightful our results will be.