Richardson Economic Development Department

Richardson Economic Development Department REDD is dedicated to building a vibrant & thriving local economy by attracting new investment & jobs.

The Richardson Economic Development Department (REDD) is responsible for improving the economic wellbeing of Richardson through programs and initiatives that lead to job creation, job retention, tax-base enhancements and enhanced quality of life. The REDD seeks to build a diverse and resilient economy in Richardson in through business attraction, business retention and expansion, real estate redev

elopment, workforce development, innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem building and placemaking initiatives. Sustained economic growth provides quality job opportunities for the local labor force, profitable business opportunity for employers, and tax revenue for maintaining the continued growth of our vibrant community.

06/18/2026

🍻HAPPENING TONIGHT: PM Pints featuring Amanda Rockow of UT Dallas and Andrea Coker of the North Texas Commission!

What do recent state legislative changes mean for the future? Tonight’s conversation will explore how current and emerging policy discussions are influencing universities, workforce development, research priorities, and the broader innovation ecosystem. We’ll also touch on how rapid changes in technology are shaping legislative conversation and what that could mean for the future of education, business, and regional competitiveness.

To attend this free event, register by 5 p.m. at bit.ly/4u9cTJc

Thursday, June 18 | 5-7 p.m. | The IQ®HQ, 1302 E. Collins Blvd.

The City of Richardson is pleased to announce that Celestica, a global leader in data center infrastructure and advanced...
06/17/2026

The City of Richardson is pleased to announce that Celestica, a global leader in data center infrastructure and advanced technology solutions, will expand its operations at 2801 Telecom Parkway, reinforcing the city’s position as a hub for advanced manufacturing and technology-based employment.

The project will represent an estimated $300 million investment by the company and includes the renewal of their lease of two existing buildings and a new lease for a 343,000-square foot building currently under construction. Once completed, Celestica will occupy approximately 1 million square feet through 2036. The expanded campus on Telecom Parkway will support advanced manufacturing operations and reinforce the company’s long-term commitment to Richardson’s business community.

Celestica relocated to Richardson in 2022 and has experienced rapid growth since then. The expansion is expected to retain nearly 400 existing jobs and create nearly 2,300 new high-tech positions over the next two years.

Read the full press release at RichardsonEconomicDevelopment.com/News

06/15/2026

We invite you to join us at our next PM Pints, coming up on June 18!🍻

Join us at The IQ®HQ on June 18 for a fireside chat with Amanda Rockow of UT Dallas and Andrea Coker of the North Texas Commission. The discussion will focus on how state legislative policy and funding are shaping higher education, technology and economic growth across Texas, and how those decisions are affecting Texans today as planning begins for the 2027 Texas legislative session.

PM Pints is a free event at The IQ®HQ that offers networking opportunities for local business leaders and other professionals who call Richardson or The IQ® home.

Register today at: bit.ly/4u9cTJc

Thursday, June 18 | 5-7 p.m. | The IQ®HQ, 1302 E. Collins Blvd.

06/11/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us at The IQ®HQ for The IQ® Brew this morning!☕🧠

If you couldn’t make it, watch our recap video, where Jane Wigginton shares the medical breakthrough born at The University of Texas at Dallas, its future applications, and the impact it is already making for patients today. The small chip featured throughout the video is an implant used for closed-loop vagus nerve stimulation (CLV), which can help patients recovering from stroke, spinal cord injury, and PTSD rebuild everyday functions. Discoveries like these highlight Richardson as an environment where target industries like Health, Medical, and Life Sciences can grow.

We have more sessions of The IQ® Brew and PM Pints coming up soon! Check out our calendar and register at RichardsonIQ.com.

06/10/2026

⌛Today is the last day to register for The IQ® Brew with Dr. Jane Wigginton!

What if the key to recovery after stroke, spinal cord injury, and PTSD is already built into the body? Join Dr. Jane Wigginton, Chief Medical Officer of UT Dallas’ Texas Biomedical Device Center, as she shares how researchers are pioneering a breakthrough approach which uses the body’s own neural systems to strengthen the brain’s ability to rewire and heal. This is innovation happening right here in Richardson and making an impact far beyond North Texas.

This free event also includes a kickstart to your day with laid-back networking, coffee, and snacks☕

Save your spot now at: bit.ly/492CxHU

Thursday, June 11 | 8:30 – 10 a.m. | The IQ®HQ, 1302 E Collins Blvd

Richardson was proud to welcome a delegation of Korean CEOs and business leaders during their Texas Market Entry Mission...
06/08/2026

Richardson was proud to welcome a delegation of Korean CEOs and business leaders during their Texas Market Entry Mission visit.

The group met with local leaders to learn more about Richardson’s thriving business environment, innovation ecosystem, strategic transportation infrastructure, and opportunities for international collaboration and investment.

Collaborations like these also align with Richardson’s goals as the International Business Capital of North Texas by continuing to create, maintain, and grow its global business ecosystem through partnerships and initiatives.

Creating Innovative Connections!Last night, City leaders gathered with founders and representatives from Startup Runway ...
06/04/2026

Creating Innovative Connections!

Last night, City leaders gathered with founders and representatives from Startup Runway and their portfolio companies for an evening of networking, collaboration, and conversation.

As Richardson continues to strengthen its position as the International Business Capital of North Texas, events like this help foster the relationships that drive innovation, investment, and long-term economic growth. The City’s partnership with Startup Runway continues to create new pathways for international companies to establish roots, create jobs, and grow within our community.

06/04/2026

We are officially one week away from The IQ® Brew with Dr. Jane Wigginton!

Dr. Wigginton from the Texas Biomedical Device Center at UTD will share the key to helping the brain heal… and it’s not what you think! Learn how researchers are leveraging the body’s own neural systems to support recovery after stroke, spinal cord injury, and PTSD, and how this breakthrough can make impacts here in Richardson and beyond.

This free event also includes a kickstart to your day with laid-back networking, coffee, and snacks☕

Register now to save your spot at: bit.ly/492CxHU
Thursday, June 11 | 8:30 – 10 a.m. | The IQ®HQ, 1302 E Collins Blvd

We invite you to join us at our next PM Pints, coming up on June 18!🍻Join us for a fireside chat with Amanda Rockow of U...
06/02/2026

We invite you to join us at our next PM Pints, coming up on June 18!🍻

Join us for a fireside chat with Amanda Rockow of UTD and Andrea Coker of the North Texas Commission. They will discuss how state legislative policy and funding are shaping higher education, technology and economic growth across Texas, and how those decisions are affecting Texans in real time as planning begins for the 2027 Texas legislative session.

PM Pints is a free event at The IQ®HQ that offers networking opportunities for local business leaders and other professionals who call Richardson or The IQ® home.

Registration is now open on Eventbrite: bit.ly/4u9cTJc

Thursday, June 18 | 5-7 p.m. | The IQ®HQ, 1302 E. Collins Blvd.

05/28/2026

We are two weeks away from The IQ® Brew with Dr. Jane Wigginton, who will dive into the groundbreaking brain research happening right here in Richardson!

Dr. Wigginton of the Texas Biomedical Device Center at UT Dallas will share how a team of neuroscientists, biomedical engineers, and clinicians has transformed an idea into reality: using the body’s own neural systems to support targeted recovery after injury.

This free event also includes a kickstart to your day with laid-back networking, coffee, and snacks!☕

To register for The IQ® Brew, visit: bit.ly/492CxHU
Thursday, June 11 | 8:30 – 10 a.m. | The IQ®HQ, 1302 E Collins Blvd

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