Factoids
It’s hard to summarize all of the reasons why The Research Valley makes smart business sense, but this is a good place to start. Check back here from time to time to find the latest good news about our region.
10 Reasons to do Business in the Research Valley
- Rated the best small Metro in Texas for relocating families
- The Research Valley earned a prestigious Five-Star Knowledge Worker designation due to its attractiveness to companies seeking a highly technical workforce.
- The Research Valley boasts five exceptional golf courses which can be played year round.
- The health care industry supplies about 11,400 area jobs and contributes more than $752 million annually to the local economy.
- High performance office space with historic appeal is located at the confluence of major fiber optic lines running through the heart of The Research Valley.
- The Research Valley has more than 400 miles of cycling routes and trails over gently rolling terrain.
- The Research Valley ranks 14th in the nation for its excellent quality of life both in and outside of work.
- More than $126.8 million has been awarded to Research Valley companies in SBIR/STTR funding.
- The Research Valley has over 86 parks to exercise your playful nature.
- In 2005 alone, A&M University System researchers provided 118 new disclosures, received 38 U.S. patents, executed 43 licenses and options, and formed 5 start-up companies.
Susan Vestal