Pearland Economic Development Corporation
Matt Buchanan serves as the President of the Pearland Economic Development Corporation since January 2010, overseeing an $11 million annual budget and leading significant economic development projects in one of the fastest-growing cities in the U.S., including attracting a global biotech company and a major healthcare headquarters. Prior to this role, Matt held the position of Senior Director of Business Attraction and Retention at the Greater Omaha Chamber of Commerce, where a division achieved a 500% increase in job creation and capital investment. Matt also served as Senior Vice President at the Council Bluffs Area Chamber of Commerce, establishing a regional economic development partnership, and began a career in safety management at ConAgra Foods. Matt holds an MBA from Creighton University and a BBA in Business Administration from the Tippie College of Business at the University of Iowa, as well as a BS in Political Science from the University of Iowa.
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Pearland Economic Development Corporation
One of the fastest growing communities in the Houston region, Pearland has everything your company needs to be successful. Affordable housing, outstanding schools, safe neighborhoods and superb quality of life has led to tremendous growth in Pearland. With millions of square feet of retail, office and residential construction completed in the past 10 years, Pearland is on its way to becoming the next major employment center in the Houston region. Our close proximity to Houston, just a short 20 minute drive to downtown, allows you to experience all the city has to offer including professional sports, world-class cultural amenities and recreation.