Separating rumors from reality + real economic development insight in College Station, Texas -- Home of Texas A&M University.
Episodes
Sunday Aug 04, 2019
Sunday Aug 04, 2019
In this podcast episode, College Station Economic Development Director Natalie Ruiz returns to talk about new restaurants, office space, commercial growth and more. Natalie and Communications Director Jay Socol also dive into an email from a pod listener (we have one!) who expressed concerns about what feels like constant expansion in College Station.
You can submit a question or comment, too: jsocol@cstx.gov
Video version + transcript: https://youtu.be/tGBSkp0BW2k
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Tuesday Jun 25, 2019
Tuesday Jun 25, 2019
If you've lived in College Station or Bryan more than a minute, then you probably know about the Culpepper family. If not, then you're certainly living, shopping, dining or being entertained in spaces that were developed by the Culpeppers.
President/CEO of Culpepper Realty Co. Jack Culpepper, and General Counsel Larry Haskins talked about the beginnings of the family business, its early successes throughout the twin cities (and beyond) -- and even gave some hints about their next redevelopment moves on property just across from Texas A&M. Hint: Think of the space where IHOP, Schlotzsky's and Hurricane Harry's are located --across from Century Square.
There's great insight from a family that's already invested in College Station for nine decades, with its fourth generation already working on the next big announcement.
Video version + transcript: https://youtu.be/-UdYJS5KJX0
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Tuesday May 07, 2019
Tuesday May 07, 2019
College Station Economic Development Director Natalie Ruiz and Communications Director Jay Socol have a jaunty (thanks, thesaurus!) discussion about some businesses either recently on the ground or at least have a really good shot at it. But they also talk about one that appeared to be a sure thing until...it wasn't: Gringo's.
Back in aspirational mode, Nat explains how genuine the interest is from Buc-ee's in a College Station location vs. her own wishful thinking.
Also discussed: Why it matters so much that extensions to Lakeway Drive and Pebble Creek Parkway are now open (hint: Midtown).
And for those brave enough to sample the video version of this episode, we apologize profusely for obscuring Nat's face with the new microphone. A partial Nat eclipse was definitely visible to the naked eye.
Thursday Apr 11, 2019
Thursday Apr 11, 2019
Like BBQ, burgers, tacos -- or any other food type you can think of - donuts are a pretty personal thing for people. College Station has a variety of options, all with loyal followings.
But long-suffering fans of Krispy Kreme can finally rejoice: The red light of happiness is in Aggieland.
Franchisee Brian Davis doesn't have the typical connection with College Station or with Texas A&M University. He talked to us about why he chose College Station, why the Harvey Road location was actually his second choice, how it takes nearly 100 people to operate a single location, and how he plans on giving back to a community that he's only spent limited time in.
Video version + transcript: https://youtu.be/5trKMOR7c7g
We hope you enjoy this first episode of All Up In Your Business, and we hope you'll subscribe, rate, review and recommend.
Jay Socol, Communications Director
Natalie Ruiz, Economic Development Director
Wednesday Apr 10, 2019
Wednesday Apr 10, 2019
For those of you who listened to a previous podcast series about economic development in College Station, Texas -- "Is This A Thing?" -- we now bring you something new.
Our reinvented podcast, "All Up In Your Business," will still bring focus to what's coming to College Station and what's not + feature deep-dive discussions with those who are bringing new development to our city. But "All Up" will also feature legacy business owners and developers to hear their successes and struggles.
For anyone who lives in the College Station-Bryan area, or maybe who has a connection to Texas A&M University, we think you'll enjoy this new venture.
Our inaugural interview is with Brian Davis, who can be credited with bringing the first Krispy Kreme to our market. it was a great chat that you won't want to miss.
We hope you'll subscribe, rate and recommend!
Jay Socol, Communications Director
Natalie Ruiz, Economic Development Director