A business climate with a diverse economy and high-impact results
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The ease of doing business in this region is greater than I anticipated. From a transportation standpoint, I can move product from North East Texas to everywhere rapidly. The support I receive from Kilgore Economic Development is outstanding, and the business climate is pro-development and growth.
Bo Steding, General Manager, DRILLTOOLS
Advantages
From a large regional employee base to access to major transportation arteries, see the many benefits of operating in Kilgore.
Incentives
KEDC appropriates progressive and attractive incentives, fostering business growth and success.
Workforce
Kilgore draws its workforce from 12 counties, providing employers a large and skilled labor pool.
Industries
Manufacturing is one of the top growing industries in Kilgore. See what other major industries thrive in Kilgore.
News & Press
Press Releases
KEDC Board of Directors Recommends Appointment of New Director
Oct 17, 2022
At its regular meeting September 13, the KEDC board of directors made a recommendation of appointment of a new Director to the Mayor and City Council.
News
British Consulate to Visit Kilgore
Sep 2, 2022
Her Majesty’s Consul General Richard Hyde will be visiting Kilgore, TX on Tuesday, September 6th as part of their “Great British Road Trip 2022” tour.
News
Skeeter Products in Kilgore Celebrates Craftsmanship Over 75-year History
Aug 29, 2022
From Skeeter’s origin in Shreveport, the company moved to Marshall and then to Longview before moving to Kilgore in the 1970s. Today, Skeeter's facility in Kilgore is 240,000 square feet across multiple buildings on a 35-acre site. It serves 150 dealers nationwide and also ships to Canada and Japan.