Randy Seitz, MBA, is Executive Director of Kilgore Economic Development Corporation (KEDC). Serving as KEDC's chief executive officer, he is responsible for the organization's overall leadership, strategic direction, and day-to-day operations. Seitz works closely with the Board of Directors and leads business recruitment, retention, and expansion initiatives, oversees real estate and site development strategies, strengthens stakeholder engagement efforts, and advances partnerships that support economic growth and workforce development throughout the community.
Seitz brings more than 30 years of leadership experience in economic development, business recruitment, workforce development, and public-private partnerships. He has led organizations in Texas and Pennsylvania that have generated substantial investment, job creation, infrastructure improvements, and economic growth. Most recently, Seitz served as President and CEO of the Bee Area Partnership in Bee County, Texas. During his tenure, the organization facilitated more than $153 million in capital investment and 1,400 new jobs while expanding broadband infrastructure, workforce partnerships, and business recruitment efforts.
Previously, Seitz served as President and CEO of the Penn-Northwest Development Corporation in Pennsylvania, where he attracted significant investment, supported business expansion, and strengthened the organization's financial position. Earlier, he led the Oil Region Alliance of Business, Industry & Tourism, driving organizational transformation and economic development success.
Seitz holds a Master of Business Administration from PennWest University (Clarion University) and a Bachelor of Arts degree from D'Youville College. He is an active member of both the International Economic Development Council (IEDC) and the Texas Economic Development Council (TEDC). He has served in numerous civic and community leadership roles throughout his career.
