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Aaron Demerson Appointed New President and CEO of Texas Economic Development Corporation

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023

AUSTIN, Texas, Oct. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Texas Economic Development Corporation (TxEDC) Board of Directors today announced Aaron Demerson will serve as the organization's new President and CEO. Mr. Demerson is the former Commissioner Representing Employers for the Texas Workforce Commission.

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  • AUSTIN, Texas, Oct. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Texas Economic Development Corporation (TxEDC) Board of Directors today announced Aaron Demerson will serve as the organization's new President and CEO.
  • "Aaron Demerson is the right choice to lead the Texas Economic Development Corporation into its next chapter," said Vicki Hollub, Chair, TxEDC Board of Directors.
  • "Working with my Economic Development and Tourism Office, the Texas Economic Development Corporation serves a vital role in promoting Texas' world-renowned business climate, and I look forward to Aaron bringing his leadership and expertise to guide this crucial mission," said Governor Greg Abbott.
  • Aaron's valuable experience at the Texas Workforce Commission and in business development will help chart a bright path forward for Texas' economic development and job creation as we build the Texas of tomorrow."

Former Government Regulators Susan Evans and General Bentley Nettles Join GrayRobinson National Alcohol Beverage Practice

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Wednesday, October 5, 2022

GrayRobinson today announced former Director of the U.S. Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureaus (TTB) Office of Industry and State Outreach Susan Evans and former Executive Director of the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC) Brigadier General (BVT) Bentley Nettles have joined the firms recognized National Alcohol Beverage Practice.

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  • GrayRobinson today announced former Director of the U.S. Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureaus (TTB) Office of Industry and State Outreach Susan Evans and former Executive Director of the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC) Brigadier General (BVT) Bentley Nettles have joined the firms recognized National Alcohol Beverage Practice.
  • We are pleased to announce Susan Evans and General Bentley Nettles have joined forces with our National Alcohol Beverage Practice to address the regulatory needs for our clients, said GrayRobinson Regulated Products Section Chair Richard Blau .
  • Ive long respected the attorneys and advisors at GrayRobinson, and Im thrilled to join the National Alcohol Beverage Team.
  • Im thrilled to have the opportunity to work with the nationally recognized alcohol beverage practice at GrayRobinson, said Nettles.

Vortex Appoints Johnathan Gonzalez as Vice President, Health, Safety, and Environmental

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Monday, September 19, 2022

In our industry safety must remain at the top of everyones mind each day, said Gonzalez.

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  • In our industry safety must remain at the top of everyones mind each day, said Gonzalez.
  • I am excited to take on this new role and continue to expand and improve the companys safety initiatives.
  • A former Marine Corps Sergeant, who also served in the Army National Guard, Gonzalez has over 15 years of industrial safety experience.
  • Gonzalez also serves as an on-demand resource and subject matter expert in matters relating to health, safety, and environmental concerns as well as industrial hygiene practices.