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The Development Corporation of Abilene works to build the future Abilene, Texas.

The Development Corporation of Abilene (DCOA) leverages DevelopAbilene to market Abilene as the premier location for business expansion. The DCOA is the economic development driver of Abilene with the goal to build the future Abilene by attracting and sustaining industries that support job creation, foster strong business, and ensure a prosperous community.

10/02/2026

October is National Manufacturing Month. 🧑‍🏭⚙️

Manufacturing is a cornerstone of the Abilene economy, providing jobs for more than 3,200 people in the community.

Throughout October, the Development Corporation of Abilene (DCOA) is highlighting the people, products and companies that make up the Abilene manufacturing industry because together, we build the future Abilene, Texas.

09/24/2026

Attracting a company to Abilene is only the beginning.

For the Development Corporation of Abilene (DCOA), the real work continues long after the announcement by building relationships, understanding what companies need and helping create an environment where they can succeed.

Amazon opened its Abilene operation in 2021. Five years later, the company has renewed its lease at Five Points Business Park, continuing to employ more than 50 people in the Abilene community. 📦

That is what business retention looks like. Companies continue to invest, employ local people and choose Abilene, Texas.

09/14/2026

Behind every major project at the Development Corporation of Abilene (DCOA) is an award-winning team of economic development professionals who make it possible.

For five years, Senior Vice President of Finance Regi McCabe-Gossett has ensured financial integrity and brought valuable insight to the decisions behind complex projects and investments.

His expertise helps shape DCOA company partnerships into generational value for the Abilene community.

Thank you, Regi, for five years of dedication to building the future Abilene, Texas!

09/10/2026

Did you know the Development Corporation of Abilene (DCOA) has helped create or retain 1 in every 3 jobs in Abilene, Texas? 👩‍🏭👷🔬🧰

This , the DCOA is highlighting the people behind the companies that keep the Abilene economy moving.

The DCOA works with local, existing companies to understand their needs and create opportunities for future investment in Abilene.

That includes connecting people with career opportunities through DCOA-funded workforce pipeline initiatives like NextU and Active Duty to Active Career. Through NextU, high school students at Abilene and Wylie ISD earn certifications and prepare for careers in Abilene, Texas. Active Duty to Active Career connects Dyess Air Force Base service members entering the civilian workforce with local employers.

When families have the opportunity to build their future in Abilene, businesses are stronger and the entire community benefits.

Learn more about how the DCOA helps local, existing companies grow in the DCOA 2025 Annual Report (Link in the comments).

09/04/2026

Headquartered in Abilene, Texas, Funeral Directors Life Insurance Company (FDLIC) provides financial services, technology and other business solutions to funeral professionals across the country.

Through a 2019 partnership with the Development Corporation of Abilene (DCOA), FDLIC invested $6.9 million to expand its existing Abilene headquarters, creating 70 jobs and retaining 165 jobs. As a long-standing Abilene employer, FDLIC continues to expand and invest in the Abilene community.

Projects like this demonstrate how the DCOA works with local, existing companies to strengthen the local economy, create career opportunities and encourage continued investment in Abilene, Texas.

The expansion of FDLIC proves that companies are building a national presence from Abilene, Texas.

08/20/2026

Products made in Abilene, Texas reach far beyond West Texas. 🧀⚙️🔬🚀

Cheese packaged by Great Lakes Cheese is found in grocery stores across the country. Precision components manufactured by Hartmann’s Inc. support everything from aircraft and missile defense systems to medical technology and space exploration.

The Development Corporation of Abilene has partnered with these companies and many more to support their investment in the Abilene community. As a mid-sized market with large-market capabilities, Abilene provides an environment where businesses can grow, expand and reach customers around the globe.

Learn more about the companies helping to supply the world from Abilene, Texas, in this recent Site Selection Magazine feature.

https://developabilene.com/2026/08/20/abilene-texas-supplies-the-world/

08/13/2026

Development Corporation of Abilene President and CEO Misty Mayo represented Abilene and the State of Texas at the Farnborough International Airshow Farnborough Airshow in England, one of the world’s premier aerospace business development events.

Misty joined a select delegation organized by the Governor’s Office of Economic Development & Tourism Texas Economic Development and the Texas Economic Development Corporation TxEDC.

With a legacy of innovation, a skilled workforce and a strategic location, Abilene, Texas offers distinct advantages for the aerospace industry. Farnborough provided an international platform to share those advantages directly with aerospace leaders and decision-makers from around the world.🚀

08/07/2026

The Primal Pet Foods Abilene facility serves as the flagship manufacturing location for the company, with production capabilities spanning raw, freeze-dried and air-dried pet food products. 🐶🐾

As a result of the partnership between the Development Corporation of Abilene and Primal Pet Foods, Primal has invested more than $122.6 million into its Abilene facility, strengthening Abilene as a hub for food and beverage manufacturing.

Projects like this demonstrate how strategic business development and long-term partnerships continue to shape the economic future of Abilene, Texas.

07/08/2026

The DCOA team joined economic development leaders from across the state at Texas Economic Development Council, where DCOA President & CEO Misty Mayo serves as incoming Chair.

Misty took the stage as a featured panelist, sharing insights on major economic drivers and representing the companies the DCOA is working to attract to Abilene.

Through active engagement with organizations like TEDC, the DCOA leverages professional relationships and collaboration to strengthen the Abilene community and advance the DCOA’s mission of building the future Abilene, Texas.

07/03/2026

Dyess Air Force Base has been part of the Abilene community for generations.

The Airmen and families stationed here play an important role in the local economy as they live, work and invest in the Abilene community. Many Airmen also choose to build their lives and careers in Abilene after military service, bringing valuable experience and leadership to the local workforce.

Since 2020, the DCOA has committed over $1.5 million to matching grants. Because of this, Dyess has been able to leverage over $5.3 million in federal grants for improvements to the base.

Develop Abilene, Texas is proud to support the mission of Dyess through strategic partnerships and community investment.

By investing in the men and women of Dyess today, we are building the future Abilene, one step at a time.

Address

174 Cypress Street
Abilene, TX
79601

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

Telephone

+13256766390

Website

http://www.developabilene.com/, https://developabilene.com/year-in-review/, https://developabilene.com/2026/06/18/projec

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