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Article from the September 2020 Edition of the Focus on Business Temple Economic Development Corporation Meet Temple, Texas: Opportunity Starts Here Located in the center of Texas’ top metro areas, Temple is sought after as top relocation destination for workforce seeking opportunity amidst economic challenges Living in Temple means more choices for less money. While long-time residents have enjoyed this perk for years, many who live in metro areas and are facing economic and lifestyle challenges caused by the COVID-19 pandemic now consider higher quality of life opportunities. Temple’s affordability offers a generous respite from rising living, housing costs and competitive job markets in Dallas/Fort Worth, Austin, Houston, and San Antonio. Housing prices in Temple come in at 41 percent below the national average with cost of living more than 20 percent below the national average. Everything really is bigger in Temple, Texas, even value, where your dollar stretches further. This month, The Temple Economic Development Corporation (Temple EDC) launches its talent attraction brand, Meet Temple, to connect employers, employees, and individuals with relocation opportunities in Temple, Texas. Home to global headquarters and growing enterprises, Temple boasts more than affordability. Ripe with abundant career opportunities, Temple is strategically located right in the heart of Central Texas along the I-35 corridor, a short commute from Texas’ top metro areas. “Meet Temple is designed to showcase all that Temple has to offer,” says Temple EDC President and CEO Adrian Cannady. “Corporations have long-known that Temple is the place to do business, but now we want individuals to know that opportunities are rich here. From affordable cost of living and strong earning potential, to excellent schools, healthcare, and recreation, we really have it all. Especially as people continue to seek alternatives to large urban settings, we are hopeful they will consider Temple, Texas.” During the past five years, Temple Economic Development Corporation (Temple EDC) has garnered $595 million in corporate investments for the manufacturing and distribution hub. Temple’s diverse industry base translates to a wide range of jobs in the key industries of healthcare and life sciences, business support services, and distribution and logistics. In recent years, Temple has been awarded numerous accolades that contribute to high quality of life for residents and workers. Among these are rankings on lists of NerdWallet’s “Best Places to Start a Business in Texas” (eight); SmartAsset’s “Best American Cities to Work in Tech” (10); Niche’s “Best Counties for Young Professionals in Texas” (16); CBS News’ “Cheapest Places to Live in the U.S.” (six); and Chief Executives “Best States for Business,” in which Texas has ranked first place for sixteen consecutive years. While rankings soar and costs remain low, community investments are increasing. Work on new housing, parks, bike lanes and nearly $50 million in developments is underway, upping the allure of existing neighborhoods, local arts, and culture. As Temple EDC launches the Meet Temple brand, the organization will focus on tools, resources, and events that help job seekers and employers alike find a home in Temple. On the new website, MeetTemple.com, Temple EDC offers a cost of living calculator, job search tool, and will soon feature an employer toolkit to help local human resources professionals recruit the best talent to Temple, Texas. “We know that we have the best of both worlds,” says Cannady. “In Temple, Texas, we have rewarding careers without the grind. We work hard, but we play harder and we want everyone to know.” To learn more about Meet Temple, visit MeetTemple.com. Follow Meet Temple on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram @MeetTemple.
Article from the September 2020 Edition of the Focus on Business Temple Economic Development Corporation
Meet Temple, Texas: Opportunity Starts Here
Located in the center of Texas’ top metro areas, Temple is sought after as top relocation destination for workforce seeking opportunity amidst economic challenges
Living in Temple means more choices for less money. While long-time residents have enjoyed this perk for years, many who live in metro areas and are facing economic and lifestyle challenges caused by the COVID-19 pandemic now consider higher quality of life opportunities. Temple’s affordability offers a generous respite from rising living, housing costs and competitive job markets in Dallas/Fort Worth, Austin, Houston, and San Antonio. Housing prices in Temple come in at 41 percent below the national average with cost of living more than 20 percent below the national average. Everything really is bigger in Temple, Texas, even value, where your dollar stretches further.
This month, The Temple Economic Development Corporation (Temple EDC) launches its talent attraction brand, Meet Temple, to connect employers, employees, and individuals with relocation opportunities in Temple, Texas. Home to global headquarters and growing enterprises, Temple boasts more than affordability. Ripe with abundant career opportunities, Temple is strategically located right in the heart of Central Texas along the I-35 corridor, a short commute from Texas’ top metro areas.
“Meet Temple is designed to showcase all that Temple has to offer,” says Temple EDC President and CEO Adrian Cannady. “Corporations have long-known that Temple is the place to do business, but now we want individuals to know that opportunities are rich here. From affordable cost of living and strong earning potential, to excellent schools, healthcare, and recreation, we really have it all. Especially as people continue to seek alternatives to large urban settings, we are hopeful they will consider Temple, Texas.”
During the past five years, Temple Economic Development Corporation (Temple EDC) has garnered $595 million in corporate investments for the manufacturing and distribution hub. Temple’s diverse industry base translates to a wide range of jobs in the key industries of healthcare and life sciences, business support services, and distribution and logistics.
In recent years, Temple has been awarded numerous accolades that contribute to high quality of life for residents and workers. Among these are rankings on lists of NerdWallet’s “Best Places to Start a Business in Texas” (eight); SmartAsset’s “Best American Cities to Work in Tech” (10); Niche’s “Best Counties for Young Professionals in Texas” (16); CBS News’ “Cheapest Places to Live in the U.S.” (six); and Chief Executives “Best States for Business,” in which Texas has ranked first place for sixteen consecutive years.
While rankings soar and costs remain low, community investments are increasing. Work on new housing, parks, bike lanes and nearly $50 million in developments is underway, upping the allure of existing neighborhoods, local arts, and culture.
As Temple EDC launches the Meet Temple brand, the organization will focus on tools, resources, and events that help job seekers and employers alike find a home in Temple. On the new website, MeetTemple.com, Temple EDC offers a cost of living calculator, job search tool, and will soon feature an employer toolkit to help local human resources professionals recruit the best talent to Temple, Texas.
“We know that we have the best of both worlds,” says Cannady. “In Temple, Texas, we have rewarding careers without the grind. We work hard, but we play harder and we want everyone to know.”
To learn more about Meet Temple, visit MeetTemple.com. Follow Meet Temple on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram @MeetTemple.