Greater New Braunfels Economic Developme

New Braunfels, TX · Founded 1997

Supporting business and community development in TX

Primary audience
Business Members
Work area
Regional Advocacy
Topic
Economic Development
Contact
Jonathan Packer

About Organization

Greater New Braunfels Economic Developme operates in New Braunfels, TX, focusing on promote economic development. The organization manages $554K in annual revenue, $230K in assets. Established in 1997, the organization has served the region for 29 years.

What They Focus On

Workforce Development

Supports talent pipeline development through education partnerships and workforce readiness programming initiatives

Community Leadership

Develops business leadership capacity and facilitates collaboration on community priorities and regional challenges

Economic Growth

Promotes regional economic development through strategic partnerships and support for business expansion initiatives

Financial Information

Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.

Revenue (2024)

$554K

+144.7% vs 2022

Expenses (2024)

$576K

+128.3% vs 2022

Assets (2024)

$230K

-27.3% vs 2022

Year Revenue Expenses Assets Employees
2024 $553,618 $576,187 $230,433 0
2022 $226,279 $252,369 $317,169 0
2021 $275,424 $221,637 $253,614 0
2020
2020 $238,038 $222,245 $200,274 0
2019 $254,839 $215,480 $179,780 0

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. All figures in USD.

How They Work

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  • 01

    Member Engagement

    Identifies priority issues through stakeholder consultation and analysis of business community needs

  • 02

    Strategic Planning

    Develops targeted initiatives based on member input and regional economic development priorities

  • 03

    Program Implementation

    Executes programs through partnerships with member organizations and community stakeholders

  • 04

    Impact Assessment

    Evaluates outcomes through member feedback and tracks progress toward organizational objectives

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by Greater New Braunfels Economic Developme

Member Services

Provides networking opportunities, resources, and support to member organizations across the region

Business Advocacy

Represents business interests in policy development and legislative initiatives at state and local levels

Leadership Programs

Develops business leadership capacity through training, mentorship, and professional development opportunities

Economic Development

Promotes regional economic growth through strategic partnerships and development initiatives

Community Engagement

Facilitates collaboration between business and community stakeholders on shared priorities

Team & Leadership

Meet the people behind Greater New Braunfels Economic Developme.

JP

Jonathan Packer

President & CEO
Full-time

Milestones

1997

Organization Founded

1997

Established to serve business community development and economic growth initiatives

2011

Regional Expansion

2011

Extended programming and membership services to serve broader regional business community

2024

Growth Milestone

2024

Achieved significant revenue growth reflecting expanded member services and regional programming

2026

Continued Impact

2026

Maintains active programming serving member organizations and regional economic development priorities

Associated People

Board members, advisors, and key contributors

Board of Directors

AJ
Alice Jewell Director 2.00 hrs/week
AH
Alllison Humphries Director 2.00 hrs/week
BW
Burt Wellman Director 2.00 hrs/week
CM
Chip Mills Director 2.00 hrs/week
CE
Cory Elrod Director 2.00 hrs/week
DW
Don Watkins Director 2.00 hrs/week
DM
Douglas Miller Secretary 2.00 hrs/week
GR
Genifer Rucker Director 2.00 hrs/week
GL
Greg Lutz Immediate Past Chair 2.00 hrs/week
JI
James Ingalls Director 2.00 hrs/week
JS
Jason Smith Director 2.00 hrs/week
JH
Justin Hammack Treasurer 2.00 hrs/week
KD
Keith Dalton Director 2.00 hrs/week
MT
Melodye Tomsu Director 2.00 hrs/week
PR
Patrick Rose Director 2.00 hrs/week
PJ
Peter James Board Chair 2.00 hrs/week
RC
Robert Camareno Director 2.00 hrs/week
TT
Thor Thornhill Director 2.00 hrs/week
TB
Todd Blackmon Chair Elect 2.00 hrs/week
TB
Tony Battle Director 2.00 hrs/week
TT
Travis Taylor Director 2.00 hrs/week

Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.

Lobbying Activity

Lobbying Disclosure Act registrations

3 Registrations
3 Clients

Clients 3 total

E
Economic Development Commission Of Charles County
1 filing
E
Economic Development Commission Of Florida's Space Coast
1 filing
E
Economic Development Partnership Of Alabama
1 filing

Source: Senate Office of Public Records — Lobbying Disclosure Act

Contact

Get in touch with Greater New Braunfels Economic Developme

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390 S Seguin Ave New Braunfels, TX 78130