About Us

Shot looking down the street of downtown Mercedes, Texas.
about us

Development Corporation of Mercedes

The Development Corporation of Mercedes is a publicly funded non-profit corporation, which was established to create jobs in the City of Mercedes by attracting new industry and business as well as assisting existing companies expand.

Board of Directors

The Development Corporation of Mercedes is managed by a seven member volunteer board, which works closely with the City of Mercedes administration. This coordinated collaboration and function provides the necessary elements of a positive business environment in order to ensure the success of your business and our community. The Development Corporation of Mercedes is committed to supporting, encouraging and assisting sustainable economic growth in the City of Mercedes.

Fred Gonzalez
President
Marcos Garcia
Vice-President
Luis Huerta
Secretary
Peggy Chavez-Yanez
Treasurer
Joe Flores, Jr.
Member
Tony Garza
Member
Roel Villanueva
Member

Team

Melissa Ramirez
Executive Director
MRamirez@MercedesEDC.com