In this episode of the CEO Insider Podcast, Ed Curtis speaks with Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar. Hegar talks about how Texas is expanding rapidly in the business market, how Texas is the #1 state for job creation in the nation, and much more! Topics covered include: Texas leads the nation in job growth in 2023. His travels across the state confirm …

Enjoy this interview with baseball expert, Reid Ryan. Reed talks about the making of the movie Facing Nolan, a story about his father Nolan Ryan and his storied career. Reid talks about the future of baseball, his passion for minor league ball, and his love of Texas.

In this episode of the CEO Insider, Ed Curtis interviews Jeanette Ward, CEO of Texas Mutual Insurance Company, the states largest provider of workers compensation insurance. Jeanette took the reigns as CEO of the Workers Compensation Insurer in 2023. Ms. Ward talks about the future of Texas business, how the Texas workers compensation market differ…

An interview with Troy Aikman.YTexas

In this episode of the CEO Insider Podcast, host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis speak with Jenna Saucedo-Herrera, President and CEO of the San Antonio Economic Development Foundation. Jenna discusses the bold moves and initiatives that are being undertaken in the San Antonio region.

In this episode of the CEO Insider Podcast, host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis discuss the upcoming YTexas Virtual event on Thursday, March 25th that focuses on the impact of Tesla in Texas and workforce development initiatives.YTexas

In this episode of the CEO Insider Podcast, host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis discuss Samsung filing documents in Arizona, New York and Texas to build semiconductor manufacturing facility that is expected to cost over $17 billion and create 1,800 jobs.YTexas

CEO Inisder host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis discuss the 2021 YTexas Virtual Launch that streamed on ytexas.com on January 28, 2021. The event featured a panel discussion on corporate relocation to Texas and its economic impact.YTexas

In this episode CEO Insider host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis discuss the three main factors companies consider when moving their global headquarters to the Lone Star State.YTexas

In this episode of the CEO Insider, host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis discuss Oracle Corporation. The multinational computer technology company was formerly headquartered in Redwood Shores, California until December 2020 when it moved its headquarters to Austin, Texas.YTexas

On this episode of the CEO Insider Podcast, host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis discuss why the US Space Command should choose San Antonio as its new HQ.YTexas

On this episode of the CEO Insider Podcast, host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO speak with Kris Collins, Senior Vice President of Economic Development at the Greater Chamber of Waco. Kris discusses the fact that Waco is no longer a secret along the I-35 corridor and the Waco region is experiencing rapid economic growth.…

On the CEO Insider Podcast today is Adam Zeitsiff, president and CEO of Intelivideo. Prior to Intelivideo, Zeitsiff was president and CEO of Gold's Gym. He discusses the hard hit the fitness industry has taken during the pandemic and his transition to Intelivideo and his mission in the new position.YTexas

CEO Insider Podcast host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis speak with Matt Bruhn, President and General Manager of Pabst Brewing Company. Matt discusses the story behind the name Pabst Blue Ribbon and the company headquarters relocation to San Antonio.YTexas

CEO Insider podcast host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis discuss the upcoming 2020 YTexas Summit and the addition of Southwest Airlines CEO Gary Kelly to the lineup. The digital event will be livestreamed on September 24, 2020. For more details go to www.ytexas.com/summitYTexas

In this episode CEO Insider host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis discuss some of the latest participants confirmed for the 2020 YTexas Summit, including former tennis star Andy Roddick.YTexas

CEO Insider Podcast host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis discuss the 2020 YTexas Summit hosted on September 24, 2020 and presented on the ON24 Digitial Experience Platform. This virtual event will feature top Texas executives on focus groups discussing the factors affecting everything from the future of sports in Texas to real estate forecas…

CEO Insider podcast host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis discuss the upcoming 2020 YTexas Summit which will be hosted on the ON24 Digital Experience platform on September 24, 2020.YTexas

In this episode CEO Insider host Sandy McIlree talks with Greg Almond, CEO of Furniture Marketing Group. Greg discusses the impact of COVID-19 on his industry, clientele and within his own company.YTexas

CEO Insider host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis talk with Larry North, CEO of Larry North Fitness. Well-known fitness guru and radio host, North discusses his relocation from New York to Texas, some of his family history and personal inspiration. He also talks about the state of the fitness industry and current collaborations that exist wit…

Through the YTexas Leadership Academy, UNT Dallas students Katherine Cadena, Juwon Grant and Victoria Summerville discuss the creation of a Texas corporate social responsibility tracker. Visit www.ytexas.com/csr-tracker to learn more.YTexas

In this episode CEO Insider host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis talk with Morris Miller, CEO of Xenex. Miller, a co-founder of Rackspace, became CEO at Xenex in 2012. San Antonio-based Xenex develops robots that utilize ultraviolet light technology to disinfect and destroy coronavirus on surfaces in hospital environments.…

In this episode CEO Insider host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis talk with Ollie Chandhok, Market President and Publisher of the Dallas Business Journal (DBJ). Ollie discusses how the DBJ staff has shifted to remote operations and has worked around the clock for the last six weeks covering the coronavirus pandemic. In addition Ollie discusse…

CEO Insider host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis talk with Dan Noble, CEO of HKS Architects and Jason Schroer, Principal and Director of health for HKS Architects. Dan and Jason discuss HKS efforts to convert hotels, schools and convention centers into temporary hospitals to accommodate the potential patient overflow due to the novel coronav…

CEO Insider host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis talk with David Brown, CEO of the Victory Capital. David discusses his take on the 2008 financial crisis versus the current market disruption due to the coronavirus pandemic. In addition, David discusses the acquisition of USAA Asset Management, the mutual fund arm of USAA. As a result of the …

CEO Insider host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis talk with Richard Tagle, CEO of the Andy Roddick Foundation. Based in Austin, the Andy Roddick Foundation (ARF) leads a movement to expand high-quality learning and enrichment for students and families with the greatest need. Richard discusses how Andy Roddick was inpired to make a difference,…

CEO Insider host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis talk with Paula Gold Williams, CEO of San Antonio-based CPS Energy. A gas and electric provider for the region, CPS is an essential business during the coronavirus pandemic. Paula discusses the company's approach as it maintains operations during this difficult time.…

CEO Insider host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis talk with Lindsay Wilson, president of architecture and design firm Corgan. Lindsay discusses how the architecture and construction industry is shifting focus in order to keep its collaborative workforce engaged and its projects to move forward.…

CEO Insider host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis talk with Robbie Briggs, CEO of Briggs Freeman Sotheby's International Realty. Robbie discusses how the real estate industry has had to pivot due to the shelter-in-place order as a result of the coronavirus pandemic.YTexas

CEO Insider host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis talk with Chris Wallace, the CEO of the North Texas Commission, about federal relief plans and regional developments related to the COVID-19 outbreak.YTexas

In this episode, CEO Insider host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis talk with TJ O'Reilly, the CEO of Dallas Behavioral Healthcare Hospital. TJ discusses the impact of COVID-19 on hospital operations and the coordination of Texas hospitals in response to the global threat of the virus.YTexas

CEO Insider host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis discuss the impact of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic on business.YTexas

CEO Insider host Sandy McIlree talks with Brian Mckinney, the CEO of Benchmark Mortgage. Brian discusses his outlook on corporate relocation, mortgage rates and the Texas housing market.YTexas

CEO Insider host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis discuss the massive new Amazon distribution center coming to Pflugerville, Texas.YTexas

CEO Insider host Sandy McIlree and YTexas CEO Ed Curtis discuss the fact that Texas has become a destination for the sports industry.YTexas

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CEO Insider host Sandy McIlree talks with Pradeep Saha, CEO of Signature Systems Group. Signature Systems, a manufacturer and distributor of composite ground protection solutions, recently relocated its HQ from New York to Flower Mound, Texas. Pradeep discusses the relocation of the Signature Systems to Texas, how important being eco-friendly is ou…

CEO Insider host Sandy McIlree talks with Steven Raucher, CEO of RapidDeploy. RapidDeploy chose Austin as its new HQ and Steven will discuss how his was formed to address a problem they were experiencing personally. Steve also talks about the deficit in technology afforded to public safety.YTexas

CEO Insider host Sandy McIlree talks with Joel Trammell. Joel is the former CEO of Blackbox Network Services, an author, and the founder of Khorus Software. Sandy and Joel discuss entrepreneurship, start-up capital in Texas, and Joel's latest acquisition.Ytexas

In this episode Sandy McIlree speaks with Kent Newsome, co-managing shareholder at Greenberg Traurig's Texas real estate law practice. Kent will share insight on corporate relocation to Texas and things to keep in mind when considering commercial office space.YTexas

In this episode host Sandy McIlree interviews Wade Allen, CEO of executive placement firm Cendea. Wade discusses the early days of Dell Computer and his experience working side-by-side with Michael Dell. Wade also discusses Austin's need for more Thunder Lizards and whether or not Texas can sustain its population growth.…

CEO Insider host Sandy McIlree talks with GM of newly relocated OnRobot, Kristian Hulgard. Kristian discusses the myth that robots are replacing human jobs as well as the possibility of OnRobot expanding in Texas beyond their Las Colinas HQ.YTexas

In this episode CEO Insider host Sandy McIlree talks with Jim Perschbach, CEO of Port San Antonio. Port San Antonio is a 10 million square foot facility in San Antonio that is home to Boeing's largest services and sustainment center, cybersecurity and robotics startups, San Antonio Museum of Science and Technology and Project Tech.…

CEO Insider host Sandy McIlree talks with Hugh Forrest, Chief Programming Officer of SXSW Interactive. Hugh discusses the growth of SXSW, how Austin is a perfect fit for SXSW and how SXSW has become a hotspot for politicians.YTexas

CEO Insider host Sandy McIlree talks with Alyce Alston, CEO of the Dallas Entrepreneur Center (The DEC). Alyce has consistently led small-to-medium businesses, and divisions of large corporations to record profits. Alyce is also an innovator having launched products and businesses since 2000.YTexas

In this episode Sandy McIlree talks with Nancy Richardson, CEO of SAS Shoes. Nancy shares the story of how SAS Shoes started over 40 years ago, her thoughts on brick and mortar retail as well as the company's strategy for online retail.YTexas