The DRC works to narrow opportunity gaps by connecting companies with strategic initiatives that expand economic opportunity throughout the Dallas Region. We help create pathways to prosperity that help all people lead a high-quality life while strengthening our companies and the entire region.
Our team prioritizes efforts that will:
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- Promote forward-thinking leadership
- Champion prosperity region-wide
- Build public safety relationships
- Strengthen our workforce
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Board-level members help advance the DRC’s Quality of Life mission by participating in the Quality of Life Council. Contact us to learn more.
PRIORITIES
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FORWARD-THINKING LEADERSHIP
Develop and support business leaders who are committed to community-wide prosperity and sustainable regional growth
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REGION-WIDE PROSPERITY
Drive economic development and job creation in under-championed communities, such as Southern Dallas County, to narrow regional opportunity gaps
SOUTHERN DALLAS COUNTY
Click to visit the Southern Dallas County Economic Development Guide.
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PUBLIC SAFETY
Help build trust and collaboration between public safety institutions and the communities and companies they serve
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STRENGTHEN OUR WORKFORCE
Help companies strengthen their workforce by recruiting qualified talent from underemployed populations, such as veterans and people with disabilities
HELPFUL RESOURCES
Southern Dallas County Economic Development Guide
This guide is the DRC’s initiative to bring economic development, investment, and jobs to Southern Dallas County. This online resource showcases news, communities, real estate, employers, and talent spanning 12 cities and 486 square miles.
DISABILITY INCLUSION
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TOOLKIT
Leverage data, resources, and best practices for recruiting, hiring, retaining, and advancing employees with disabilities to achieve the competitive advantage of an accessible workplace.
Unlock Opportunities in
Southern Dallas County
With green spaces, affordable homes, a diverse workforce, a growing business community, esteemed universities and colleges, and so much more, the people and economic potential of Southern Dallas County is ready to be unlocked.
The DRC would be proud to show you how your business can grow in Southern Dallas County and be part of meaningful development.
GET ENGAGED
Opportunity Builders Roundtable
Senior leaders committed to expanding economic opportunity convene to discuss regional challenges and solutions with a focus on results-driven action.
Newsletter
Subscribe to the Quality of Life newsletter to stay connected with top national and local news and upcoming DRC events and initiatives.
CONTACT THE TEAM
Have a question or want to get engaged with our work? The DRC team is here to assist as you and your company.
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