Real economic development

There was a story circulating around El Paso last week that I was happy hear.

Paraphrasing:

A site selection group was in town to evaluate locations for a new operation that would employee more than 200 people.

The group went to dinner and was discussing the day’s activities in the restaurant.

They were interrupted by a man who approached their table.  Again paraphrasing, he said:

Please excuse the interruption and the fact that I overheard part of your conversation.  My name is Oscar Leeser and I am the mayor of El Paso and also a car salesman.  I heard that you are thinking of moving a business to El Paso and I would like to know what I can do to help you do that.

The group was pleasantly surprised and impressed.

Drum roll

We deserve better and we got it this time.

Thank you Mayor Leeser!

Brutus

3 Responses to Real economic development

  1. mamboman's avatar mamboman says:

    What a fortunate coincidence that he happened to be there. Maybe in the future those who know about or help arrange these visits would be wise to clue in our Mayor.

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  2. Unknown's avatar Jerry K says:

    They came at the right time of the year:)

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  3. Unknown's avatar Reality Checker says:

    Sales skills matter.

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