Building a Vibrant & Diverse Economy for Parker County

Chris is responsible for leading the Parker County EDC's efforts to promote business growth and job creation in Parker County.

 

Prior to joining the Parker County EDC, Chris served as Executive Vice President of the Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce. During his tenure, he secured more than $4 billion of investment and over 10,000 jobs across headquarters relocations, manufacturing, logistics, air freight, and military defense projects.

 

Before his work in Fort Worth, Chris was a senior project manager for Columbus 2020, the economic development organization for the 11-county region in Ohio. 

 

Chris holds a B.S. in Urban and Regional Planning from Michigan State University and an Economic Development Finance Professional credential from the National Development Council.

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Heylee is responsible for business retention, infrastructure project facilitation, and continuous business growth in Parker County.

 

Prior to her current role, Heylee served as Economic Development Specialist at the Parker County EDC--where she supported economic development initiatives--and Social Media Manager, where she was in charge of promoting the organization's many efforts.

 

A third-generation Parker County native, Heylee serves as Secretary of United Way Parker County, raised $479,906 for Freedom House, and sits on several TEDC committees.  

 

Heylee studied Psychology at Weatherford College and holds certifications in Advanced Account Management, Business Retention and Expansion, and Texas Economic Development Sales Tax.