Boerne Kendall County EDC Wins 2024 CEDA for Launch of Das GreenHaus
TL;DR
BKCEDC receives prestigious 2024 CEDA award for launching Das GreenHaus, Boerne's first business incubator, giving an edge in economic development.
Das GreenHaus, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, provides support, resources, education, and mentorship to entrepreneurs in the Texas Hill Country.
Das GreenHaus empowers entrepreneurs, fosters community engagement, and supports a thriving local entrepreneurial ecosystem, making tomorrow better than today.
LOCOAL, a Waste-to-Energy climate technology company, announces plans to establish headquarters in the Texas Hill Country, a significant milestone for the region.
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The Boerne Kendall County Economic Development Corporation (BKCEDC) has received the 2024 Community Economic Development Award (CEDA) from the Southern Economic Development Council (SEDC) for its pivotal role in launching Das GreenHaus, Boerne’s first business incubator.
Recognition of Excellence
Amy Story, President and CEO of BKCEDC, accepted the award, marking the first time the organization has been honored by SEDC. "This award is a testament to the collaborative efforts of the BKCEDC, the Boerne Kendall County Angel Network (BKCAN), and our dedicated community leaders and private partners," said Story. "We are thrilled to receive public acknowledgment for our role in this long-term investment in Kendall County’s future, which is already proving successful."
Empowering Entrepreneurs through Das GreenHaus
Launched in June 2023, Das GreenHaus is a 501(c)(3) public-private nonprofit focused on providing critical support, resources, education, and mentorship to aspiring entrepreneurs in the Texas Hill Country. In just over a year, more than 50 founders have actively participated in its Idea-to-Market curriculum.
Among its success stories, LOCOAL, a Waste-to-Energy climate technology company and program participant, plans to establish its headquarters and innovation facility in the Texas Hill Country—a milestone highlighted on The Building Texas Show. Additionally, several small business founders have experienced growth in revenue and market share, with some moving toward establishing permanent locations.
Commitment to Community Engagement
Beyond fostering entrepreneurial success, Das GreenHaus is committed to community engagement. The organization participates in school district programs like Boerne ISD’s Incubator.edu program, creates student internship opportunities, and hosts educational and networking events to support a thriving local entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Das GreenHaus and the BKCEDC are proud to be recognized with the CEDA award and look forward to continuing their work in supporting the community of innovators and inventors in the Texas Hill Country.
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