Economic development works best when there’s strong participation and leadership from a diverse mix of community members. That is why the Greater San Marcos Partnership (GSMP) reports to, and is governed by, a carefully selected board of directors.
By intentionally including a diverse mix of board members, you ensure that those doing the work are accountable to both the public and private sectors of a community. The GSMP board of directors represents the broad demographics of our two-county region and includes leadership from local businesses, government, education, and community representatives. This also includes members of the general public who have been nominated through public commissions and appointments. With 37 members, the board is responsible for overseeing the operations of GSMP, including our budget, our bylaws and ultimately, our results.
Reporting to this board ensures GSMP’s accountability to our public and private stakeholders, as well as reinforces a collaborative approach to economic development. After all, GSMP was founded on the concept of pooling financial resources from across Hays and Caldwell Counties to create an organization that markets the collective assets of the region for economic growth.
