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Maricela “Mari” De León, MPA, CPM, whose extensive public service credentials also include more than 20 years of professional experience in the Texas Legislature, higher education, and economic development, on Friday, August 1, 2025, was selected Interim Director, Rio Grande Valley LEAD (Linking Economic and Academic Development).

This summer, 42 teachers from over 13 school districts are gaining hands-on industry experience at local businesses across the RGV—including hospitals, manufacturers, banks, and even law enforcement agencies.

Today we wrapped up our Teacher Externship program. Through a partnership between WFS Lower Rio, WFS Cameron, Region One, and RGV LEAD, 28 teacher from across the valley spent a week discovering new industries and learning how they can better prepare their students for the real world.

Be part of our mission to increase economic mobility across the Rio Grande Valley by connecting classrooms to industry.

RGV LEAD's goal is to help as many students as possible strengthen their communication skills — a soft skill that industry leaders...

Imagine if we begin to instill the regional mindset in our RGV youth.

We honored the women who are raising families, excelling in their careers, and shaping the future of our region.

Texas Regional Bank provides exceptional personal banking products and services across the Rio Grande Valley communities.

Together, we continue building strong partnerships that link economic and academic development across the Rio Grande Valley!

Our moms & INDUSTRY celebration continues with a woman redefining leadership in construction — Karla Garza! As VP of VMK Concrete and CEO...

Students takeover RGV LEAD Office!