Texarkana, USA (April 14, 2026) – TexAmericas Center, which owns and operates the 5th ranked industrial park and is one of the largest advanced manufacturing, logistics and rail-served industrial parks in the United States, announced today it has hired Clay Garrett as Proposal Content and Client Experience Coordinator.
In this role, Garrett supports prospective companies considering TexAmericas Center by coordinating project materials, due diligence, meetings, and follow-up to ensure a clear, organized, and efficient site selection process. He is primarily responsible for helping attract and engage potential clients by supporting marketing, public relations, communications, and customer service efforts related to TexAmericas Center’s real estate, incentives, logistics services, and programs.
Garrett brings more than 20 years of experience in marketing, creative strategy, and communications, with a strong track record of translating complex ideas into clear, purposeful messaging. His background includes brand development, campaign coordination, client and partner communication, and cross-platform content creation.
“Clay adds an important layer to how we serve prospective clients and partners,” said Scott Norton, Executive Director and CEO of TexAmericas Center. “His professionalism, attention to detail, and ability to communicate clearly and effectively make him a great fit for this role. He helps ensure that first impressions are strong and that companies considering TexAmericas Center have a smooth, well-supported experience.”
Prior to joining TexAmericas Center, Garrett was the Founder and Creative Director of 1808 Creative, an independent studio based in Texarkana providing branding, marketing, and communications support for businesses and nonprofits. His previous experience also includes marketing and design roles with HealthCARE Express, Gregg Orr Auto Collection, Unity Health, and Red River Credit Union, supporting organizations across healthcare, automotive, financial services, and community-focused industries.
“I’m excited to join TexAmericas Center and support the work being done to attract new opportunities to the region,” Garrett said. “The organization plays an important role in helping communities grow, and I look forward to helping ensure prospective clients experience that commitment from the very first interaction.”
Garrett holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design from Henderson State University.
For more information about TexAmericas Center and offerings, visit TexAmericasCenter.com.
About TexAmericas Center Located on the Texas side of the Texarkana metropolitan area, TexAmericas Center owns and operates a premier industrial park, which is one of the largest mixed-use industrial parks in the United States. With roughly 12,000 development-ready acres of land and approximately 3.5 million square feet of commercial and industrial product, TexAmericas Center services four states (Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, and Texas). As the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) over all development processes on the property, TexAmericas Center helps companies save 12 to 18 months of public review time, leading to faster Speed-To-Occupancy.
For six consecutive years, Business Facilities magazine has ranked TexAmericas Center among the top 10 industrial parks in the country, most recently ranked No. 5 in 2025. TexAmericas Center has also been named one of Trade & Industry Development’s America’s Top Site, recognizing its readiness, infrastructure, and ability to support complex industrial projects. Tenants appreciate an impressive transportation corridor that uses multiple state highways, interstates, air freight, and rail lines to disperse from a central U.S. location. Additionally, Expansion Solutions has recognized TexAmericas Center’s QSP (Qualified Site Program) as the No. 1 certified site program in the Southern U.S.
Seven rail lines converge on the Texarkana region and TexAmericas Center hosts an on-site 350-car rail yard and has over 30-miles of rail running through its properties. TAC Rail services include transload as well as rail car storage and spotting. TexAmericas Center has also been added to Union Pacific’s Focus Sites Program, becoming one of only 32 sites in the U.S. to receive this prestigious designation.
TexAmericas Center also offers third-party logistics (3PL) services to assist companies with inventory management, warehousing, and fulfillment needs. Combining a “Flex Lease” with 3PL services gives companies seeking to expand or make first-time investment in the region an easier path to start operations.
The organization completed construction on a 150,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art speculative building in 2021; the building was sold in 2022. In total, the organization has built and transacted over 240,000 sq. ft. in three spec projects. TexAmericas Center has the capability to lease, build-to-suit, or facilitate greenfield owner-constructed projects in a timely, efficient manner.
All of TexAmericas Center’s property is a designated US Opportunity Zone, New Market Tax Credit Census Tract, EB5 – Immigration through Investment area, Foreign Trade Zone (#258), and a Texas Enterprise Zone. TexAmericas Center has the operating capabilities of a municipality but functions like a traditional real estate development company, offering customized real estate, logistics, incentive and financing solutions. For more information about TexAmericas Center, visit TexAmericasCenter.com.