Texarkana, AR — AR-TX REDI is proud to announce that the REDI Arkansas Manufacturing Center in Texarkana, Arkansas, has earned a prestigious Silver designation in the first round of REDI Sites, the nation’s inaugural site readiness program. This recognition underscores Texarkana’s strong potential to support high-impact corporate investment and act as a major economic driver for the region.
Rob Sitterley, President & CEO of AR-TX REDI, emphasized the significance of this designation for the community. “The Silver designation for the REDI Arkansas Manufacturing Center reflects our dedication to attracting transformative projects and expanding economic opportunities in Texarkana,” said Sitterley. “This achievement is a testament to the strategic investments we’ve made in preparing Texarkana as a top choice for businesses seeking growth. We look forward to the new jobs, investment, and innovation this recognition will help bring to our region.”
The REDI Sites program, launched in 2024, brings a standardized approach to site assessment, an area traditionally marked by varying criteria across municipalities and states. Created by the Site Selectors Guild—the only association of the world’s leading professional site selection consultants—the program provides a uniform, rigorous assessment process. Sites that achieve a REDI designation demonstrate outstanding infrastructure, streamlined development processes, and other attributes that attract major corporate projects.
The REDI Arkansas Manufacturing Center, now listed in an exclusive, nationwide database of certified project-ready sites, joins a select group that is well-prepared to meet the needs of companies seeking expansion or relocation opportunities. The Silver designation highlights Texarkana as a forward-thinking community ready to drive economic growth and opportunity.
“Project-ready sites are the linchpin of the speed-to-market that every company needs,” said Didi Caldwell, chair of REDI Sites and president and CEO of Global Location Strategies. “The REDI Arkansas Manufacturing Center is a stellar example of strategic investment in economic development, and AR-TX REDI’s commitment to preparing this site has positioned Texarkana as an ideal destination for job creation and investment.”