BROWNSVILLE, TX – The Brownsville Community Improvement Corporation (BCIC) is proud to announce that Nathan Burkhart, Vice President of Entrepreneurship and Innovation, has been named one of North America’s Top 50 Economic Developers of 2025 by Consultant Connect, a national consulting agency focused on advancing economic development through leadership and connectivity.
This prestigious recognition celebrates leaders who have demonstrated exceptional innovation, impact, and leadership in economic development. Nominated by their peers in the economic development and site location consulting industries, the honorees represent the best in the field—professionals who are driving transformation and building stronger communities.
Each of the Top 50 economic developers will be featured individually on Consultant Connect’s LinkedIn page, offering them a platform to share insights on economic development trends, leadership, and lessons learned. Honorees will also be officially recognized at the upcoming ECONOMIX conference on November 12, 2025, in Lake Nona, Florida.
“At Consultant Connect, we believe economic development goes beyond infrastructure and investment—it’s about creating opportunities that transform lives,” said a spokesperson from Consultant Connect. “We’re honored to shine a spotlight on these exceptional leaders who are driving meaningful change across North America.”
Nathan joins a distinguished cohort of professionals from across North America who are helping to shape the future of economic development. To view the full list of 2025 Top 50 Economic Developers, visit www.consultantconnect.org.
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About the Brownsville Community Improvement Corporation
The Brownsville Community Improvement Corporation (BCIC) is a Type B economic development organization funded by a 1/4 cent sales tax on every taxable dollar spent within Brownsville city limits. BCIC’s mission is to enhance quality of life through innovative and equitable economic development initiatives, ensuring that every investment contributes to a more vibrant, inclusive, and prosperous Brownsville. To bring that vision to life, BCIC invests in revitalizing public spaces by enhancing parks, supporting health and wellness programming, and creating welcoming environments for residents and visitors. It leads downtown redevelopment through restoration projects and business recruitment that breathe new life into Brownsville’s urban core. At the same time, BCIC supports entrepreneurship and small business growth through financial tools, mentorship, and targeted resources. These efforts are reinforced by cross-sector partnerships that drive workforce development, promote economic empowerment, and expand access to high-wage job opportunities. For more information, visit www.brownsvillecic.com. For media inquiries, please contact Nelson Amaro, Director of Marketing & Communications, at namaro@brownsvillecic.com.
About Consultant Connect
Consultant Connect works to bridge the gap between leading economic developers and site location consultants through exclusive networking events, educational services and leadership development. Consultant Connect not only gives economic developers an inside look into the world of site selection – it gives them the applicable information necessary to propel their careers and communities forward. For more information, please visit www.consultantconnect.org.