Cameron County Promotes Regional Investment Opportunities at SelectUSA

Cameron County was represented at the 2026 SelectUSA Investment Summit in National Harbor, Maryland, one of the leading U.S. platforms for attracting foreign direct investment and connecting companies with economic development organizations.

The regional delegation included Orlando Campos, CEO of Harlingen EDC; Gilberto Salinas, CEO of Greater Brownsville EDC; and Ramiro Alemán, Director of Economic Development for Cameron County, who joined the Texas delegation to promote the county’s business advantages before investors and industry leaders.

A coordinated presence for South Texas

SelectUSA brings together international companies, investors, economic development organizations, and government representatives to support investment projects in the United States. The 2026 summit took place May 3–6 at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center in National Harbor, Maryland.

For Cameron County, participation in this setting created an opportunity to present a unified regional message around industrial growth, workforce capacity, logistics access, and cross-border connectivity. The presence of Harlingen EDC and Greater Brownsville EDC also reflected the county’s effort to position multiple communities as part of a broader investment platform.

Connecting global companies with local opportunities

Through meetings at the Team Texas booth, the delegation engaged with companies evaluating expansion opportunities in the U.S. and shared the competitive advantages of South Texas as a location for business growth.

SelectUSA has become a key venue for foreign direct investment promotion, connecting international investors with U.S. states, territories, and local economic development teams. The 2026 edition followed a record 2025 summit that drew more than 5,500 participants from over 100 countries and markets.