IBC Bank Strengthens Binational Expansion for Mexican Companies Entering the United States

During the Sinergias Summit 2025, held in Monterrey and organized by the Pharr Economic Development Corporation (Pharr EDC), leaders from both sides of the border shared key insights on business expansion, access to financing, and commercial opportunities in Texas.

In this context, Blanca Villalobos, Executive Vice President of the Commercial Lending Department at IBC Bank, highlighted the institution’s role as a strategic ally for Mexican companies seeking to expand into the United States with solid financial backing and professional guidance.

Binational alliances powering seamless expansion

Villalobos emphasized that events like Sinergias Summit are invaluable not only for companies planning to grow in the United States, but also for any business seeking to understand how to operate across both markets and accelerate its internationalization.

“These types of meetings provide essential resources: advisory services, support, immigration assistance, and guidance from the EDC. All of this gives companies a complete picture of what they need to expand properly,” she said.

IBC Bank, she explained, works in coordination with multiple organizations in both Mexico and the United States to offer an integrated support ecosystem that reduces mistakes, removes regulatory uncertainty, and facilitates a smooth and well-structured transition.

Pharr: a city with infrastructure ready for growth

When discussing the opportunities offered by Pharr, Villalobos was clear: the city has built a strong structure of alliances, processes, and multisectoral support.

What sets Pharr apart, she noted, is its ability to bring together experts in foreign trade, regulatory compliance, logistics, financing, real estate, and investment—all in one place.

This allows Mexican companies to move through the expansion process more quickly, safely, and efficiently.

“Probably the best thing Pharr has done is build all the infrastructure and gather the necessary alliances to help streamline that transition,” she stated.

Sustained growth between Mexico and Texas

For IBC Bank, collaboration between both regions will continue strengthening due to rising demand and the economic dynamism of South Texas.

Villalobos highlighted that Texas remains one of the most attractive states for Mexican companies thanks to its favorable regulatory environment, strong logistics capacity, and continuously expanding infrastructure.

Furthermore, the solid commercial relationship between Mexico and the United States—particularly with Texas as a primary partner—will continue driving investment and new opportunities over the next decade.

“The economy in Texas remains very strong. Demand is not only holding steady—it's growing, and that translates into more opportunities for Mexican companies,” she concluded.