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Focus on small and emerging technology based business
Updated: Jun 20, 2012 Ronald S
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I would prefer that you focus on small and emerging technology based business that can evolve from business incubators at the schools and institutions in Denton County. The majors just want to exploit tax advantages and then leave when the tax abatement expires. I observed it with Boeing and TI. It is extortion. Help underwrite business incubators for small and emerging business possibly using these old sites.

I dislike the way that Rick Perry has exploited technology funds at the expense of eduction for his own political purpose. The one thing that can be done to support economic development is to adequately fund education at all levels. I observed state funds being funneled to major employers during start ups and then they left before the benefit could be realized.

More Info:
http://www.geekwire.com/2012/newlyformed-fund-pump-20m-university-spinouts/
http://www.geekwire.com/2012/newlyformed-fund-pump-20m-university-spinouts/
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