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More than incentives. The right location, the right workforce, the right deal.

State and Local governments are competing for your business development project.

Centev delivers full-service tax, incentive, and government affairs consulting, helping businesses and organizations unlock opportunities, ensure compliance, and drive growth.

Why Choose Texas?

8th Largest Economy

Texas is the 8th largest economy in the world based on GDP, ahead of Russia, Canada, Italy and Brazil

Top Exporter

In 2024, Texas was the nation's top exporter for the 23rd year in a row.

Large Labor Force

Texas has the second largest civilian labor force in the nation with more that 15.7 million industrious people.

Tax Incentives

With no corporate income tax and no individual income tax, Texas has one of the lowest tax burdens in the country.

Texas is Big

Texas is the second largest state in the nation by land size (after Alaska) at 268,596 square miles.
The Lone Star State is home to approximately 90 state parks, 191,000 miles of rivers and streams more than 360 miles of coastline.

U.S. Ports of Entry in Texas

Texas offers international companies approximately 32 ports of entry. The state’s transportation network keeps getting stronger with continued investment in infrastructure. $148 Billion commitment to investment in Texas Transportation Infrastructure.

Location & Access

Texas’ central location, strategically located in the center of North America, allow for easy access to markets around the world.

Foreign Trade Zones (FTZs)

Texas’ seaports and Foreign Trade Zones (FTZs) are among those handling some of the nation’s top amounts of cargo.
35 FTZs allow the flow of goods without formal customs entry, import quotas or most other restrictions.

Airports

In Texas, more than 380 airports, including 26 commercial airports, make up the second- largest state airport system in the U.S.
Texas has more airports than any other state, two international airline headquarters and a major hub for a third.

As your trusted partner, we reduce the cost and risk of starting or expanding in Texas.

At Centev, we understand the players and the process. Our strength lies in developing and executing smart strategies. For over two decades, we’ve been advising private and public organizations — and we’re ready to help you succeed.

Choosing Centev means partnering with a team that knows how to get results. With decades of experience, deep industry connections, and a proven track record in government affairs, economic development, tax strategy, and communications, we help businesses and organizations navigate complex challenges and unlock new opportunities.

Why Choose Centev?

While anyone can complete an application and receive standard incentives, we go beyond that. Our team helps clients identify the best possible location and secure the maximum incentives available. We negotiate favorable agreements, clarify how incentives directly impact the bottom line

Texas Awards & Accolades

HQ of HQs

Discover the corporate heavyweights headquartered in Texas — from oil and gas giants to technology leaders and telecom powerhouses. These Fortune 500 companies, including ExxonMobil, McKesson, AT&T, and Dell Technologies, not only shape the state’s economy but also influence industries worldwide.

McKesson (Irving)

Ranked as the largest Texas‑based company by revenue and sits at No. 7 on the U.S. Fortune 500 list.

AT&T (Dallas)

A telecommunications giant based in Dallas at No. 11 in the U.S. Fortune 500.

ExxonMobil (Spring)

A major global oil & gas corporation headquartered in Spring, Texas (near Houston), ranking at No. 10 in the U.S. Fortune 500.

Dell Technologies (Round Rock)

The tech firm headquartered in Round Rock, Texas, holding the No. 28 spot in the U.S. Fortune 500.

Let's Build Something Together

For over two decades, we’ve been advising private and public organizations — and we’re ready to help you succeed.

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John Kroll

John Kroll manages the firm’s tax and real estate development practice. He has worked extensively on business activity, franchise and sales and use taxes in addition to real estate development projects throughout the United States. Mr. Kroll has appeared as an invited expert on tax issues before members of Congress, the National Conference of State Legislatures and regularly provides testimony before the Texas Legislature.

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Jacey Jetton

Jacey Ray Jetton is a former American politician and business owner who served as a member of the Texas House of Representatives from the 26th district. Jetton was first elected in November 2020 and assumed office in January 2021. He is a member of the Republican Party. Jetton previously served as the chairman of the Fort Bend County Republican Party. Jetton, who is Korean American through one parent, was the first Asian American county chair in Texas history.

Lead Consultant

Tori Macfarlan

Tori worked in the Texas Legislature as Chief of Staff for Rep. Jacey Jetton, who was appointed Chair of Appropriations Article II and served on the committees for Public Health, Elections, Redistricting, and Local & Consent Calendars. As Chief of Staff, Tori led a team that navigated the legislative process to pass significant conservative legislation and pass a balanced budget. Prior to her tenure in the Texas Capitol, she worked for Congressman Pete Olson (TX-22) in the Greater-Houston area.

Consultant

Clint Magee

Clint Magee is a veteran of the legislative process with more than two decades experience working in and around the Texas Legislature. He is a trusted friend to both lawmakers and staff alike. Prior to joining HMWK, he worked for more than 12 years in the government affairs division of Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson. Clint successfully advocated complex property tax policies for firm clients. Before joining the lobby, Clint was the chief of staff to a member of the Texas House where he worked for nearly 10 years serving constituents. He is a proud graduate of the University of Texas at Austin and resides in Austin, Texas.