Business View Magazine | Volume 9, Issue 1

176 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 9, ISSUE 1 Which is a good thing, because there are two gamechangers coming to Tyler – The University of Texas, Tyler, is opening a new medical school, and the city is building a new convention center. Both will propel growth in the community, and increase traffic at the airport. “Both entities are going to bring in other businesses, other growth,” says Thompson, “and we are ready to seize on this opportunity. I think it is important for folks to know that we’re a quick skip away from the endless connection possibility that is the Dallas Fort Worth Airport, but worlds away from the congestion and complications of starting your travel from a big city.” PREFERRED VENDORS/PARTNERS n Cavender’s www.cavenders.com Cavender’s has established itself as the premier retailer for authentic western style for the American South and Southwest. Family owned and operated since 1965, Cavender’s continues to grow, with more than 90 stores in 14 states, including locations from Las Vegas to Orlando and e-commerce at www.cavenders.com n KSA www.ksaeng.com n Aviation Memorial Museum tylerhamm.org