Business is booming in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. No one knows this better than Dan Hunt, president and co-owner of FC Dallaswhich contributed to the development of football and other sports in the region.
During the State of American Affairs 2025 program, Hunt spoke with U.S. Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Suzanne P. Clark about the pro-growth business environment in North Texas.
“Since Governor Abbott, you have all these officials who understand that the things that drive business – a favorable tax environment, incentives – are the things that attract business, attract business, attract sports franchises,” Hunt said. “And these sports franchises are really assets to the community. We are fortunate to have so many great teams here in Dallas-Fort Worth.
Hunt said leaders in Texas state government and the Dallas-Fort Worth region have adopted policies specifically aimed at boosting investment and opportunity.
The State of American Business 2025’s message is “All Business is Local” and the program featured North Texas businesses and leaders to highlight the dynamism and growth of one of the fastest growing regions. fastest in the country.
“We are here, not only to celebrate the success of this region, but also to highlight What makes this success possible and how it can be replicated in other parts of the country,” she said in calling for a pro-growth federal policy agenda that will enable communities across the country to achieve greater growth and more opportunities for people around the world.
Economic impact of sport and the World Cup
Hunt, also a co-owner of the Kansas City Chiefs, highlighted how sports franchises and stadiums drive business and consumer activity, pointing to the $140 million annual economic impact of FC Dallas Stadium. Toyota Stadium is currently undergoing a multi-year renovation, with the plan expected to be completed before the 2028 season.
He also notes that the World Cup taking place in the United States in 2026 – with games played in NFL stadiums across the country – will also boost economic activity.
“The reason the World Cup is coming back in 2026 is the true economic powerhouse that the United States is,” Hunt said. “These games are going to be played in NFL stadiums, like here in Dallas, at AT&T Stadium or Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, and the revenue that can be generated is unlike anything you see anywhere else in any major stadium football, because it’s luxury. the suites are the club seats On the contrary, we know how to monetize professional sport in the United States.
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Sean Ludwig
Sean Ludwig is senior editorial director of the United States Chamber of Commerce.