In this episode, we sit down with Bob Paulison, Executive Director of the Coastal Bend Industry Association and longtime leader in the Coastal Bend’s economic and maritime community.

We dive into:
 • Corpus Christi’s rising median income and wage growth
 • The $65B+ wave of industrial investment that reshaped the region
 • Bob’s Coast Guard journey — from Hawaii to the Coastal Bend
 • The history of the Coast Guard’s presence in South Texas
 • Maritime commerce, safety, and how our port drives the economy
 • The future of water, desalination, and why supply reliability matters
 • How community awareness and advocacy shape our region’s success

Whether you’re a business owner, a community leader, or someone who cares about the Coastal Bend’s future, this conversation breaks down where we’ve been, and what’s ahead.