Our priority is to position your organizaton or private entreprise for success in the competitive world of economic developmemt.
Gilberto “Gil” Salinas Founder of GS Concepts
GS Concepts focuses on advising entities and economic development officials for long term success. We deliver customized engagement plans, based on research, collaboration and most importantly, your input
Building Places
Economic Development is about Building Places and Telling your Story
Who We Are
Gil Salinas is founder of GS Concepts LLC and a nationally-recognized economic developer who has worked on an array of projects with a focus on Smart Economic Development.
Contact Us
We deliver excellence in economic development. Contact us to begin partnering towards a common goal for your organization or private enterprise.
We are known for our ‘knack’ of developing leads and working prospects, from initial call to the project breaking ground. Our economic development work focuses on three service areas:
Community profiles
Asset inventory
Economic Development strategies, local & regional
Strategic planning
Customized Research
Organizational strategy
Training (Staff & Board)
Lead Generation
Prospect training
Competitive ready assessment
Investment attraction marketing plans
Foreign Direct Investment
Identifying target markets
Industrial, real estate marketing
External market research, assessment
Brand development
Place branding campaign and materials
Testimonials
"Working with Gil has been an incredibly enriching experience. His profound knowledge, strategic approach, and charismatic leadership have not only contributed to significant economic advancements but also inspired me and many others in the field of economic development.”
— Theresa M.
December, 2023
"Gil Salinas is a highly effective and accomplished economic development executive with a comprehensive perspective on job creation. Not only has he succeeded in attracting Fortune 500 companies, such as SpaceX, he also has a diverse network of foreign direct investors and site selectors that aid in the development of communities and regions. Gil’s unique skillset make him a strategic leader, capable of managing complex environments while keeping a pulse on stakeholder needs. I have personally worked with Gil on numerous projects ranging from entrepreneurship-led economic development initiatives, such as supporting the creation of startups, to landing Fortune 500 companies. Gil is without a doubt one of the best economic developers Texas has produced. "
— Jose M.
February, 2024
"Salinas’ track record of driving growth speaks for itself (a highlight being Elon Musk’s SpaceX) coupled with a tenacious commitment to success. Whether that success be on the international Economic Development stage or as a chief marketing executive, his strategic counsel is always focused on flawless execution to help communities and companies win. Time and again he is my go-to Strategic consultant recommendation, and for good reason. "
— Katrina L.
March, 2024