Tijuana Economic Development Corporation

Name

Tijuana Economic Development Corporation

Legal name

Tijuana Economic Development Corporation

Website

https://tijuanaedc.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1994

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Economic Development Consulting

NAICS

Management Consulting Services (54161), Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services (5416)

SIC

Services-Management Consulting Services (8742), Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro primary industry

Local Entity Setup & Expansion Advisory (Market Entry, Subsidiary Formation) (BPACAHAM)

Keywords

• Economic development consulting
• Foreign direct investment
• Manufacturing site selection
• Shelter program services
• Maquiladora facilitation

Headquarters

HQ city

San Diego

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Operations

Revenue model

1. Membership fees: Tijuana EDC operates as a non-profit organization offering free consulting services to investment projects. Revenue appears to be generated through membership fees, where companies pay to become members and gain access to networking, business alliances, facility access, and information meetings.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Tijuana EDC provides free-of-charge business consulting services to foreign companies considering manufacturing in Tijuana, Mexico. The organization advises investors on the full setup process, including business consulting, site selection, initial recruiting support, and follow-up services, while connecting them with shelter partners, industrial parks, and government agencies to facilitate foreign direct investment under the IMMEX program.

Product overview

Tijuana Economic Development Corporation is a non-profit economic development organization that provides a portfolio of consulting and facilitation services for foreign companies seeking to establish manufacturing operations in Tijuana, Mexico. The core offering consists of business consulting, shelter program services, and contract manufacturing facilitation, supported by site selection, IMMEX program application assistance, and recruiting support. The organization operates under a membership model and publishes regular economic intelligence reports and industry-specific fact sheets. The services are interconnected components of a comprehensive foreign investment support ecosystem, not a unified software product or platform.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Quantifiable outcome

• 40-50% cost savings achieved by companies operating in Tijuana vs. manufacturing in the US
• +3 more outcomes

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

42 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• TECMAcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerShelter partner providing manufacturing services under IMMEX program. TECMA offers facility leasing, hiring, tax payments, employee management, import/export activities, and permit acquisition while client focuses on manufacturing and operations.
• TACNAcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerShelter partner for foreign manufacturers in Tijuana. Provides administrative services, trade compliance, and operational support under the shelter business model.
• Grupo ProdensacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerShelter partner with 30+ years experience involved in startup of over 600 projects. Team of 700 associates supporting companies in Metal Mechanics, Automotive, Home Appliances, Oil & Gas, Aerospace and Alternative Energies.
• IVEMSAcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerShelter partner enabling companies to operate with legal exposure reduction, full operational control of production & quality, 40% less direct labor cost, and setup in just 3 months.
• PrologisminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerGlobal leader in logistics real estate providing modern logistics facilities (~1B SF, 19 countries) for warehouse, distribution, and light manufacturing space.
• JLLminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational commercial real estate services company.
• DeloitteminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerProfessional audit, assurance, consulting, financial advisory, risk advisory, tax and legal services provider.
• Hutchinson Ports EITminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMaritime terminal dedicated to loading/unloading container ships. Located 110km south of US-Mexico border. First port of call for Asia maritime services.
• ATISA GroupminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTijuana's most prolific land developer and builder of industrial space. 40+ years helping companies settle in Tijuana with extensive land bank and industrial buildings for sale or lease.
• IVEMSAcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerShelter services provider enabling rapid operational setup in Tijuana with reduced legal and fiscal exposure.
• FINSAminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLeading Mexican industrial real estate developer with 48 years experience, 28 industrial parks, 70+ strategic locations. First developer worldwide certified as Authorized Economic Operator (AEO).
• Grupo IAMSAminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational industrial development firm with 30+ years developing Industrial Parks using tilt construction method with highest quality standards.
• Grupo MusaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDevelops large projects in Tijuana including Industrial Parks, Shopping Centers, Housing Areas and City Infrastructure.
• CryoinframinorOthersMost important Industrial Gas producer in Mexico with 100+ years experience. Only plant in Northwest Mexico located in Tijuana.
• ConsultmexminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerConsulting, distribution and logistics services provider creating synergy and added value for customers.
• Blockchain Logistics U.S. Customhouse BrokerminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorU.S. Customhouse Broker and integrated logistics provider based in San Diego-Tijuana offering supply chain solutions across air, ocean, rail, and ground transportation.
• RADA LogisticsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorStrategic logistics partner driving operational productivity and trust with certified drivers and transparent technology for warehousing, distribution, transportation, and supply chain solutions.
• Baker & McKenzieminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerGlobal law firm providing legal services across borders, markets, and industries.
• DIMBCminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPromotion services partner for Tijuana economic development.
• Coca-ColaminorOthersTotal beverage company operating in food and drinks sector.
• Top Notch Finders Inc.minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBoutique search firm specialized in placing executives and professionals in manufacturing industry in Mexico, Latin America and US-Mexico border region.
• Hotel Palacio AztecaminorOthersHotel partner providing accommodation for business visitors near financial area, shopping plaza, Tijuana Cultural Center and San Ysidro California border.
• DeloitteminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerProfessional services firm providing audit, consulting, financial advisory, risk advisory, tax and legal services.
• La Herradura Industrial ParkminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerWorld-class industrial park with modern infrastructure on Tijuana-Tecate highway providing flexible industrial and warehouse spaces with sustainable features.
• CITIUS AGminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLargest independent corporate real estate services firm in Mexico with entrepreneurial character and innovative solutions.
• BUSTAMANTE REALTY GROUPminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFull-service brokerage firm with 90 team members and 15+ years experience. Largest and most reputable in their field, experts in residential, commercial, industrial, and land developments.
• MPA GroupminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProperty administration entity controlled by FIBRA Macquarie Mexico, managing industrial portfolio of FIBRAMM.
• ROCA DesarrollosminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerIndustrial real estate company developing industrial warehouses meeting need for Class A spaces for lease in manufacturing and logistics sectors.
• RL JonesminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCustomhouse brokers founded in 1938, expanded to major U.S Southern Border Ports with integrated import/export services.
• Despacho Ruiz-MoralesminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerConsultancy specializing in salary administration, training and structural salary design.
• IgasamexminorOthersNatural gas transport capacity rental company focused on reducing energy costs for clients.
• AEDOminorOthersAccreditation organization for Tijuana EDC as non-profit organization.
• Centro de Educación Continua UABCminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerContinuing education center offering institutionally backed programs designed by experts for customized corporate training.
• CCN AbogadosminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerLaw firm providing legal services across offices in Texas and Mexico.
• ConversionesminorGTM or Marketing PartnerMexican growth marketing agency focused on B2B solutions, specializing in demand and lead generation through web design, advertising, SEO, and conversion optimization.
• Lead Time Innovators Logistics Group (JJR)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor25+ years experience as full-service logistics and 3PL provider focused on warehousing, distribution, transportation, and end-to-end supply chain solutions.
• Grupo AfalminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProfessional real estate company dedicated to rental of commercial and industrial properties with functional facilities.
• CROWE-GOSSLERminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerSecurity services firm providing quality services through appropriate human, material and technological resources.
• CPA | Corporate Properties of the AmericasminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLeading industrial real estate company acquiring, developing, and operating industrial space in Mexico City, Monterrey, Guadalajara, and Tijuana with 20+ million square feet.
• Cerda Romero y Cía, S. C.minorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerAccounting firm established in 1991 providing business consulting, legal, tax advice, corporate consulting, and fiscal/financial audits.
• Re/Max GrandminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerReal estate franchise providing residential and commercial property services.
• Barbachano InternationalminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLeading executive search and leadership advisory firm in Americas recruiting executives across US, Mexico, LATAM, and Canada. Forbes recognition for 9 consecutive years, ranked #8.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Others

• Deloitte Mexico: Global professional services firm providing consulting, tax, and risk advisory services to foreign companies entering Mexico. Strategic partner of Tijuana EDC and adjacent consulting provider for cross-border market entry engagements.

Broad incumbents

• Prologis: Global industrial real estate leader with operations across Mexico providing logistics and manufacturing facilities. A listed partner of Tijuana EDC that operates as a broader incumbent in industrial site delivery versus EDC's consulting model.
• JLL Mexico: Global commercial real estate services firm with significant Mexico operations in industrial site selection and market entry advisory. A listed partner of Tijuana EDC that serves as a broader incumbent in the site selection and FDI advisory space.

Direct peers

• TECMA: Mexican shelter company providing facility leasing, hiring, tax payments, and import/export services for foreign manufacturers. Core shelter partner of Tijuana EDC with overlapping service offerings.
• Invest Juárez: Investment promotion agency for Ciudad Juárez, Chihuahua's leading maquiladora hub. Competes directly with Tijuana for foreign manufacturing investment targeting the U.S. border region.
• Invest in Querétaro: Investment promotion agency for the state of Querétaro, a fast-growing Mexican manufacturing hub competing with Tijuana for aerospace, automotive, and electronics FDI. Operates a similar site selection, business consulting, and incentive facilitation model.
• Grupo Prodensa: Mexican shelter services provider with 30+ years experience and 600+ projects supported. A core strategic partner of Tijuana EDC that also independently offers market entry and manufacturing setup services to foreign investors in Mexico.
• IVEMSA: Shelter services provider enabling rapid 3-month operational setup in Mexico with reduced legal and fiscal exposure. Core shelter partner of Tijuana EDC and a direct competitor for foreign manufacturer contracts.
• San Diego Regional EDC: Regional economic development organization for the U.S. side of the Cali-Baja binational region. Operates a similar economic development and member-driven model and is a natural partner-competitor in cross-border FDI facilitation.
• Invest Monterrey: Monterrey's investment promotion agency operating a similar model, attracting foreign manufacturers to set up operations in Mexico's other leading industrial hub. Directly competes for the same nearshoring FDI flows that Tijuana EDC targets.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/TijuanaEdc
• Facebookfacebook.com/manufacturing.tijuana
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/758578

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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