Mesquite’s positive momentum continues, driven by strong local businesses, strategic partnerships, and a shared commitment to growth. This week, the Mesquite Business Retention and Expansion (BRE) Task Force recognized standout businesses and community partners whose investments and leadership helped strengthen the local economy throughout 2025.
The annual awards celebrate organizations that contribute to Mesquite’s long-term success by creating jobs, supporting workforce development, and expanding opportunities for residents.
The BRE Awards highlight the importance of retaining and growing existing businesses, an approach that remains a cornerstone of Mesquite’s economic development strategy.
The BRE Task Force is a collaborative effort that includes the Mesquite Chamber of Commerce, the City of Mesquite, and local economic and education partners. In addition to the major awards, the program also recognizes Business Legacy, Downtowner of the Year, and multiple Partnership of the Year honorees across education, workforce, and community sectors.
Find out more about this year's honorees here. As Mesquite continues to grow, the BRE Awards are recognizing strong businesses, strong partnerships, and sustained investment which are the key to building a thriving, resilient city.
2025 BRE Award Winners
- Retailer of the Year (Mesquite Economic Development Department): Ovenhead Pizza
- Downtowner of the Year (Downtown Mesquite): Belinda Epps
- Partner of the Year (Visit Mesquite): Rodeo City Provisions
- Partner of the Year (Dallas College): Hithium as its 2025 Partner of the Year
- Workforce Solutions Employer of the Year (Workforce Solutions Greater Dallas): Metro Mechanical
- Partner of the Year (Mesquite Independent School District): Mesquite Print House as the 2025
- Partner of the Year (Mesquite Chamber of Commerce): Elements International
- Business Legacy Award (City of Mesquite Economic Development Department): Town East Ford