Craig Hulse

Biography: Craig has over 25 years of experience across both public and private sectors, holding a Master of Public Administration from California State University at Long Beach and an Advanced Degree from the University of Oklahoma’s Economic Development Institute. While pursuing his graduate education in the early 90's, he held posts at the City of Garden Grove, CA and the Orange County Transportation Authority. In 1998 he left the public sector to work for Verizon, leading him toward Texas to market the company’s ‘Fiber To The Premise’ network. Since joining the City in 2008, his current focus is on the development and implementation of plans, strategies, and agreements that facilitate the economic growth and well-being of the community. A Certified Economic Developer, his memberships include Texas Economic Development Council, International Economic Development Council, International Council of Shopping Centers, DFW Marketing Team, Northeast Tarrant Chamber of Commerce and the Northeast Leadership Forum. Craig lives in North Richland Hills and is surrounded by 3 females, his wife and two daughters. If not at home or work, he can be usually found in the rough at Iron Horse Golf Course or getting coffee at one of the City’s 3 QuikTrips or 3 RaceTracs.