EDC Executive Director Mary Ann Moon will step down from her position Sept. 5, according to a July 23 news release. She informed the board of her departure in June.
“After nearly six years of transformation and progress, I’m ready for the next chapter,” Moon said in the release. “It’s been a privilege to serve the people of Prosper and to help shape a future that reflects both their values and their aspirations.”
Career history
Moon served on the EDC for six years.
During her tenure, Moon played a pivotal role in attracting major retailers such as Costco Wholesale and H-E-B, which is expected to open later this summer.
She also helped secure more than $4 million in infrastructure funding, leading the successful effort to deter the U.S. 380 Bypass through Prosper, and guiding the development of the Downtown Development Master Plan, according to the release.
She established a formal structure for the PEDC, oversaw its relocation adjacent to Town Hall, re-established the Prosper Chamber of Commerce, and assisted in recruiting numerous businesses—each contributing to increased tax revenue and new employment opportunities in the community, according to the release.
“Mary Ann has been an exceptional leader during a defining chapter in Prosper’s history,” PEDC Vice President Chad Gilliland said in the release. “Her vision, professionalism, and commitment to excellence have left a lasting mark. She helped guide the town through an era of historic growth, and her contributions will be felt for years to come.”
Looking ahead
The Prosper EDC board will begin a nationwide search for Moon’s successor, according to the release. The selection process will focus on identifying a candidate with strong leadership skills, regional insight and the ability to maintain Prosper’s momentum through its next chapter of growth.
“This is a crucial hire at a pivotal moment for Prosper,” said Mayor David Bristol. “We are committed to finding the right leader to build on the strong foundation Mary Ann has laid and continue the momentum she helped create.”
