We take things in a different direction today as Tom Fox guest hosts for Zach. This podcast is a cross-post with the Hill Country Hustlers. Our guest today is Taylor Krull, executive director of the Mason County Chamber of Commerce.
We have a wide-ranging discussion about Mason County’s location in the Texas Hill Country, Taylor’s administrative background, her move from Minnesota to Texas, and her first-year efforts to help reinvigorate Mason’s business community through new and expanded events. Taylor highlights key attractions, including Fort Mason (Robert E. Lee’s last post), the repeatedly rebuilt courthouse, the Sequist House tours, museums, and Mason’s unique blue topaz, the Texas state gem.
Taylor also describes the county’s agriculture-driven economy, growing live music and local art presence, and notable dining options. She outlines chamber priorities such as member advocacy, regional relationship-building, mixers, SBDC lunch-and-learns, ladies’ night, and major events like the Wild Game Dinner and Light Up Our Town, and directs listeners to masontx.org and Chamber MTX social channels.
Key highlights:
- Where Is Mason County
- Discovering Mason’s Charm
- History and Topaz Treasures
- Festivals and Chamber Events
- Live Music and Wineries
- Quirky Eats and Pie Stops
- Why Chambers Matter
Resources:
Mason County Chamber of Commerce
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