Diné Development Corporation (DDC), a Navajo Nation-owned provider of IT, engineering, professional, and environmental solutions, recently celebrated the grand opening of its new San Antonio location with an open house event at the Boeing Center at Tech Port. Community partners, clients, and industry leaders came together to tour DDC’s Capital Factory office and discover more about the family of companies’ efforts to expand their footprint in the South Texas region.
Nestled within Port San Antonio, DDC’s new office underscores its commitment to innovation and growth within the local defense and technology community. As one of Texas’ leading technology accelerators, Tech Port grants DDC access to an innovation ecosystem that perfectly aligns with its mission to provide cutting-edge solutions in data, cloud services, cybersecurity, and emerging IT technologies for both defense and civilian agencies.
Jim Perschbach, President and CEO of Port San Antonio, welcomed DDC to Tech Port, stating, “The arrival of DDC in San Antonio aligns perfectly with our vision to unite industry, talent, and education in ways that enrich our community and advance our national government. DDC brings the type of technology expertise to government customers that adds value to their initiatives, and its presence on campus will strengthen our collaborative network to support the government’s critical missions into the future.”
Jeff Abney, Vice President of Growth and Strategy, DOD of DDC, underscored the expansion into the region as a milestone in advancing DDC’s strategic goals. “San Antonio serves as a unique convergence of technology, cybersecurity, military, and healthcare,” said Abney. “We are excited about being a part of this dynamic city to build on our shared commitment to technological advancement and community impact.”
The expansion enhances DDC’s ability to serve key clients in the region, including the U.S. Air Force, the Defense Health Agency (DHA), and various DOD organizations. By focusing on in-demand capabilities such as cybersecurity, cloud solutions, health IT, and advanced data analytics, the new location enables the family of companies to provide customized solutions and responsive support right where their clients are located. Through this strategic growth, DDC aims to create more jobs in San Antonio, leveraging the area’s skilled workforce and contributing to the local economy.
“We are thrilled to welcome DDC to San Antonio and support its growth journey in our region,” expressed Sarah Carabias Rush, Chief Economic Development Officer of greater:SATX. “DDC’s presence strengthens our expanding innovation ecosystem, generating valuable opportunities for our workforce and fostering economic growth.”The new location on the Tech Port campus positions the family of companies as a key contributor within the region’s technology landscape. As a Navajo Nation-owned family of companies, the milestone underscores DDC’s commitment to legacy-inspired sustainability, advancing both regional growth and long-term prosperity of the Navajo Nation.
