Grisham previously served in the same role from 2019 to 2023, a pivotal period of Anna’s development. During his earlier tenure, he helped attract major industrial and commercial developments such as Holt Caterpillar, Home Depot, and the Anna Business Park, and played a leading role in recruiting retail and healthcare partners to corridors along U.S. 75, State Highway 5, and the Collin County Outer Loop.
“Joey understands Anna’s past, present, and future, and more importantly, he understands how to connect those threads in a way that drives smart, sustainable growth,” said Acting City Manager Marc Marchand. “We’re thrilled to have him back on our team.”
A recognized voice in regional economic development, Grisham has championed the rise of exurban communities, calling cities like Anna “North Texas’ golden ticket” for their ability to balance affordability, lifestyle and long-term opportunity. His work in Anna previously earned him recognition from D CEO Magazine’s Dallas 500, naming him one of the most influential business leaders in the Metroplex.
“As a community, Anna is hitting its stride and I’m honored to rejoin at a time when the vision is clearer and the opportunities are bigger than ever,” said Grisham. “We’re not the next frontier anymore, we’re the now.”
Grisham has held leadership roles in Hutto, Keller, Rowlett, Las Colinas, and Lake Granbury. He holds advanced degrees in Political Science and Economic Development and is an active member of the International Economic Development Council, Texas Economic Development Council, North Texas Commercial Association of Realtors, and the International Council of Shopping Centers.
With Anna’s continued growth, city officials are confident that Grisham’s return will help ensure that the commercial side of the ledger keeps pace with the residential growth already underway, and bring a sharpened focus on delivering high-quality, strategically aligned development to serve the city’s future.
About Anna
Anna, Texas, is among the fastest-growing cities in North Texas, with a population of more than 30,000 and expected growth to 100,000 by 2050. Located in northern Collin County along U.S Highway 75, State Highway 5, and State Highway 121, Anna is a vibrant and emerging city that offers its neighbors an excellent quality of life and low cost of living. The combination of Anna’s strategic location along busy thoroughfares and the quantity of undeveloped land have positioned the city as an attractive location for retail and commercial establishments. Neighbors enjoy recreational opportunities, parks, trails, open spaces, easy access to the DFW and Red River corridors and a pace of living that offers a hometown feel in a thriving community. To learn more about the City of Anna, visit www.annatexas.gov.
