The Center for Entrepreneurship and Economic Development (CEED) was established in 1986 at UT-Pan American with a grant from the Meadows Foundation. Through the CEED, UT-Pan American seeks to support the region's economic development efforts.

The CEED serves as a catalyst for business and economic development, job creation and income growth through the provision of a broad range of education and technical assistance activities targeted to businesses, public officials, economic development organizations, and the community.