Overview
The small business pulse is strong in Central Texas. Celebrated for its climate of innovation , our business-friendly tax structure welcomes the small business owner to the greater Austin region.
The uniqueness of Austin supports small business and encourages both employers and employees to take root in the community. Residents take pride in our network of thriving, local businesses. In fact, Austin consistently tops the chart for one of the best cities for business growth and an enjoyable quality of life.
The Austin Chamber works to enhance the small business and entrepreneurial community of Central Texas by providing business education programs, opportunities for relationship building, and enhancing lead generation.
Small Business Links & Resources
- City of Austin Small Business Development Program
- U.S. Small Business Administration
- Workforce Solutions Capital Area
- Texas Wide Open for Business
- SCORE
- Office of the Governor Small Business Assistance
- City of Austin Department of Small and Minority Business Resources
CEO Peer Advisory Program
The CEO Peer Advisory Program provide members with access to their own confidential board of advisors who gather monthly to exchange best practices, past experiences, thoughts, ideas and overall general guidance regarding growth, health and overall success in their business. Each group is comprised of 8-10 C-Level executives from non-competing industries who assist one another with business problems, solutions and opportunities. The groups meet monthly with the determination on date/time established by each group.
For more information how to engage in a CEO Peer Advisory Program contact Patricia Shults.
Tool Kits
Non-Conventional Capital
Financial
Austin, Texas Permits/Codes/Licenses
General Businss Organizations
When consumers know that a small business is a Chamber member, they are 44% more likely to think favorably of it and 63% more likely to purchase goods or services from the company (Shapiro).







