Gross domestic product by metro & county

Jan 7, 2020

Austin’s economy grew an outstanding 5.6% in 2018, making it the 5th fastest growing major metropolitan area economy.

Have you taken advantage of your exclusive Office Depot discounts yet?

Dec 20, 2019

Being a member of the Chamber gives you exclusive discounts on all your office and supplies needs through Office Depot.

Chamber work in education

Dec 16, 2019

No doubt you have seen media and possibly social media reports insinuating the Chamber had some heavy hand in influencing AISD Board of Trustees to close schools. I can categorically deny any heavy-handedness by the Chamber.

Austin’s prosperity is no accident.

Dec 12, 2019

Austin routinely ranks among the best places in America to live and work. The community’s clear-eyed commitment to its economy is why.

Personal income

Dec 10, 2019

Total personal income in the Austin metro grew by 8.5% in 2018, the fastest rate of growth among major metros.

A look ahead to 2020 at the Economic Outlook

Dec 10, 2019

The Economic Outlook event on December 5 provided a look ahead to what businesses can expect from global, U.S. and Austin economies in 2020.

First-time entrepreneurs making it in Austin

Dec 9, 2019

On August 21st, the Austin Chamber hosted the 19th annual Greater Austin Business Awards. With more than 125 nominees across 12 categories, we wanted to share some of the great things each of our honorees are doing. Today, we are focusing on the individuals who launched a business as a first-time entrepreneur and are a leader in that company.

Chamber helps Park at Estancia celebrate grand opening with ribbon cutting

Dec 6, 2019

Park at Estancia celebrated their grand opening of the area’s newest apartment community with a ribbon cutting and celebration. A member of the Austin Chamber since May 2019, attendees enjoyed cocktails, d’oeuvres, music and tours of the new community.

Austin leaders who make a difference at the office and in the community

Dec 4, 2019

On August 21st, the Austin Chamber hosted the 19th annual Greater Austin Business Awards. With more than 125 nominees across 12 categories, we wanted to share some of the great things each of our honorees are doing. Today, we are focusing on business executive leaders.

Get to Know: Crown Castle

Dec 3, 2019

Chamber member Crown Castle, the nation's largest provider of communications infrastructure--connecting people & businesses to essential data, technology & wireless service, took the time to answer a few questions about who they are and why they love Austin!

How Chamber member Decent is improving healthcare for the self-employed

Dec 2, 2019

Decent administers affordable health plans for self-employed professionals and their families, with premiums up to 40 percent lower than market rates.

Chamber discusses workforce readiness & how business has answered the call

Nov 25, 2019

The annual State of Education event explored how businesses help students prepare for the future through apprenticeship programs, student/career speaking, mentoring, internships, skilled-trade programs, and educator externships.