Our FAFSA competition promotes so much more than higher education

Jul 26, 2021

Part of the mission of the Austin Chamber is to invest in our high school students to help prepare them for success in college, careers, or the military. To help break down financial barriers to college, the Austin Chamber held a FAFSA contest asking students attending eligible public schools to create a video inspiring their fellow classmates to file and submit their FAFSA application.

Job growth & unemployment

Jul 20, 2021

Adding jobs in 13 of the 14 months, Austin has regained 96% of last spring's pandemic-related job losses.

For businesses in Central Texas, COVID-19 vaccines are a shot in the arm

Jul 12, 2021

The rapid rollout of the COVID-19 vaccine has slowed the spread of the virus and enabled businesses to begin opening back up. How can businesses safely get back to normal? And how can you encourage employees to get vaccinated?

Showcasing Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in the University Corporate Recruiting Process

Jul 12, 2021

Having a plan for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I) is essential in today’s workplace. Focusing on Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in the recruiting process helps attract top candidates and builds a dynamic team.

Events Are Coming Back. How Will They Be Different?

Jul 9, 2021

8 in 10 Americans say they miss attending in-person events, according to research firm APCO Insight. There’s something special about being able to gather together with others, whether you’re learning at a conference, celebrating at a wedding or rocking out at a concert.

Introducing Refine Aesthetics

Jul 9, 2021

Refine Aesthetics is a premier female-owned and operated boutique med spa in downtown Austin. Their providers have over 30+ years of experience.

Austin Job Postings Report June 2021

Jul 7, 2021

There were about 88,000 Available Job Postings during the June 2021 monthly reporting period, an increase of 3,900 postings compared to the previous month. There are approximately 4,900 postings that offer sign bonuses, compared to 870 in June 2020. The current top occupations that are offering sign bonuses are Registered Nurses, Sales Representatives-Wholesale and Manufacturing-except Technical and Scientific Products and Software Developers and Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers.

5 Ways SOAL Can Help You Get A Job

Jun 25, 2021

With graduations currently happening, learn how SOAL Technologies can help you get a job.

Job growth & unemployment

Jun 23, 2021

Adding jobs in 12 of the 13 months, Austin has regained 91% of last spring's pandemic-related job losses.

How the Austin Chamber is pivoting to work from home post pandemic

Jun 22, 2021

As the COVID-19 pandemic is abating, many organizations are choosing to incorporate remote work into their standard operations. The Austin Chamber is shifting to a more flexible plan to allow work from home on a full-time basis, depending on our daily schedules.

Celebrating Members at A+ Federal Credit Union

Jun 21, 2021

Credit unions are not-for-profit financial institutions that exist to serve their members, and at A+ Federal Credit Union, this message is embodied in everything we do.

87th Texas Legislative Session webinar recap

Jun 11, 2021

On Tuesday, June 8th, we hosted a recap of this year's legislative session, where we heard an update on the Chamber's policy priorities and members of the Central Texas delegation shared session highlights.