The 89th Texas Legislative Session ended in late May, resulting in more than 8,000 bills considered, 1,155 bills signed into law by Governor Abbott and 26 bills vetoed. The Greater Arlington Chamber of Commerce worked hard to deliver on our key priorities to promote and approve the overall vitality and prosperity of the Texas Economy and the … [Read more...]
The Greater Arlington Chamber’s 89th Texas Legislative Session Recap
Tarrant County Days at the Capitol for the 89th Texas Legislative Session Has Unified Message of Session Goals
More than 150 business and community advocates traveled to Austin, Texas, for Tarrant County Days at the Capitol during the 89th Legislative Session, a joint event led by the Greater Arlington Chamber of Commerce and the Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce. The two-day delegation, Feb. 10 and 11, included visits from all Senators and Representatives … [Read more...]
Announcing Arlington’s 40 Under 40 Class of 2024
The Greater Arlington Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with Arlington Today, is thrilled to announce the 40 Under 40 class of 2024. “To ensure Arlington’s bright future, it’s our responsibility to cultivate the next generation of business and community leaders,” said Michael Jacobson, President and CEO of the Greater Arlington Chamber, “This … [Read more...]
Juneteeth: A History from Chaplain Stoglin
The Chamber's Black Business Alliance met on June 20, 2024 at One Love Lounge with CDR (CHC) (Ret.) Chaplain Richmond Stoglin, who provided the group both the history and importance of Juneteeth. Below are his remarks. AND WHAT OF JUNETEENTH? It was Monday, 19 June 1865 and, from the balcony of the Ashton Villa on Galveston Island, Texas, the … [Read more...]
SCORE and Arlington EDC Partner for New Small Business Development Program – Apply to Join Cohort
The City of Arlington and the Arlington Economic Development Corporation (EDC) are partnering with SCORE to provide small business owners the opportunity to participate in a series of tailored workshops. This is to advance their company’s growth. They're looking for approximately 18 small businesses to participate in the program and be an official … [Read more...]
Celebrating Success: A Recap of the Chamber’s Scholarship Programs
We are thrilled to announce the culmination of four incredible scholarship programs, marking a significant milestone in our commitment to fostering education and empowering bright young minds. To date, the Chamber has proudly awarded a total of $253,400 in scholarships, a testament to our dedication to supporting academic achievement within our … [Read more...]