The Chamber has been working to fight for the renewal of Chapter 313, which is the part of the Texas Tax Code that allows school districts to limit property taxes on major new investments in Texas. Chapter 313 is set to expire in 2022, and it must be reauthorized in this session or the valuable economic development tool it provides will go … [Read more...]
School Property Tax Reductions Critical to Texas Economic Development
Greater Arlington Businesses Honored at Mavs 100
The University of Texas at Arlington honored “Maverick businesses” that are driving economic development through entrepreneurship at Mavs 100. The inaugural ceremony was a celebration of innovation and the entrepreneurial spirit cultivated in our community. UTA has a regional economic impact of $ 17.1 billion. With the majority of alumni living … [Read more...]
UTA to Host All Majors Job Fair
People are the greatest resource for businesses. We are lucky to have the University of Texas at Arlington, a growing research powerhouse, shaping the community’s future workforce. With a proven commitment to innovation, UTA prepares its students to meet the modern challenges of the business world. Businesses seeking highly-motivated and skilled … [Read more...]
Entrepreneurship Thrives With 5,000+ Submissions For the 14th Annual “What’s Your Big Idea?” Entrepreneurship Contest
The Chamber is thrilled to announce the “What’s Your Big Idea?” Entrepreneurship Contest received more than 5,000 contest submissions from 3rd through 8th grade Arlington Independent School District students. We received 300 more entries than last year, and that does not count high school submissions which are due in March. Through our partnership … [Read more...]
AISD Seeks Businesses for College & Career Expo
Businesses are only as strong as their workforce. Our community is lucky to have institutions, like the Arlington Independent School District, creating a strong talent pipeline. The Arlington ISD is going above and beyond to prepare its students. The AISD is committed to having 100% of students graduate exceptionally prepared for college, career … [Read more...]
“What’s Your Big Idea?” Entrepreneurship Contest Extends to High School
Need more time to come up with an innovative idea? You are in luck! The official deadline has been extended to March 29. Ideas are powerful. Great businesses, inventions and social movements start as just an idea. Our community has the next generation of visionaries; all they need is a platform. Over the past fourteen years, the “What’s Your Big … [Read more...]