Just like the rest of the United States, Arlington is in a labor shortage. At the pandemic's peak, more than 120,000 businesses nationwide closed, leaving over 30 million people unemployed. As businesses began to reopen in 2021, 3.8 million job positions opened, but people had already started leaving the workforce in droves. The U.S. Chamber … [Read more...]
Labor Shortage: Why The Help Wanted Sign Isn’t Working
6 Spooky Things to Do in Arlington
Every year as the leaves begin to turn and the weather slowly dips below scorching summer temperatures, those who love to celebrate the season of jack-o-lanterns and ghost stories start the hunt for eerie Halloween activities. Whether that’s with heart-pounding haunted houses or pumpkin patches fit for sweater weather, Arlington truly has something … [Read more...]
Ribbon Cutting Recap: Contempo Art Glass Gallery
The Chamber Ambassadors attended a wonderful Ribbon Cutting with Contempo Art Glass Gallery! GALLERY All art is one of a kind made by local and national artists. There is a wide variety of style and price to please everyone’s taste. ART SUPPLY ROOM The supply room is stocked with Bullseye 90COE glass and all accessories the glass fusing … [Read more...]
Official Press Release: oneworld Global Headquarters to Relocate to Fort Worth, Texas
NEW YORK and FORT WORTH, Texas — The oneworld® Alliance will relocate its global headquarters to Fort Worth, Texas, joining oneworld founding member American Airlines and strengthening the Dallas-Fort Worth region as a centre of aviation excellence. Currently located in New York City, the oneworld global headquarters will move to Fort … [Read more...]
Industrial Solutions Company Receives 2022 Outstanding DBE Award
The North Central Texas Regional Certification Agency (NCTRCA) has awarded Industrial Solutions Company (ISC) with the 2022 Outstanding DBE Award. The award was presented at the 30th Annual Awards Gala and recognizes exemplary Disadvantaged Business Enterprises succeeding in the local marketplace. CEO and President Barbara Oldums, along with … [Read more...]
Ribbon Cutting Recap: New York Life
The Chamber Ambassadors attended a wonderful Ribbon Cutting with New York Life Insurance Company. We are so happy to be opening and bringing Arlington a Fortune 100 company with a rich history of helping our clients with unique financial strategies, as well as creating rewarding careers for over 175 years. … [Read more...]