On Monday, January 8, a sudden explosion at the Sandman Signature Hotel sent shockwaves through downtown Fort Worth. In addition to an incredible response by first responders, the local business community showcased remarkable resilience and solidarity.
In 2024, the Fort Worth Chamber (FWC) is launching a focused effort to lead, engage, and advocate for a vibrant business community. With a mission to address critical issues, solve problems, and align resources, the Chamber is committed to enhancing the business climate and fostering economic prosperity throughout the Fort Worth region.
In Fort Worth's vibrant and growing business landscape, the Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce (FWC) is dedicated to supporting local companies with its business retention and expansion efforts, key to strengthening the community's economic vitality.
December 14, 2023 The Fort Worth Chamber, in collaboration with city leaders and several community organizations, recently welcomed DrinkPAK to Fort Worth with a new initiative called Welcome Fort Worth. Welcome Fort Worth, a new onboarding process for businesses relocating to Fort Worth led by the Chamber and the City of Fort Worth, marks a […]
EOSERA's second annual EmpowHERment Pitch Competition was held in November during Global Entrepreneurship Week. The competition focuses on female founders—or women who own the highest percentage of their business—whose companies are located in Texas. EOSERA’s CEO, Elyse Stoltz Dickerson, got her start by winning a pitch competition in the early days of jump-starting her business.
In a remarkable achievement, Ampersand Coffee, one of the Fort Worth Chamber's Small Business of the Year winners for 2023, seized a unique opportunity to pitch their business at The Chase for Business: Make Your Move Summit. This prestigious event, which stands as one of the largest gatherings for small business owners in Texas, unfolded from November 1 to November 3 in Frisco.
The Fort Worth Chamber recently hosted "Build Your Fort Worth: Education," presented by EECU. This event featured a panel conversation with workforce and business development professionals who discussed strategies for bridging the gap between local businesses, educational institutions, and homegrown talent.
The Fort Worth Chamber's Manufacturers Group is addressing barriers to business growth based on recent findings that underscore the pivotal role of manufacturing and infrastructure in Tarrant County's economy.
Over the last three years, the Fort Worth Chamber has meticulously tracked the top three challenges local businesses are currently facing. Talent has consistently ranked among the top three challenges year after year.
In the ever-evolving landscape of business, staying ahead of the curve is crucial. The Fort Worth Chamber's recent Business Retention and Expansion interviews have shed light on a key strategy for achieving this: micro certifications and continued education. As technology advances, so do the expectations and requirements within the workforce. As job roles and talent […]
October 6, 2023 As the Chamber continues to expand its efforts in business retention and expansion, the importance of networks becomes increasingly evident. Whether they are committee members, area board representatives, or individuals passionate about fostering professional relationships, their networks play a pivotal role in driving positive change. The Business Retention and Expansion Committee members, […]
Since late last year, Business Walks have become a pivotal component of the Fort Worth Chamber's Business Retention and Expansion (BRE) efforts. The organization’s area boards have embraced business walks to engage with small business owners in their respective communities. These face-to-face conversations have proved invaluable in gaining insights into business trends and challenges. In […]
Last week, the Fort Worth Chamber’s West Area Board focused its Business Retention and Expansion (BRE) efforts within the Calmont, Cherry, Alta Mere, and Camp Bowie boundaries. Volunteers and board members engaged with 14 individual companies through door-to-door visits, phone calls, and a business climate meeting.
The Fort Worth Chamber continues to empower Fort Worth’s manufacturing industry, and for the remainder of 2023 and into 2024, they have an exciting lineup of events planned for the Fort Worth Manufacturing Mastermind Group.
In a bid to enhance the ease of relocating businesses to the vibrant city of Fort Worth, the Fort Worth Chamber (FWC) and the City of Fort Worth are collaborating on an innovative onboarding process. Drawing insights from conversations with companies that have relocated in the past two years, the initiative aims to simplify the transition for businesses and their employees.
