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Fort Worth Chamber Energy Council Hosts Trisha Curtis for Special Speaker Series 

The Fort Worth Chamber’s Energy Council recently hosted Trisha Curtis, President and CEO of PetroNerds, LLC, as part of its Special Speaker Series sponsored by RHR Capital and Whitley Penn. Curtis, a leading energy economist and strategist, founded PetroNerds in 2015 after serving as Director of Research for Upstream and Midstream at the Energy Policy […]

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2025 Q3 Letter From the President

Dear Members, As the third quarter of 2025 comes to a close, it’s a fitting time to pause and recognize the meaningful strides we’ve made together. Your active involvement with the Fort Worth Chamber continues to fuel our work—helping us advocate effectively and deliver real value to our business community. This quarter has been marked […]

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Celebrating October Chamber Anniversaries

Each milestone represents years of dedication to both the Chamber and the Fort Worth community. From small businesses to legacy institutions, these members continue to fuel growth, create opportunity, and strengthen the fabric of our city. We’re proud to honor their ongoing partnership and impact. ⭐️ 87 Years – Cantey Hanger LLP⭐️ 84 Years – […]

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Bringing Business Leaders Together in the Cultural District 

Last week, the Fort Worth Chamber’s West Area Board and the Cultural District Alliance (CDA) jointly hosted a happy hour at Ampersand, to learn more about business climate challenges they are collectively facing.   With the Cultural and Entertainment Districts continuing to grow in popularity, the West Area Board and CDA saw this as a timely […]

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Fort Worth Chamber Names Nicholas Ditto 2025 Young Professional of the Year 

Fort Worth STEAM Academy Founder and CEO Recognized for Leadership and Community Impact at Young Professionals Summit  FORT WORTH, Texas – The Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce (FWC) has named Nicholas Ditto, Founder and CEO of Fort Worth STEAM Academy, as the 2025 recipient of its Young Professional of the Year Award. Selected for his […]

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Chamber Training: How to Upload a News Release to the M.I.C.

The Member Information Center (MIC) is where member company representatives can manage their company info, add or remove reps, and promote yourself through the uploading of events, news releases, and deals. Follow this step-by-step guide to uploading your company's news releases and announcements so that it appears on our public Member News page, increasing your […]

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Chamber Training: How to Upload an Event to the M.I.C.

The Member Information Center (MIC) is where member company representatives can manage their company info, add or remove reps, and promote yourself through the uploading of events, news releases, and deals. Follow this step-by-step guide to uploading your company's events so that it appears on our public events calendar page, increasing your event's exposure. Still […]

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Business Advocacy in Action: Understanding the Southeast Connector Project 

If you live or work in Fort Worth’s South or East areas, you’ve likely felt the effects of the US-287/I-820/I-20 expansion project. For many businesses, the ongoing construction has added layers of complexity to daily operations, from employee commutes to shipping logistics.  The Fort Worth Chamber’s Area Boards and Business Champions exist to elevate these […]

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Patti Steelman’s 25 Great Things

As Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of the Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce, Patti Steelman has had a front-row seat to the Chamber’s impact—supporting business growth, advocating for a strong economic climate, and helping make Fort Worth one of the best places to do business. On September 11, 2025, Patti celebrates 25 years […]

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Chamber Tees are Back in Play!

Sometimes even the best game plan leads to a few surprises on the field. At our Annual Meeting "The Playbook" this spring, we had a special booth set up to give away football-style Chamber t-shirts but we made too much! That’s great news for you, because now it’s time for a second half comeback. Made […]

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Spotlight on September Chamber Anniversaries

This month, we’re shining a spotlight on the businesses celebrating milestone years with the Chamber. From 85 years of partnership to first-year anniversaries, each represents a continued commitment to Fort Worth’s business community. Check out the members marking anniversaries this September and join us in congratulating them on their journey! ⭐️ 85 Years – National […]

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Girls Inc. of Tarrant County: Building Tomorrow’s Workforce Today

Provided by: Girls Inc. of Tarrant County The workforce of tomorrow is being built today, and Fort Worth businesses are clear about what they need most: employees with strong critical thinking, communication, and emotional intelligence. Yet as the Fort Worth Chamber recently shared, these are also the hardest skills to hire for and among the […]

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Small Business Development Program Update

Following the Fort Worth City Council’s vote to restructure its small business support programs—including the suspension of certain DEI initiatives—the Fort Worth Chamber reaffirms its commitment to a strong local business climate and the long-term success of Fort Worth’s small business community.  “As the leading voice for business in Fort Worth, the Chamber is focused […]

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FWC Announces Texas Health Resources as Winner of 2025 Vandergriff Award

FORT WORTH, Texas – The Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce (FWC) has named Texas Health Resources as the 2025 recipient of its prestigious Vandergriff Award. The award will be presented as part of FWC’s annual “State of the County” luncheon on Thursday, Aug. 21, at the Hilton Fort Worth. Established in 2011 in memory of […]

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Help Us Empower Fort Worth’s Small Businesses: Share the Free SizeUp Tool With Your Network 

What is SizeUp and Why It Matters  Fort Worth’s small business community is growing—and with that growth comes the need for smart, data-driven decisions. That’s why the Fort Worth Chamber is proud to offer SizeUp, a powerful, easy-to-use platform that gives entrepreneurs access to the kind of business intelligence normally reserved for large corporations.  Best […]

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