11/11/24 With the 2024 state elections behind us, the countdown to the start of the 89th Texas Legislature has begun. The Fort Worth Chamber has released its State Legislative Agenda for the upcoming session. This list of key, broad policy priorities is focused on improving the state of our economy and the interests of the […]
11/6/2024 What’s Ahead in Washington Former President Donald Trump will be returning to the White House. With Republicans gaining control of the White House, Senate, and potentially maintaining the majority in the House of Representatives, policy proposals that were announced on the campaign trail are anticipated to take up much of the oxygen in 2025. […]
November 8, 2024 On October 23, the Fort Worth Chamber’s West Area Board and volunteers gathered for a Business Walk that kicked off at Firefighting’s Finest in West Fort Worth. This initiative connects chamber members with local companies, providing a unique opportunity to listen, learn, and strengthen relationships within the community. The Chamber conducts multiple […]
Responding to the growing concerns of Fort Worth business owners highlighted in the Chamber's Business Retention and Expansion (BRE) surveys, the Fort Worth Chamber has launched a Homelessness Task Force to develop a comprehensive toolkit to help businesses effectively navigate this pressing issue. The toolkit, set to be released in January 2025, will equip business […]
By: Henri Nilsen, Business Advocacy Manager The Texas Skills Development Fund (SDF) stands out as a key tool in modernizing the workforce and maintaining Texas’ competitive edge in an increasingly digital, global economy. The rapid pace of technological advancement presents both opportunities and challenges for businesses. Whether integrating new technologies or navigating shifting market demands, […]
By: Henri Nilsen, Business Advocacy Manager For more than a century, the energy industry has played a pivotal role in Fort Worth's economic prosperity. To further strengthen this critical sector, the Fort Worth Chamber has created the Energy Council, a new initiative designed to foster peer-to-peer discussions among leaders in the energy industry and its […]
By Steve Montgomery, President & CEO, Fort Worth Chamber Education is a cornerstone of economic prosperity, serving as a critical driver for individual and collective advancement. The relationship between education and economic prosperity is multifaceted, encompassing improved employability, increased productivity, innovation, and societal well-being. In examining this relationship and the impact education plays in fostering […]
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A dynamic downtown is crucial to the vitality of any community, serving as a powerful engine for economic growth. Despite their smaller geographic footprint, downtowns hold immense economic and cultural value. They not only generate substantial tax revenue and support a thriving business environment but also play a pivotal role in providing cultural amenities and […]
In response to chamber members and area boards, a new way to make strong connections in the Fort Worth business community has arrived. The Fort Worth Chamber’s new Council Coffees have completed their first two pilot events for our members in the South and East area councils and attendees are excited for more. Fort Worth’s […]
Many local businesses may not be aware that the Fort Worth Chamber (FWC) offers expansion assistance to companies regardless of membership status, benefiting both members and non-members. In Fort Worth, Growth for One is Growth for All At the FWC, we understand the importance of growing local businesses, and we want to set our local […]
As part of its Leaders in Government series, the Fort Worth Chamber is excited to welcome Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar to Fort Worth on September 10. As Comptroller, Hegar serves as Texas’ chief financial officer – the state’s treasurer, check writer, tax collector, procurement officer and revenue estimator. Hegar was first elected to the position […]
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) finalized its proposed rule to cap credit card late fees earlier this year. It was immediately met with opposition by industry and trade groups. In addition to the CFPB exceeding its authority, there were concerns about the unintended consequences of the proposal. By not allowing credit card companies to […]
The Fort Worth Chamber's South Area Board has kicked it into high gear as we cross into the second half of 2024. The group met the first week of July with a deep agenda of initiatives to bring substantial value to the business community all the way into 2025. The South Area Board has begun […]
The new task force will begin its work by addressing a critical issue facing local and regional companies in the automotive and fleet-dependent sectors — the difficulty in finding and hiring skilled candidates. Automotive Task Force to Strengthen Local Workforce The Fort Worth Chamber (FWC) places its highest priority on helping local businesses survive and […]
