Advocating for Businesses in Austin

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At our recent Chamber Membership Luncheon, Glenn Hammer, President & CEO, Texas Association of Business, spoke on several topics regarding TAB’s focus for 2023. Some of these topics included their focus on workforce development, education and healthcare to name a few

TAB’s work in Austin with the governor ’ s office and state legislators are vital to small businesses across the state of Texas Glenn’s message for the afternoon was to inspire those in attendance to know the vital work that is done by every chamber throughout Texas & speak out!

TAB’s support with reskilling and upskilling initiatives to ensure that businesses can meet Texas hiring needs is vital to business growth in our communities TAB is committed to education on the K-12 level by supporting policies like paid apprenticeship opportunities and internships, increased access to K-12 computer science teach training and student instruction. Helping to remove barriers for veterans and second chance hiring for those that are re-entering the workforce is another key initiative.

On the healthcare front, TAB is leading efforts to make sure that employers are protected from legislation that increases health care costs, like mandated benefits With Texas being the #1 energy provider in the US, TAB will continue their efforts to build both economical and sustainable policies that allow businesses to thrive in a free enterprise market

Our chamber supports many of these actions as we know that a strong Texas Association of Business is good for our business community Likewise, a strong chamber is good for every local community Your chamber, continues to be a voice for you locally and on the state level with partnerships like TAB

We need each of you and other businesses like you to continue your support of the chamber so that we collectively can move the needle forward for many generations to come.

Believe, Achieve and Receive!