Advancing Workforce Development
We support funding for student success and programs that enhance workforce training.
Ensuring that Central Texas has the workforce it needs to support all the growth our region has coming our way is central to our mission. Throughout the year, we support funding for student success and programs that enhance workforce training, like our high school internship program with Austin ISD.
Austin Chamber & Austin ISD's Summer Internship Program
This summer, over 30 chamber businesses opened their doors and hosted 180 high school students throughout Travis County. In addition, we partnered with AISD to pilot a paid high school professional internship program providing students with soft skills training, networking opportunities, and mentorship from career professionals.
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Recent News
Economic Outlook 2024: A Recap
Our Economic Outlook event on Monday, December 2nd, where Alan McKnight, Jr, CFA from Regions Bank gave us an insightful, informative forecast on what's ahead for our economy, and our panelists Kristin Marcum, Ann Huff Stevens, and Monica Medina did an incredible job diving into all the affordability challenges in our city.
Dec 5, 2024
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State of the City: Mayor Watson's Address, Regional Issues Panel, and More
Our State of the City event on Tuesday, October 15th where Mayor Kirk Watson shared vital insights into Austin's achievements, opportunities, and economic landscape. Thank you to our board member Trey Salinas, who facilitated a panel on local issues featuring experts including Dr. Michael Webber (energy and water), Pamela Madere (public safety), and Jason Becker (local economic issues and the lending landscape).
Oct 18, 2024
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Austin Chamber's State of Talent & Education 2024 Recap
At our 19th annual State of Talent & Education event on Thursday, September 4th, we reinforced our commitment to building the future workforce Austin needs to thrive. Leaders across Central Texas shared their insights on the critical issues shaping our region’s education and labor landscape.
Sep 9, 2024
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