The Chamber was grateful to attend last week’s Fort Sam Houston World War I Centennial Ceremony honoring the 90th Infantry Division at the historic quadrangle. This event was full of tradition and reverence, signaling the immense impact of the ...
Due to the devastating aftermath of Hurricane Harvey, blood centers are working in overdrive to fill the blood bank for the hurricane survivors in need. Blood centers typically see a drastic decline in in blood donations during the summer season, ...
As we continue to see the devastation along the Texas Coast and in Houston in the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey, we are keeping those affected in our thoughts and prayers. San Antonio is a generous and giving city, and we are proud to serve as a ...
The Chamber’s Cybersecurity Industry Council, the driving force behind CyberSecurity San Antonio, has launched a new task force that aims to better quantify and promote the talent transitioning out of post-secondary education providers with ...
Dear valued members and partners,As Hurricane Harvey makes its way to the Coastal Bend, it is likely that San Antonio will experience severe weather and flooding. We want to make sure you and your family stay safe, so we wanted to share some ways to ...
House Ways and Means Committee Chairman U.S. Congressman Kevin Brady (R-TX-8) is making his way to San Antonio to address business leaders about efforts to deliver comprehensive tax reform in 2017. The Chamber is hosting Chairman Brady on August 31 ...
Known as a passionate and effective fighter for limited government and economic growth, United States Senator Ted Cruz addressed a packed room of nearly 150 business and community leaders on Monday to kick-off the Chamber’s 2017 Congressional ...
The San Antonio Chamber of Commerce and the San Antonio Hispanic Chamber of Commerce are pleased to announce the Co-Chairs of the 2018 class of Leadership San Antonio (LSA) are Casandra Matej, President and CEO of Visit San Antonio and Denise ...
San Antonio is the seventh largest city in the United States with nearly 1.5 million residents recorded in 2016. It is projected to grow by one million people by the year 2040 and is part of one of the fastest-growing regions in the country. With ...
In a week filled with the excitement of welcoming another strong freshmen class for the University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA), administrators celebrated the work of outgoing interim President Dr. Pedro Reyes and welcomed their new President, Dr. ...
The Chamber’s Public Affairs Council welcomed City Manager Sheryl Sculley to present the city’s proposed $2.7 billion budget, allowing members the opportunity to weigh in on how their tax dollars will be spent in fiscal year 2018. Under ...
Your Chamber was among the many who welcomed the new Mexican Consul General, Ambassador Reyna Torres Mendívil, at City Hall on August 10. At the beginning of the City Council Session, the Mayor and City Council Members greeted and encouraged ...
We couldn’t be more excited about our upcoming trip to South Africa March 10 – 18, 2018, and we have told you that you that when you join us, you will visit amazing cities, witness awe-inspiring scenery and indulge in great culture in ...
Prime Time - a Membership Showcase, is coming on October 11! This event will showcase our new members that signed up during our 2017 membership campaign, members that increased their membership during the campaign and our wonderful volunteers.Think ...
The San Antonio Chamber of Commerce and members of our Military Affairs Council were honored to host the Air Education Training Command’s (AETC) Trophy Presentation Reception at our historic downtown office. The attendees included leaders from ...
The San Antonio Chamber of Commerce Military Affairs Council was invited by MG Clarence “K.K.” Chinn to Army South (ARSOUTH) Headquarters to take a peek into the annual PANAMAX exercise, which takes place in Central America and the ...
The San Antonio Chamber of Commerce continues to work with many individuals and agencies who are seeking a solution to ending homelessness in our city. As such, we continue to support the American GI Forum (AGIF) efforts to provide ...
Last week, the Chamber’s Water Committee hosted San Antonio Water System (SAWS) to present their proposed 2017 Water Management Plan. Darren Thompson, Director of Natural Resources, briefed members on efforts to maintain a sustainable water ...
Highlighting the local and foreign investments that make San Antonio strong, LSA 42 members were able to visit with presenters outlining why San Antonio is primed for continued economic success.Starting off with a focus on San Antonio’s small ...
Your San Antonio Chamber of Commerce is uniting with eight other Chambers of Commerce, Visit San Antonio, Centro, the San Antonio Tourism Council, and several local leaders to oppose discriminatory legislation that would hamper our ability to ...
The San Antonio Chamber of Commerce submitted written testimony to the Trade Subcommittee of the House Ways and Means Committee, which has Congressional jurisdiction over trade. The testimony is in support of the modernization of the North American ...
Create timeless memories on the South Africa Chamber Tour, which will take place March 10 – 19, 2018, and enjoy one of Africa’s leading attractions, Kruger National Park. When we visit Kruger National Park, we will begin with an ...
Recently your Chamber launched its own health and wellness program. The yearlong program focuses on guiding employees to a healthier today and tomorrow. Thank you to our amazing donors Centro Med, Methodist Stone Oak, SWBC, Whataburger, Taco ...
July’s mixer at Bob’s Steak and Chop was one of the biggest mixers of 2017 so far! More than 120 members and non-members joined us to mix, mingle, and network with each other. Bob’s Steak and Chop has always been a great host, ...
On August 21, there will be a Total Solar Eclipse cutting across the continental United States. In San Antonio, the moon will slowly obscure the sun's disk to a maximum of 61% by mid-day in a Partial Solar Eclipse. Those along the narrow path of ...
In partnership with the City of San Antonio and Bexar County, Accenture Federal Services has launched a new apprenticeship program focused on providing 50 paid apprenticeships this year for students and adults from the Eastside Education and ...
Pictured above from left to right: Liza Barratachea, San Antonio Chamber President Richard Perez, Mayor Ron Nirenberg, Casandra Matej, and Andi RodriguezAlong with more than 250 individuals, business leaders, and tourism advocates, your San Antonio ...
On July 21, the San Antonio Chamber of Commerce and Free Trade Alliance San Antonio hosted Congressmen Henry Cuellar (D-TX-28) and Will Hurd (R-TX-23) for a discussion on the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) and international trade ...
Your Chamber was honored to be on hand last Thursday when the University of Incarnate Word held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of the School of Osteopathic Medicine at Brooks City Base. Many of San Antonio’s community ...
The San Antonio Chamber’s Military Affairs Council’s Woman to Woman, Leader to Leader Committee was hosted by Debbie Serot, Senior Vice President of Corporate Communications, and her great team at Harland Clarke in their beautiful state ...