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San Antonio business leaders Peter J. Holt and Walter M. Embrey will be inducted into the Texas Business Hall of Fame and honored at a dinner Nov. 12. Henry Cisneros has launched the Central Texas Alliance to give the I-35 corridor, a $460 billion ...

Inside this issue: State Sen. Donna Campbell joins Greater Conversations to talk property tax relief, education, infrastructure and the strain AI and data centers put on Texas' energy and water.

Inside this issue: Celebrate America's Military returns in November for its 55th year, with the Spirit of America Dinner, Veterans Legacy Luncheon and Enlisted Appreciation Reception on the calendar. San Antonio Ready to Work earns three gold-level international awards after placing nearly 6,000 residents in better-paying jobs. 

Inside this issue: Leadership San Antonio Class 51 names its co-chairs, and applications are open through Oct. 16. 

When Paige Blend Berry and Carrie Goudge Dyer launched their business in January 2024, friends weren’t surprised they paid tribute to their collaborative spirit with the company name.

As Americans continue commemorating the nation’s 250^th anniversary, The National Military Monument is offering a one-of-a-kind tribute honoring more than 41 million Americans who have answered the call to serve across 250 years of history. Located on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C., the monument invites visitors to reflect on the generations of Americans whose courage, sacrifice and commitment have shaped the nation and safeguarded our freedoms.

Inside this issue: small businesses connect with the region's biggest economic drivers at Doing Business in San Antonio. Pat Frost steps in as interim president and CEO, effective Dec. 2.

Nearly 250 local leaders gathered for the Greater San Antonio Chamber's Command Reception, presented by USAA, to welcome incoming commanders and thank the leaders rotating out of Joint Base San Antonio.

Big week for the Greater San Antonio Chamber. We're paying tribute to President & CEO Jeff Webster, who announced he'll retire Dec. 1, 2026.

Our Annual All Members Meeting, presented by Pam Health, brought together the region's brightest minds and most beloved mascots, from the Spurs Coyote to Ballapeno.

This week in SA Inc: City Council weighs a new Spurs arena vote, Chair Kevin Dinnin's Express-News op ed shares where the Chamber stands, plus Leadership San Antonio Class 50, the Doing Business in San Antonio luncheon, USAA's new military monument, and healthcare news from Methodist and CHRISTUS.

In this edition of News from the Greater San Antonio Chamber in the San Antonio Express-News covers the Stay in SA workforce initiative with the City of San Antonio, new leadership at Joint Base San Antonio and the 502nd Air Base Wing, and a Small Business Spotlight on Maven Collaborative founders Paige Berry and Carrie Dyer. Plus, Boeing earns another award and Innova Recovery Center opens its fifth San Antonio location.

KLRN is celebrating national recognition after its children's digital series, Hank & Emma Faye Sign of the Day, earned two Silver Telly Awards during the 47th Annual Telly Awards.

Wake up to the latest business news in today's San Antonio Express-News. This week: a behind-the-scenes tour of Joint Base San Antonio's Camp Bullis, San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo riding into the America250 Rodeo in D.C., Restore Education launching an adult high school charter this August, two national Telly Awards for Emma Faye Rudkin and Hank of Aid the Silent, plus updates from Morris Technologies, Quick Quack Car Wash and UTSA.

During Fourth of July celebrations in Washington, D.C., the San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo joined leaders from across the western industry for America's 250 Rodeo on the National Mall, showcasing the rich western heritage that defines the region while demonstrating the economic and cultural impact the western industry creates across the nation.

Toyota's investing $3.6B in its San Antonio plant, adding 2,000 jobs, Methodist Hospital opened a new Midwifery Clinic in the Medical Center, Spurs Sports & Entertainment launched community conversations on the future downtown arena...and more! 

Chamber member chefs Johnny Hernandez and Jason Dady brought local flavor to San Antonio Airport's new Terminal A, University Health's NICU kept its Level IV rating, the state's highest for newborn care, Fifth Army cased its colors after 55 years at JBSA-Fort Sam Houston... and more!

📰 This week in the Express-News: News from The Chamber and its Members! From military medicine to March Madness, this week's edition has it all! We Mean Business. Join us and grow your business in 2026. 📞 (210) 229-2163 | 🌐 sachamber.org

Toyota Motor Manufacturing, Texas, Inc. announced plans to add a second vehicle assembly line at its South San Antonio plant, a $3.6 billion investment expected to create 2,000 new jobs, Gov. Greg Abbott's office confirmed.

SeaWorld San Antonio is marking America's 250th birthday with a limited-time patriotic celebration running June 26 through July 5, featuring live military band performances, an all-new drone light show, fireworks and special recognition for military members and veterans.

San Antonio will host the NCAA Division I Women's Volleyball Final Four and National Championship at the Alamodome on Dec. 17 and Dec. 20, 2026, bringing the nation's top collegiate volleyball programs and thousands of fans to the city for one of college sports' most anticipated championships.

Fireworks are BACK in downtown San Antonio this July 4th! 💥🎆 Catch the spectacular show celebrating America's 250th Anniversary, plus a full day of festivities from Centro San Antonio — 5K, parade, live music and food. Get all the details and more in this week's roundup. 👇

Discover what's fueling the growth of San Antonio's healthcare industry and how community leaders are tackling behavioral health challenges. Thanks to Methodist Healthcare System, FirstDay Foundation, Baptist Health System, CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Health System and University Health for helping make the State of Healthcare possible. Plus: SBA Administrator Kelly Loeffler visited San Antonio to support our veteran entrepreneurs, and Leadership San Antonio - Class 50 checked out the city's Spurs-themed murals while reliving the playoff run.

The Spurs showed the world what San Antonio is made of, and so does this city's momentum. Check out the Greater San Antonio Chamber's section in the San Antonio Express-News for the latest on the Texas Space Summit, a $470M UTSA investment, and more initiatives moving our community forward. Visit sachamber.org.

The San Antonio Spurs' NBA Finals run means more than basketball for San Antonio — it's a win for economic impact and civic pride. Read why the Finals are a slam dunk for our community in the Greater San Antonio Chamber's section of today's San Antonio Express-News. Also inside: how the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber reacted when President & CEO Jeff Webster stopped by their offices to collect on a friendly wager from the Western Conference Finals, the lineup for the upcoming State of Healthcare breakfast, highlights from the recent Healthcare/Military Affairs Council meeting, and more.

For the Memorial Day weekend, USAA’s Poppy Wall of Honor has returned to the National Mall in Washington, D.C. for the seventh year.

From Kindergarten readiness, to celebrating Haven for Hope's first 15 years, to being represented in Washing DC, read all about the News for the Chamber and our members every week in the San Antonio Express-News! 

Greater San Antonio Chamber members embraced the spirit of exploration at a recent mixer hosted by Home2 Suites by Hilton on the San Antonio River Walk. Guests enjoyed hors d’oeuvres, entertainment and several memorable moments throughout the evening.

The Greater San Antonio Chamber recently hosted a panel discussion at Mytech Partners examining the workforce challenges and opportunities facing military service members and their families in San Antonio.

From connecting military talent to high-demand careers — featuring panelists from Hallmark University, Workforce Solutions Alamo, USAA and Port San Antonio — to USAA's Poppy Wall of Honor returning to the National Mall, a surprise $10,000 donation at our Home2 Suites mixer, and H-E-B's plans to invest $700M and add 1,200 jobs in San Antonio, there's a lot happening in our business community this week.