Austin business and local-development news, summarized here with a link to the original source for the full story.
A study by commercial insurer USA Business Insurance ranked Austin #1 based on new business applications, small-business employment growth, commercial permits, and population/workforce migration trends.
Read more at AOL / USA Business Insurance →Austin Economic Development partnered with global nonprofit Kiva to launch the city's first crowdfunded microloan hub, aimed at helping local entrepreneurs start or grow a business.
Read more at AustinTexas.gov →City Council approved a resolution (March 26, 2026) allowing small-scale commercial operations from residents' homes, part of the city's "Strong Local Commerce" push to counter high commercial rents.
Read more at Austin Today / AustinTexas.gov →City Council approved the first round of a two-part incentive package supporting long-standing small businesses in East and Southwest Austin.
Read more at Community Impact →Denise Davis (Davis Kaufman PLLC) was named Board Chair and David Jabour Chair-Elect, with terms beginning January 1, 2026.
Read more at Austin Chamber of Commerce →