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Children's Advocacy Center Leader to Speak at National Children's Alliance Leadership Conference in
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEChildren's Advocacy Center Leader to Speak at National Children's Alliance Leadership Conference in Washington, DCBastrop, Texas — The Children’s Advocacy Center, Serving Bastrop, Lee and Fayette Counties, a leading local nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering hope and healing for children and families affected by abuse, is proud to announce that our Executive Director, Meagan Webb, has been invited to speak at the prestigious National Children's Alliance Leadership Conference in
TAB Celebrates: HB5 Is On Its Way To The Governor's Desk
TAB Celebrates: HB 5 Is On Its Way To The Governor's Desk Austin, TX — As the Texas State Chamber, The Texas Association of Business (TAB) today released a statement thanking the Senate and House conferees for passing CCR for HB 5: “Texas' reputation as the top state for economic development has been further reinforced by HB 5,” said TAB CEO Glenn Hamer. “The business community thanks Lt. Governor Dan Patrick, Speaker Dade Phelan, Chairman Todd Hunter, and Chairman Charles Schwertner for their tireless
Create a Financial Cushion for Your Small Business Using These Strategies
Running a small business can be an exciting and rewarding opportunity, but it can also come with many risks. To be successful, small business owners must create a financial safety net to protect their businesses from potential pitfalls. The Bastrop Chamber of Commerce has put together this article that will provide tips on how small business owners can build a solid financial foundation and prepare for the road ahead.Build an Emergency Fund Having an emergency fund is essential for any small business
Bastrop Chamber of Commerce Participates in Best Place for Working Parents National Summit
For Immediate Release May 11, 2023 Contact: Becki Womble, CCE, IOM President & CEO (512) 303-0558 bwomble@bastropchamber.com Bastrop chamber of commerceparticipates in best place for working parents national summit Bastrop, TX (May 11, 2023) —Last week, May 3-5, 2023, staff from the Bastrop Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with Bastrop County Cares, joined hundreds of Fortune 500 company leaders in Fort Worth, Texas for The Best Place for Working Parents® 2023
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Comptroller Glenn Hegar Distributes $1.2 Billion in Monthly Sales Tax Revenue to Local Governments
(AUSTIN) — Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar announced today he will send cities, counties, transit systems and special purpose districts $1.2 billion in local sales tax allocations for May, 4.3 percent more than in May 2022. These allocations are based on sales made in March by businesses that report tax monthly and sales made in January, February and March by quarterly filers. LOCAL SALES TAX ALLOCATIONS (May 2023) Recipient May 2023Allocations Change fromMay
April 2023 Sales Tax Allocations
Sales tax allocation comparison summary reports present data on monthly local sales and use tax payments to local jurisdictions. These payments represent funds identified for local jurisdictions since the previous month’s distribution. When used with other local indicators, these reports may help indicate present and future economic trends. For additional information visit: http://www.comptroller.texas.gov/transparency/local/allocations/sales-tax/.
Bastrop EDC Welcomes New Marketing and Business Development Manager
Welcome Drew Chance, new Marketing and Business Development Manager for the BEDC Please join the BEDC staff in welcoming Drew Chance as the new BEDC Marketing and Business Development Manager. In this new role, Drew will be responsible for the BEDC’s business retention and expansion efforts, business development, and coordinating the BEDC’s marketing strategy. Drew came to Bastrop from the Sam Houston State University Small Business Development Center (SBDC) in The Woodlands, Texas, where he provided
Bastrop Chamber of Commerce Announces Hiring of Communication & Media Manager
Contact: Becki Womble, CCE, IOM Bastrop Chamber of Commerce President/CEO (512) 303-0558 bwomble@bastropchamber.com FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 20, 2023 Bastrop Chamber of Commerce Announces Hiring of Communication & Media Manager Bastrop, Texas (March 20, 2023) – The Bastrop Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors and staff has announced the hiring of Kornyan Bailey as the Communications & Media Manager. His primary focus
Bastrop Chamber of Commerce Transitions Bastrop Patriotic Festival™ to City of Bastrop
Contact: Becki Womble, CCE, IOMBastrop Chamber of Commerce President/CEO(512) 303-0558bwomble@bastropchamber.com FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJanuary 23, 2023 Bastrop Chamber of Commerce Transitions Bastrop Patriotic Festival™ to City of Bastrop The Bastrop Chamber of Commerce has been honored to serve our community by hosting the Patriotic Festival for the past 31 years. In cooperation with the city, we are pleased to announce the City of Bastrop will begin organizing the festival in 2023. While the
How to Take Your Bastrop, TX Business’ Marketing Department Into Your Own Hands
Marketing is a vital part of any business. It helps you attract new customers, retain existing ones, and boost your bottom line. But what happens when you don't have the budget for a full-fledged marketing department? That's where becoming your own marketing department comes in! By learning the various marketing channels available and crafting a strategic plan, you can make sure your marketing efforts are as effective as possible — without breaking the bank. Keep reading for some helpful tips from the
