The Austin Independent Business Alliance, a nonprofit organization of local business owners, has a long history of advocacy in giving voice to independent business at the local level. We believe that, as an integral part of our community and the foundation of our local economy, independent businesses are not only an economic powerhouse but stewards […]
Let the Armadillo Awards promote your business It’s easy! And fun! 1. Donate your product or service to the Dillo Fundraiser Raffle We hold a fundraising raffle of themed collections full of great donations from our members. It’s a great way to promote your business and so easy! The raffle winners are announced throughout the sho at
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Many of you have been wondering what’s happening with the Angel Funeral Home property. AIBA is working with Sayers Real Estate Advisors to populate a new development with local businesses that are compatible with the neighborhood and the South First IBIZ District. The new development will be retail on the ground floor with condos above
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by Olivia Lavecchia Originally published in ILSR Hometown Advantage Bulletin In many U.S. cities, finding and keeping an affordable location has become a major challenge for independent businesses. Two years ago, we took an in-depth look at the issue in our report, Affordable Space: How Rising Commercial Rents Are Threatening Independent Businesses, and What Cities
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Council Member Ann Kitchen has reached out to AIBA to see if any local business owners are interested in serving on two business committees. Both the MBE/WBE and Small Business Enterprise Procurement Program Advisory Committee and the Economic Prosperity Commission have openings. If you are interested on serving on either of these Council Committees, please contact
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