City of Austin Redesigns 380 Incentive Policy. And It’s NOT Good News!
UPDATE: When first presented with the direction and concepts of the new 380 economic development package, I applauded the efforts to focus…
August 8, 2018
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10th Anniversary Benchmarks
[et_pb_section bb_built=”1″][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”3_4″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.13.1″ text_font_size=”18px”] In 2012 the Austin Independent Business Alliance celebrated ten years of building the local movement in Austin, Texas. As the only nonprofit exclusively representing independent businesses, AIBA has worked to engage businesses and citizens alike in creating a more vibrant, sustainable community for Austin. 1. AIBA created the Buy Local
August 8, 2018
Local Economies Council A Sister Org for AiBA
AIBA has formed a sister organization to enhance our mission of supporting and promoting locally owned business. The Local Economies Council (LEC) is a 501(c)3 recognized by the IRS as a tax deductible organization. Having a 501(c)3 allows us to apply for grants and foundation funding. The Local Economies Council is dedicated to: • educating the public
August 8, 2018
AIBA Welcomes New Board Members
AIBA is excited to welcome three new board members to the AIBA Board. Michael Searle, Executive Director of The Austin Fund, Hoover Alexander, Owner…
August 5, 2018
$200,000 Awarded to LookThinkMake, LLC to promote Local Business to Tourists
Last year, AIBA attended meetings of the Visitor Impact Task Force to present the idea that our unique local businesses are a huge tourist draw.
August 3, 2018
City Recycling Standards for Your Business
Since 2012 the City of Austin has imposed or facilitated mandatory recycling programs. This is part of an effort to comply with Austin’s Zero Waste goal
July 3, 2018
