We are pleased to introduce the North San Antonio Chamber, 2023 Chairman of the Board, Danny Zimmermann, PE. Danny is Principal and co-founder of Cleary Zimmermann Engineers and leads the firm’s business and financial affairs, strategic business development initiatives, marketing, accounting, legal, IT, and firm operations.

As a Principal-in-Charge and Project Manager, Danny provides design and executive oversight for a wide array of projects, including academic facilities, hospitals, surgery centers, and clinics; clinical and research laboratories, retirement communities; and public and private facilities. Danny earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Texas at San Antonio and is a registered Professional Engineer in Texas.

We would also like to thank our 2022 Chairwoman of the Board, Melody Tomsu, Director of Client and Community Engagement at Joeris General Contractors, LLC.

As a long-time NSAC member, Melodye stepped into her role as Chairwoman and gave it her all and more, demonstrating true leadership.

Melodye's Board achievements include her beautiful Costa Rican-themed 2022 Gala, the inaugural Civic Leadership Academy, and a successful, first-ever Cyber Security Conference. But even more notably, Melodye committed to helping raise funds for the Children's Bereavement Center of South Texas to help support the families of the children and teachers who lost their lives at the Robb Elementary tragedy on May 24, 2022. Melodye fortified the Chamber’s longevity to continue to serve its' members into 2023 and beyond and to grow and move us forward exponentially.

NSAC Government Affairs Council Meeting-Jan 23

Thank you to our Government Affairs Chair, Rob Killen Killen, Griffin & Farrimond, PLLC, and our Senior Vice President, Government Affairs & Advocacy, Leticia Pena Martinez, for coordinating this week's meeting with Congressman Tony Gonzales U. S. Representative, District 23.

Prior to heading back to Washington, D.C., U.S. Congressman Gonzales shared his ongoing priorities for the U.S. Congressional District 23 and the San Antonio region that include the airport, infrastructure, apprenticeship and training programs, military and defense, and border security and immigration, all of which impact business and economic development.

Members interested in joining the Government Affairs Council, please email Leticia Peña Martinez

Austin-San Antonio corridor's growth boosts developments, inches closer to forming a metroplex

The Central Texas region from Austin to San Antonio experienced immense growth in the past decade due to economic development along the I-35 corridor.

By 2045, 53% of the population between San Antonio and Austin is expected to live within 5 miles of I-35, according to a 2019 study by the Capital Area Metropolitan Planning Organization and the Alamo Area Metropolitan Planning Organization.

In this study, the two organizations analyzed growth in the counties between San Antonio and Austin.

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Texas Leads the Nation for Job Creation

Texas Added More Jobs In 2022 Than Any Other State, Growing Jobs At The Fastest Rate In The Nation

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today congratulated Texans and Texas employers for helping make Texas the national leader in job creation, following the December employment release from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) showing Texas led all states for job creation in 2022. Texas added 650,100 nonfarm jobs over the year and grew jobs at 5.0%, the fastest rate in the nation.

“It is no surprise that Texas leads the nation for job creation, adding more jobs in 2022 and growing at a faster rate than any other state,” said Governor Greg Abbott. “Freed from the burden of over-taxation and the stranglehold of over-regulation, businesses continue to invest in Texas and in the best workforce in America. As a result, more Texans are working than ever before, putting even more Texas families on the path to prosperity. Texas works when Texans work, and in this legislative session, we will continue expanding opportunity and ensuring Texas remains the best state to live, work, build a business, and raise a family.”

Today’s BLS employment release follows the Governor’s announcement on Friday celebrating Texas again surpassing its all-time record for total jobs in December for the 14th consecutive month. With employers adding 29,500 nonfarm jobs in December and more than 650,000 added over the year, total jobs in Texas reached a new high of 13,705,500 at year-end.

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Governor Abbott Announces New Category For Texas

AUSTIN ─ Governor Greg Abbott today announced a new application category opening for the Texas Travel Industry Recovery Grant (TTIR) program through the Governor’s Office of Economic Development and Tourism, beginning February 1. The TTIR program provides one-time grants of up to $20,000 for the recovery of Texas businesses in the tourism, travel, and hospitality industry that were negatively impacted during the pandemic.

“Travel and tourism are critical to both the Texas economy and local economies, supporting one in 10 jobs in Texas,” said Governor Abbott. “All eligible tourism-related businesses in Texas are strongly encouraged to apply for this grant program. While direct travel spending in Texas is recovering at a faster rate than national averages, we continue supporting Texas businesses as they grow and expand. Visitor spending at Texas destinations brings more revenue into communities and spurs local job creation across industries in every region of our state. Working together, we will continue to build an even brighter Texas of tomorrow." 

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Texas Travel Industry Recovery Grant

Texas Travel Industry Stakeholders, Small Businesses & Economic Development Partners:

Starting February 1, 2023, a new application category will open for the Texas Travel Industry Recovery Grant (TTIR) program through the Texas Economic Development & Tourism Office. The TTIR Program provides one-time grants of up to $20,000 for the recovery of Texas businesses in the tourism, travel, and hospitality industry that were negatively impacted during the pandemic.

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Governor Abbott Appoints Three To State Independent Living Council

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Dana McGrath, Patrick Sturdivant, and Tiffany Walker to the State Independent Living Council for terms set to expire on October 24, 2025. The Council develops the State Plan for Independent Living and serves as a resource to state and local organizations on independent living and related issues for persons with disabilities.

 Tiffany Walker of San Antonio is the vice president of services for San Antonio Lighthouse for the Blind and a licensed professional counselor. She is a member of the Academy for Certification of Vision Rehabilitation. Additionally, she is a volunteer for the San Antonio Founders Lions Club, Chosen Care, and SJRC Texas, formerly known as St. Jude’s Ranch for Children. Walker received a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Lamar University and a Master of Arts in Psychology from Our Lady of the Lake University.

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Thank you to all our members that already registered with the San Antonio Lighthouse for the Blind & Visually Impaired and set up their discount!

For those that would like to sign up for the Office Supply Affinity Program, and help support this great charitable organization, please use the following coupon code

The coupon codes for January are:

NSACJAN10OFF$100 ($10 OFF A MINIMUM $100 PRE-TAX ORDER) Expires 01/31/23

NSACJAN5OFF$50 ($5 OFF A MINIMUM $50 PRE-TAX ORDER). Expires 01/31/23

Codes cannot be combined with other discounts on the same order. Codes may be used by EACH account user one time per month. Codes expire on 1/31/23.

Contact SA Lighthouse Customer Support with any questions or to open an account. customersupport@salighthouse.org or (210)-531-1549

Alamo Colleges currently has a bidding opportunity for the Purchase of Dining Services. The deadline for submissions is February 2, 2023. For more information about this bid, please visit www.alamo.edu/purchasing or contact Terry Loomis at tloomis2@alamo.edu