Texas Business Leader Alliance

The Texas Business Leader Alliance was proud to sponsor and participate in the Greater Houston Partnership's 2025 Washington, D.C. Fly-In, bringing Houston's business priorities directly to federal policymakers. This strategic initiative connected our regional business leaders with key decision-makers on Capitol Hill, including productive meetings with: ?? Senator John Cornyn ??US Rep. Sylvia Garcia ??US Rep. Sam Graves Chairman of the House Transportation Committee Our discussions focused on important regional priorities: ??Supporting the coastal barrier project to protect our infrastructure ??Positioning Texas as a continued leader in energy transition ??Promoting economic development initiatives critical to our region's growth The Texas Business Leader Alliance continues our long-standing commitment to representing our state’s business interests at the federal level. #EconomicDevelopment #HoustonBusiness #RegionalGrowth #TexasBusinessLeaderAlliance

Last week we hosted a special education briefing “Reining in Health Care Prices: Opportunities in Texas” along with Texas Employers for Affordable Health Care. Here’s what we covered: The impact of rising prices on small businesses owners in Texas? What’s at play in the Texas State Legislature and how legislative opportunities can help reign in costs? Solutions that can help businesses reduce health care benefits expenses without sacrificing quality With health care expenses growing, many businesses are struggling to grapple with the high prices and having to make tough decisions that impact their bottom line. If you’d like to learn more, watch the briefing here: https://lnkd.in/eG7XEuBJ #Healthcare #TexasSmallBusiness #SmallBizAF?

This year, the Texas Legislature is driving some significant change. As a small business owner, I want my voice to be heard! That's why I'm a member of the Texas Business Leader Alliance. The Alliance is empowering business voices to work for a thriving Texas. Join forces with Texas business leaders to elevate our voices on key issues. Visit @txbizleader to sign up for updates and opportunities to get involved.?

Chris E. Wallace, IOM, CCE and John P. Hernandez of the Texas Business Leader Alliance share their thoughts on how Texas businesses can lead the way back to civil discourse on the tough issues facing our great state.

This year, the Texas Legislature is driving some significant change. As a small business owner, I want my voice to be heard! That's why I'm a member of the Texas Business Leader Alliance. The Alliance is empowering business voices to work for a thriving Texas. Join forces with Texas business leaders to elevate our voices on key issues. Visit @txbizleader to sign up for updates and opportunities to get involved.?

“Our focus at TBLA is to bring everyone to the table to find common ground using strategic programs and research initiatives that inform economic policy.” ?? In a recent interview on KPRC, Sharon Watkins Jones, Senior Advisor of Texas Business Leader Alliance, shared how the Texas Business Leader Alliance (TBLA) brings together leaders from diverse industries to actively shape our state’s economic future through civic engagement. From addressing economic issues to civic participation, TBLA is committed to ensuring businesses have the support they need to encourage economic growth and development in our communities. Watch the full interview to learn more about TBLA: https://lnkd.in/ewGHH-tg #TBLA #BusinessLeaders

Check out Texas Business Leader Alliance (TBLA) Senior Advisor Sharon Watkins Jones on KRLD’s CEO Spotlight with David Johnson where she shares the purpose of TBLA’s founding. Listen to the full interview: https://lnkd.in/eSk-Futk #TexasBusiness #CivicEngagement #TexasBusinessLeader

“97% of Texas business leaders recognize the importance of civic engagement, however, 64% believe businesses could participate more actively in civic processes, and that has been the impetus for the founding of this organization.” -Sharon Jones, Texas Business Leader Alliance Advisor ? Texas Business Leader Alliance (TBLA) advisor Sharon Watkins Jones was interviewed live on KPRC. She shared why TBLA was created, the concerns among Texas business leaders, and how TBLA plans to address them. Watch the full interview here: https://lnkd.in/eknfepj9 #TexasBusiness #TexasLeaders #TexasBusinessLeaders

Check out Texas Business Leader Alliance advisory board member Dr. Anjanette Wyatt on Public News Service discussing the launch of the Texas Business Leader Alliance. The Texas Business Leader Alliance is giving Lone Star State business leaders a voice for policies that strengthen businesses, foster a robust economy, and build resilient communities. Check out the full interview here: https://lnkd.in/eRkRU-Sy #TexasBusiness #TexasLeaders #TexasBusinessLeaders

The new Texas Business Leader Alliance is empowering business voices for a thriving Texas. Join forces with Texas business leaders to elevate our voices on key issues. Visit https://lnkd.in/er3MyGZ7 to sign up for updates and opportunities to get involved. #TexasBusiness #TBLA #TexasBusinessLeaders