A collaboration between the Fort Bend Economic Development Council (FBEDC) and the Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce (FBCC) has led to the formation of a new initiative, The Fort Bend Business Partnership (FBBP). The FBBP will unite members of the FBEDC and the FBCC’s Chairman’s Circle within the FBCC to strengthen connections and advance vital…

The 2024 Fort Bend Legislative Conference, held November 21-22, 2024 at the Stephen F. Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel, brought together leaders from across Fort Bend County, including business representatives, elected officials, and policy experts, to collaboratively prepare for the upcoming 89th Texas Legislative Session. This conference provided a vital platform for stakeholders to align legislative…

The Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce that they have received a $600,000 Texas Reskilling and Upskilling through Education (TRUE) Grant by forming a consortium with Houston Community College Southwest (HCC-SW), Texas State Technical College (TSTC), and Wharton County Junior College (WCJC), with the University of Houston at Sugar Land, an instructional…

The Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce presents the largest class in the history of the Fort Bend Leadership Forum, the Class of 2025, generously sponsored by Sewell Audi Sugar Land.   This class represents the 37th year that a group of outstanding individuals will participate in a rigorous program of leadership development and community engagement through…

Galveston, TX — Local Chambers from across the state of Texas convened Tuesday night, June 25, 2024 for the TCCE (Texas Chamber of Commerce Executives) Annual Excellence Awards.  Texas Chambers of Commerce are recognized each year for outstanding marketing and communications work through the TCCE Communication Award Program.  Submissions are reviewed by an expert panel…

NEWS RELEASE For Immediate Release June 18, 2024 Contact:  Keri Schmidt Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce [email protected]| 281-491-0216 Fort Bend Chamber Earns Top Marks Again! The Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce has earned its third 5-Star Accreditation from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.   This is the highest level of achievement that places them among the…

The Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce is proud to celebrate the graduation of 50 exceptional individuals from the Leadership Forum Class of 2024, generously sponsored by Audi Sugar Land. Dr. Jay Neal of the University of Houston and Breah Campbell of Si Environmental served as the dedicated Division Co-Chairs for this program. This year marks…

On the 4th of April, the Fort Bend Chamber held its 21st Excellence for Nonprofit Leadership (ENL) graduation ceremony at The George Ranch Historical Park recognizing another remarkable class of outstanding nonprofit leaders. The Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with The George Foundation, designed this program to strengthen nonprofit organizations and better equip…

Fort Bend County, TX – Starting March 4, 2024, Fort Bend County residents and visitors will have a new addition to their transportation options with the launch of the new Downtown Commuter Service. This initiative aims to mitigate congestion on the roadways while providing convenient and efficient transit into Downtown Houston.The Downtown Commuter Service will…

The Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce (FBCC) held their annual Gala on Friday, February 2, 2024, in the Texas Ballroom at Safari Texas Ranch. The annual event paid tribute to the leaders and volunteers of the FBCC who served the chamber in 2023 and welcomed the new leadership for 2024. As the largest business organization…