This week, the Temple Chamber of Commerce joins chambers across the state in celebrating Texas Chamber of Commerce Week, officially proclaimed by Governor Greg Abbott to recognize the vital role local Chambers play in driving economic growth and community prosperity.

Chambers of Commerce are more than Membership organizations; they are connectors, advocates, and catalysts for progress. From small business support to workforce development and public policy leadership, Chambers power local economies and keep Texas the best place to live, work, and do business.

Here in Temple, that mission is alive and well. Every day, the Temple Chamber helps businesses connect with opportunity, strengthen their voice, and access the tools they need to succeed. As part of this week of celebration, we’re proud to continue that commitment by launching a new online business intelligence tool designed to help local businesses make smarter, data-driven decisions.

This free digital resource—available Thursday, October 16—will make market research and competitive insights more accessible than ever before for Temple’s small business community. It’s another way the Temple Chamber is helping entrepreneurs plan, grow, and thrive in a changing economy.

We invite you to join us in celebrating the impact of Chambers across Texas and in exploring this new era of business empowerment right here in Temple.

Learn more and join the launch event on Thursday, October 16, 9:00 a.m. at the Temple Chamber of Commerce. RSVP today:  https://bit.ly/EmpowerLocalBusiness
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Read the Governor’s Proclamation 

The Temple Chamber of Commerce, Temple Economic Development Corporation (Temple EDC), and Workforce Central Texas are proud to announce the 5th Annual Manufacturing Day Job Fair on Friday, October 3, 2025, from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm at Workforce Central Texas Temple Office in the Santa Fe Business Center.

The Manufacturing Day Job Fair will be held on National Manufacturing Day, the first Friday in October annually, a celebration of modern manufacturing and its vital role in our economy.

Manufacturing Day has become a cornerstone event in Temple, showcasing career pathways in advanced manufacturing, connecting local employers with talent, and strengthening the workforce pipeline that drives our region’s economy.

The Manufacturing Day Job Fair will bring together local manufacturers and job seekers for a high impact hiring event. Employers will have the opportunity to showcase their companies, share career opportunities, and connect directly with candidates eager to join the industry.

Manufacturing is a cornerstone of Central Texas’s economy, providing careers that fuel growth and innovation. Manufacturing Day shines a spotlight on these opportunities, helping employers find talent and helping individuals launch rewarding careers.

The Temple Chamber, Temple EDC, and Workforce Central Texas are actively recruiting local manufacturers to participate in the job fair.
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Local manufacturers interested in participating in the Manufacturing Day Job Fair can scan the registration QR code on the event flyer or visit https://bit.ly/MFGDayJobFair25 to get started.

The Temple Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the 2025 Leadership Temple Alumni & Graduation Banquet, set for Wednesday, May 21, 2025, at the Hilton Garden Inn Temple.
 
This annual event brings together community leaders, program alumni, and the graduating class for a celebration of leadership and service. Originally established by a Class of 2018 Action Team project, the banquet continues to enhance alumni engagement while spotlighting the ongoing impact of the Leadership Temple program.
 
A highlight of the 2025 banquet will be the presentation of the Leadership Temple Distinguished Alumni Award to Jon Burrows, a graduate of the Leadership Temple Class of 1989. Burrows served five terms as Bell County Judge, retiring in 2018. He is a distinguished public servant whose legacy spans decades of civic, legal, and military service.
 
The banquet will also recognize the Leadership Temple Class of 2025 as they complete their ten-month journey in community leadership. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn about the class Action Team project and connect with both seasoned and emerging leaders.
 
Proceeds from the event benefit the Leadership Temple Tuition Assistance Scholarship, an initiative aimed at promoting inclusivity by enabling small business and nonprofit leaders to participate in the program. This ensures the continued cultivation of a diverse and representative cohort of future leaders.
 
Looking back on the 2024 Leadership Temple Alumni & Graduation Banquet that celebrated the accomplishments of the Class of 2024, led by Class President David Shine, Shine Richardson Investment Group of Wells Fargo Advisors, and Curriculum Chair, Tanner Johnson of Central National Bank. The graduates presented their Action Team project, an impactful collaboration with Feed My Sheep and its initiative Elizabeth Farm.
 
Working alongside Feed My Sheep, the class supported the development of Elizabeth Farm in East Temple, a space focused on food access and transitional support. Their contributions included installing a greenhouse, covering an eighty-foot grow house, donating fruit trees and topsoil, and contributing a production plan to support long-term sustainability. The class also helped place a tiny home on the property, offering housing for an individual exiting homelessness.
 
The 2024 Banquet also honored David Nix, Leadership Temple Class of 1988, as the Distinguished Alumni, recognizing his lasting contributions to Temple’s economic and civic development.
 
The Temple Chamber encourages individuals interested in community leadership and professional development to attend the banquet for a glimpse of the program’s impact and opportunities for involvement.
 
The 2025 Leadership Temple Alumni & Graduation Banquet is sponsored by: the City of Temple, McLane Group, Extraco Banks, Johnson Brothers Ford Lincoln, and KPA Engineers.
 
For more information about the Leadership Temple Alumni & Graduation Banquet and registration, click here.