Looking Ahead: Chamber Plans for 2025

As we step into 2025, the El Paso Chamber remains committed to fostering job growth, economic expansion, and elevating quality of life through four key pillars: Economic Development & Innovation, Public Policy & Government Relations, and Transportation & Infrastructure. These focus areas reflect our vision of driving business growth, fostering talent development, and bridging U.S. companies with international opportunities.

The journey ahead is built on collaboration, innovation, and the belief that when businesses thrive, our entire region prospers. From advocating for policies that promote growth to launching initiatives that prepare our workforce for tomorrow’s challenges, the Chamber is committed to being a catalyst for progress.

Be part of the journey. Let’s make 2025 a year of progress and growth—together.

Photo Credit: Corrie Boudreaux/El Paso Matters

Welcoming Our Newly Elected Officials

The El Paso Chamber welcomes our newly elected local officials and looks forward to collaborating on initiatives that strengthen our community and drive progress. Strong partnerships between business and government are essential to tackling challenges and seizing opportunities for growth. By working together, we can advance workforce development, education, and infrastructure improvements that benefit the greater Borderplex community.  

We are excited to support our new leaders as we continue building a thriving and innovative future for our region. Welcome, and we look forward to working with you!  

Apply for the Miner Business Trailblazer Award

The El Paso Chamber proudly supports UTEP alumni who are shaping the future of business innovation! UTEP alumni are leading some of the world's most innovative businesses. The Miner Business Trailblazer Award honors the fastest-growing companies owned, led, or founded by UTEP graduates.

The deadline to apply is January 23rd.

The El Paso Chamber to Lead Delegation to Austin

As we prepare for the 2025 El Paso Days in Austin delegation trip, we'd like to express our deepest gratitude to our top sponsors: El Paso County, serving as a Marquee Sponsor, City of El Paso, and Visit El Paso, serving as our Diamond Sponsors. Your generous support ensures that our community's voice is amplified at the state level, advocating for the priorities that shape the Borderplex region.

From advocating for modernized ports of entry and aerospace development funding to championing education and workforce initiatives, this advocacy event positions El Paso as a driving force for innovation and progress. Thank you to all who are making this event possible. Together, we're building a stronger, more connected community.

Strengthening the Borderplex: Key Economic Insights

The Hunt Institute’s latest Paso del Norte Economic Indicator Review provides valuable insights into the economic landscape of our region. From October 2023 to October 2024, El Paso saw significant growth with 10,900 new jobs added, primarily in the services, transportation, and trade sectors. However, the report also highlights challenges, including a 15.7% rise in bankruptcy filings within the region and a 2.5% employment decline in Ciudad Juárez, driven by a downturn in the manufacturing sector.

This comprehensive report underscores the importance of strategic collaboration and informed decision-making as we work toward a resilient and thriving Borderplex economy.