Institute of Texan Cultures
CCBR has been selected to assist the Institute for Texan Cultures by developing a business and marketing plan. "We are excited to have the opportunity to apply our expertise in business planning and tourism research to aid one of the university’s key assets in strengthening its market position," said Dominique Halaby, CCBR Director. As part of this project, CCBR will be assisted by faculty from the UTSA College of Business and the Minority Business Enterprise Center.Sonora EDC
CCBR presented an economic base analysis and strategic plan update to the board of the Sonora Economic Development Corp. The CCBR research team provided the attendees with a better understanding of the local economy and provided the EDC with a series of recommendations for improving the community’s economic outlook. "Sonora is an amazing community with a lot of wonderful assets. We are just excited to be in position to help community leaders in understanding how to capitalize on future opportunities," said Dominique Halaby, CCBR Director.San Antonio EDF
CCBR works with the San Antonio EDF to determine the economic impact of firms assisted by the EDF in relocating to San Antonio.The Center for Economic Development
CCBR has been selected by The Center for Entrepreneurship in New Braunfels to develop an operational plan that will outline the sustainability of The Center.Institute for Economic Development Releases Study and Recommendations for Manufacturing Sector
Read the Study: Manufacturing Sector Dynamics
Over the past 50 years, the proportion of Americans employed in manufacturing jobs has declined steadily. Today, less then one in ten U.S. workers are employed in the manufacturing industry. Industry churn has implications for both communities and individuals that rely on the economic value of manufacturing plants and jobs. Following three years of study, Manufacturing Sector Dynamics outlines the trends and requirements of manufacturing in the United States, and presents policy recommendations for how the U.S. Economic Development Administration and others can help stem and adjust to the impact of declines in U.S. manufacturing.
Center for Community & Business Research Contributes to National Study of Foundation Spending
UTSA contributes chapter 4 analysis of foundation executive and board member compensation in landmark study of grantmaking foundations.
Foundation type, size, staffing patterns, and operating activities are the key factors that consistently drive foundation expense and compensation patterns, according to a new report issued jointly by the Urban Institute, the Foundation Center, and GuideStar. Moreover, even under changing or volatile economic conditions, the administrative expense and compensation patterns of U.S. foundations are consistent and predictable, the new report shows.
Read the Study: What Drives Foundation Expenses and Compensation?
Executive Summary: Highlights
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Boeing San Antonio: Economic Impact Full Report
