Texas Asian Economic Impact Project

Description

Did you know that in each of the counties in the five county Greater Austin area, Asians are the fastest or second-fastest-growing ethnic group? The social and economic impact of Asian American Pacific Islanders (AAPI) in Central Texas is undeniable. These diverse communities add talent, buying power, and dynamic cultural impact to our region, and as we will explore, this impact is just beginning.

But who are they? A lack of data and rigorous analysis of Central Texas' AAPI populations can make it difficult for AAPI communities - like other communities of color - to receive the awareness and policy support needed to promote and achieve economic equity. Without a more complete understanding of the composition, geographic distribution, or ethnic makeup of these communities, it is difficult to effectively engage and fully include them in Central Texas' civic and economic growth.

The Texas Asian Economic Impact Project aims to address this gap by exploring and sharing the most comprehensive set of actionable demographic and business insights on the Asian population here in the Greater Austin region. The first phase of this multi-phase effort will roll out between May and December, 2023 with multiple reports, surveys, and interactive data dashboards being made available.

The Greater Austin Asian Chamber of Commerce will hold a VIP luncheon May 18, 2023 in observance of AAPI Heritage Month and in celebration of the launch of the Texas Asian Economic Impact Project. 

This event is invite-only. 

Texas Asian Economic Impact Project public events are coming soon!

Event Details

When: Thursday, May 18, 2023; 12:00 p.m.-1:30 p.m. CDT
 Where: Headliners Club - 221 W 6th St, Austin, TX (Chase Tower)

Knowledge Partner

The Greater Austin Asian Chamber of Commerce is pleased to welcome Accenture as our inaugural Knowledge Partner. Our deepest appreciation goes out to Accenture and the Austin-based data analysis team that made the Texas Asian Economic Landscape Project possible. 

Accenture

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