Entrepreneurship & Innovation

Contributions of Immigrants in the San Antonio Metro Area

New research from the American Immigration Council highlights the key role that immigrants are playing in the San Antonio metro area and its economy as taxpayers, consumers, entrepreneurs, international students, and more. This research brief, The Demographic and Economic Contributions of Immigrants in the San Antonio Metro Area, was prepared… Read More

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Nearly Half of Fortune 500 Companies in 2025 Were Founded by Immigrants or Their Children

In 2025, more than 46% of Fortune 500 companies—a total of 231 out of 500—were founded by immigrants or their children. Read More

Building Community and Fueling Growth: The Role of Immigrants in Reviving the Great Lakes Region

“Building Community and Fueling Growth: The Role of Immigrants in Reviving the Great Lakes Region” was written in partnership with the American Immigration Council (AIC) and is an in-depth analysis of the many ways immigrant talent and resilience are essential for regional recovery, long-term economic growth, and thriving communities across the Great Lakes region. Read More

New American Fortune 500 in 2024

In 2024, looking at Fortune 500 companies, 46 percent, or 230 companies, were founded by immigrants or their children. Read More

Empowering Texas: Immigrants’ Contributions to the Energy Industry

A new research report, Empowering Texas: Immigrants’ Contributions to the Energy Industry, underscores the crucial role immigrants play in Texas’ energy industry. The report was prepared in partnership with Texans for Economic Growth. Read More

Empowering Texas: Immigrants’ Contributions to the Healthcare Industry

A new research report, Empowering Texas: Immigrants’ Contributions to the Healthcare Industry, underscores the crucial role immigrants play in some of Texas’ healthcare industry. The report was prepared in partnership with Texans for Economic Growth. Read More