Texas businesses face a wave of new laws taking effect in December 2025 and January 2026. Some tighten oversight. Others expand reporting. This article breaks down what the changes mean for small businesses, and how owners can prepare now.

Founder dependency limits sustainability across small businesses and nonprofits. The Owner Independence Framework offers a research-informed, adaptable model for reducing reliance on individual leaders by strengthening internal systems, human capacity, and community engagement. Designed for broad use, the framework supports organizational resilience, long-term impact, and generational value across diverse contexts.

The House passed the INVEST Act of 2025, a bill designed to modernize federal data on entrepreneurship and strengthen support for new founders. This article explains what the legislation does, why it matters, and how it could reshape small business ecosystems nationwide.

Texas is scaling back key supports for women- and minority-owned firms, and San Antonio has removed its 30% subcontracting goal without public discussion. This article explains what these changes mean and why small businesses must build new capacity to stay competitive.

San Antonio’s delegation to Mexico City offered a clear view of how regional trade, policy, and supply chains are shifting ahead of the 2026 USMCA review. With meetings across key economic institutions, the trip highlighted what Texas SMEs need to compete in a volatile cross-border market.

Design thinking helps companies solve problems with clarity and speed, yet many teams remain stuck in old habits. This article explains why design thinking matters, why innovation training is essential, and how organizations can build real capacity for change.

Small Business Saturday highlights why local shops matter, but one weekend is not enough. Modern consumers want convenience and experience, and small firms must adapt with e-commerce, technology, and year-round support. Here’s what San Antonio businesses can do next.

Emerge and Rise won the 2025 Go Global Awards “SME Expansion Facilitator of the Year” in London. This recognition highlights San Antonio’s growing role in global trade and validates our hands-on work supporting SMEs, international soft-landing, and business growth across Texas.

Texas Proposition 5 proposes a tax exemption for retail animal feed, giving small feed stores and ranch-focused retailers new relief from rising property costs. This article explains how the measure works and what it could mean for San Antonio’s business community.

Texas small business owners face rising costs from property taxes, insurance, and compliance. A new amendment, Proposition 9, offers relief on tangible property taxes. This article explains how these pressures affect San Antonio firms and what owners can do next.

Texas voters will soon decide ballot propositions that could change the cost structure for small firms. This article breaks down how key measures may affect business owners in San Antonio and why tax relief could shift growth decisions across the region.

Main Street and Wall Street seem far apart, but small firms sit in the middle of both. This article explains how the economic layers connect, where micro and ecommerce businesses fit, and what San Antonio owners can do to stay strong.

If you want help building resilience against uncertainty or need support with planning, funding strategy, operations, or revenue development, Emerge and Rise is here. Our team works hands-on with small firms across San Antonio to strengthen systems, reduce risk, and create stability in a changing economy.

Texas has passed a new cybersecurity law that protects small businesses from certain legal penalties after a data breach. The law gives firms a safe harbor if they follow approved cybersecurity standards, offering relief for owners facing rising digital threats.

Founded to support startups, small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), and ambitious organizations, Emerge and Rise has become a leading platform for entrepreneurial empowerment and business development. With a focus on fostering sustainable growth, the organization provides mentorship, advisory services, and capacity-building programs that enable businesses to navigate challenges and capitalize on international opportunities.