Texas Association of Business Review

That is the mission of the Texas Association of Business (TAB) -- Texas’ leading employer organization. Representing companies from the largest multi-national corporations to small businesses in nearly every community of our state, TAB works to improve the Texas business climate and to help make our state's economy the strongest in the world.

For more than 85 years, TAB has been on the front lines of the legislative, regulatory, and judicial battlefields, fighting for every issue that impacts business to ensure that employers’ opinions are being heard.

Among State Legislators and their staff, TAB is one of the best known of the statewide organizations and considered by a majority as THE voice of business in Texas. Over 90% of legislators and their staff rated TAB as better than other organizations in communicating their position on issues.

1209 Nueces St. | Austin, TX 78701
(512) 477-6721

Cliff's Texas Style Burritos Review

Cliff's Texas Style Burritos specilizes in delicious burritos of various sizes....from 8" to 36". choose Carne Asada, Chicken, Ground Beef or Fish. Our specialties include Juicy Burgers and Fries, Tacos, Enchaladas, Chile Relleno and more.  Now, Cliff's has opened an indoor patio on the Northside of the building and is serving Homemade Texas Style Dinners daily, except Mondays.   Welcoming friendly service from a staff that is happy to be a party of this diversified establishment serving the Best Food in Compton and the Surrounding Areas.

Well, the burritos come in different sizes from large to humongous.  At 36" the cliff hanger means serious business.  There was only person in line in front of me and I ordered the cliff hanger burrito without sour cream.  The first waitress at the window didn't speak English very well but the other one was very helpful.  It took a while for them to make it and at the very end (after they had already wrapped it) she realized that she had put sour cream in it.  So, she made another one for me. The second one was slightly larger than the first. 

I drove it home and when I carried it through the door, my parents and my brother were very impressed by its size.  Though my family enjoyed it, I thought it good but not great.

408 W Alondra Blvd
Compton, CA 90220
(310) 609-2755

The Fitness Underground Review

I work in an office where the new employee power point indicates that you will gain 10 lbs. After sitting on my butt, working long hours, letting out suits and eventually having to buy new suits, it was time.

I have had gym memberships on and off through the years. Generally preferring classes to the weights. I have never liked the gym and always quit after starting to work out.

The beach boot camp is never boring and always fun. Texas, Markus and their weekend crew is what I look forward to each week! This is not a drill sergant  camo group but real certified trainers that make you want to work your butt off.  I am in significantly better shape and really enjoy the people.

I liked it so much that I inquired about their other classes and began attending the group kickboxing class. This is no boring gym routine with air punching and kicking. It's tape your hands, a fabulous stress reliever and a great way to start the day! Markus is a great trainer that has increased my fitness and become a friend.

Playa del Rey, CA 90293
(888) 209-7703

The Texas Pick-Up Review

Moses is a very savvy guy from Texas who knows ALL about how to BBQ all kinds of meat. There is a reason they call him THE PIT MASTER. His briskit is absolutely incredible! Tender, smokey and TASTY! The guy knows how to really get that smoky flavor. Hickory deep down. Tender beef or pork ribs, links, chicken, you name it. He also has great sides as well. He makes thee BEST Potato Salad I have ever tasted (just enuff sweet pickled taste), beans kick serious ass, too.

Moses IS the BBQ King. All others are just pretenders. He has mobilized his set up and is at the Carson/South Bay Mall in Carson every Thursday (just outside the front of IKEA facing Avalon Blvd) so you can check him out there if you live in the vicinity. He not only CATERS large parties but Moses also DELIVERS (within a reasonable distance of course)! Call in an order! This is TEXAS style queue. Real smoke, Real Slow, Real Good! It's like nothing you've ever tasted, and I have tried a ton of places. Reasonable too. Get a sampler plate so you know what to order next time. And there WILL be a next time! He has all kinds of rubs and marinates his meat for hours and cooks it the same way. That smoke gets all in the meat. With out a doubt, this is the REAL DEAL! Give it a try-you won't be dissapointed! And remember-all the GREAT BBQ places don't always have to have storefront! Next time I have a throw down party, I'm having Moses cater it. Friendly, reliable service, too.

Los Angeles, CA 90011
(323) 326-9262

Texas Business & Education Coalition Review

TBEC remains unrivaled in its efforts and success in stimulating community-based school improvement initiatives and influencing education policy. Texas public schools are recognized nationwide for their improved performance, resulting in part from TBEC’s work.

Today, TBEC:

    -Serves as the strong voice of the business community for education improvement;
    -Advocates for education policy that will improve the skills of Texas students;
    -Advocates for higher standards – preparing students to compete in the 21st century;
    -Encourages students to complete a solid academic course of study so they are prepared for life after high school;
    -Recognizes Texas’ very best schools for their outstanding work and disseminates information about their effective practices;
    -Supports the College for Texans campaign aimed at achieving the goals of the Higher Education Coordinating Board’s Closing the Gaps plan;
    -Defends standards-based reforms and seeks to strengthen performance and fiscal accountability in the public school system and in higher education; and

   -Supports the development and establishment of articulated career and technology programs in high schools, two-year and four-year higher education institutions that meet current employer needs and the anticipated needs associated with regional and state economic development goals.

221 West Sixth Street, Suite 310
Austin, TX 78701
512.480.8232
512.480.8055

Texas Real Estate Local Review

Texas is the second largest state in the US, in both area and population. The estimated 2006 population of Texas is 23,507,783, reflecting a jump of approximately 12.74% since the 2000 census. This is reflected in the Texas real estate statistics as well. In 2005, there were 9,026,011 housing units, an increase of 10.65% from 2000. Roughly 50% of all Texans live in either the Dallas-Fort Worth or Houston metropolitan areas. Houston is the state’s largest city, and Austin is its capital.

Texas is a beautiful state that combines history, a variety of climates, good employment and low housing costs. If these attributes sound appealing to you, then considering buying Texas real estate may be the right move for you. 

Texas Vacations Review

Texas vacations are packed with things to see and do so if you're planning to see it all then you might first want to have a look at some Texas hotels because it could take a while! Spend a day at Sea World in San Antonio, visit the site of John F. Kennedy's assassination in Dallas, fly through the canopy of old growth cypress trees in Austin, marvel over NASA's Johnson Space Center in Houston, or take the family to Stewart Beach for a day of fun in the sun. Big and bold, vacation in Texas!

Texas Investment Banker Review

Focus Strategies is an investment bank founded in 1999 located in Austin, Texas that works with middle market companies. The firm provides:

    .Merger and Acquisition Advisory
    .Private Placements of Equity and Debt
    .Corporate Finance and Valuation Advisory

Focus Strategies builds long term relationships with its clients earned through outstanding service, integrity, and trust. The professionals of Focus have a wide variety of experience and know what it is like to be in the shoes of a business owner. Our team’s experience includes Wall Street Investment Banking, Commercial Banking, Boutique Investment Banking, Fortune 500 Corporate Development, Family Business Ownership, and Private Investments.

Castle Hill Investments Review

Castle Hill Investments is the largest and most successful Austin and Central Texas investment brokerage. The firm focuses specifically on the sale of Austin duplexes, Austin fourplexes, Austin residential investment property, and single family rental property. Since the firm's founding in 2004 by broker/owner Robert Grunnah, the firm has sold over 1300 properties worth $250 million, and the firm has received Austin Business Journal's prestigious Top 5 Producer Award six years in a row. Mr. Grunnah is a national 1-4 unit investment expert who is consulted by the Wall Street Journal, Austin Business Journal, and the Austin-American Statesman.

Texas Investment Network Review

TexasInvestmentNetwork is the Texas web based portal and matching service of angel investors seeking investments, with entrepreneurs seeking capital. This website has been created in response to the growing demand of Texas angel investors to invest in things that are more tangible, predictable and closer to home. Some of the greatest opportunities start from undercapitalized entrepreneurs who cannot get traditional financing from banks. Banks are lending less than ever to small businesses and start-ups while angel investors are increasingly disenchanted with underperforming equity markets and low interest rates. Questionable accounting scandals just make the situation even worse. By using previously unavailable technology like this website, there now exists a greater opportunity than ever to bring both parties together to finance the next great enterprise. Whatever the idea, TexasInvestmentNetwork.com provides the place to choose a growing variety of investment opportunities.