Technology startups have played an important role in driving the Austin economy. Home-grown companies like Tivoli, HomeAway, and Solarwinds have become major local employers. In an effort to build a stronger community around startups with the hope of nurturing more entrepreneurs to success, the Statesman reports that "Austin may soon get a downtown startup district similar to those that have thrived in Silicon Valley and Boston."According to the Statesman:"The Greater Austin Chamber of Commerce is launching an effort to create Austin Live, a downtown work space that could serve as a home base for entrepreneurs and very . . .
