Veteran Small Business Certification (VetCert) Program

Thursday, February 15 | 10:00am-11:00am CDT
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In recognition of National Entrepreneurship Week, the SBA Houston District Office is hosting a virtual webinar on the VetCert Program! Certification with SBA allows service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses (SDVOSBs) to compete for federal sole-source and set-aside contracts across the federal government. Certified veteran-owned small businesses (VOSBs) have additional opportunities to pursue sole-source and set-aside contracts at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) under the VA’s Vets First Program. Attend this virtual event to learn details of the program including benefits, eligibility, and how to apply. Session will also include Q&A. 

Doing Business with the Federal Government

Wednesday, February 21 | 10:00am-11:00am CDT
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As the owner of a small business, you might be able to earn your share of this huge market! Join us to learn more about the following programs including steps to get started, eligibility requirements, and how to apply: SBA 8(a) Business Development Program, Historically Underutilized Business Zones Program (HUBZone), Women-Owned Small Business Certification Program (WOSB), and Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Business Certification Program (EDWOSB).

5th Annual Houston Business Matchmaker

Hosted By: SBDC, SBA, APEX Accelerator, and HBJ
Friday, March 1 | 8:45am-3:30pm CDT
VIRTUAL EVENT | 
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This virtual event will provide small business owners from all industries a great opportunity to connect with prime contractors, large businesses, and local, state, and federal agencies. All meetings will take place on a customized platform that will match suppliers based on buyer requirements and supplier capabilities. 

Doing Business with the Federal Government

Hosted By: The Montgomery County Hispanic Chamber
Tuesday, March 5 | 9:00am-11:00am CDT
VIRTUAL EVENT | 
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As the owner of a small business, you might be able to earn your share of this huge market! Join us to learn more about the following programs including steps to get started, eligibility requirements, and how to apply: SBA 8(a) Business Development Program, Historically Underutilized Business Zones Program (HUBZone), Women-Owned Small Business Certification Program (WOSB), and Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Business Certification Program (EDWOSB).

Close the Deal with a Woman-Owned Small Business Certification

Hosted By: The Us Space
Wednesday, March 13 | 12:00pm-1:30pm CDT
VIRTUAL EVENT | 
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Join special guest representatives from the SBA Houston District Office and the City of Houston Office of Business Opportunity for this fireside chat to celebrate Women’s History Month! This discussion will include information about the woman-owned small business certifications that can help grow your business. Get your certification questions answered by the experts!

Doing Business with the Federal Government In collaboration with Harris County Precinct 4

Tuesday, April 2 | 10:00am-11:30am CDT | REGISTER
LOCATION: 
Tomball Service Center
(1444 Holderrieth Rd, Roll Call Room – Tomball, TX 77377)
As the owner of a small business, you might be able to earn your share of this huge market! Join the SBA Houston District Office to learn more about certification programs including steps to get started, eligibility requirements, and how to apply.