Join the Houston Airport System Office of Business Opportunity and the U.S. Department of Labor, Wage and Hour Division for an educational session designed to help business owners and contractors better understand certified payroll requirements and how those requirements affect estimating, staffing, payroll, recordkeeping, subcontractor management, and cash-flow planning.
This session is designed to help contractors do more than just complete a certified payroll report. It will help them understand how certified payroll requirements affect the way they bid, staff, manage, and profit from government contracts.
Topics Will Include
Certified Payroll Fundamentals
Davis-Bacon & Prevailing Wage Requirements
Wage Determinations and Worker Classifications
Fringe Benefits and Overtime
Form WH-347 and Payroll Reporting
Planning Labor Costs Before You Bid
Managing Subcontractor Compliance
Documentation and Recordkeeping
Correcting Payroll Errors and Underpayments
Cash-Flow Planning
Common Compliance Issues
Preparing for a Department of Labor Investigation
Who Should Attend?
Small business owners, contractors, subcontractors, construction firms, payroll professionals, project managers, estimators, and firms interested in pursuing government contracts.
Bring your questions and come prepared to learn.
YOUR NEXT CONTRACT IS IN THE ROOM.
Meet organizations sourcing the following business services:
Architecture
Concrete
Construction
Education
Electrical
Engineering
Facilities Maintenance
Food & Catering
General Labor
HVAC
IT
Janitorial
Landscaping
Logistics
Manufacturing
Marketing & Communications
Office Supplies
Painting
Plumbing
Printing
Professional
Services
Roofing
Security
Staffing
Transportation
Al visibility should be the goal for every small business owner, as it offers a unique opportunity that hasn't been available since 2002. This clinic will show you how your website needs to be technically sound to meet Al's needs, helping your website compete even against much larger companies.
Join our Environmental Affairs and Strategic Sourcing teams to learn about upcoming procurement opportunities, the types of services Port Houston is seeking and how your business can get involved. You’ll also learn how to enroll in Port Houston’s Small Business Program and better position your company to do business with Port Houston.
Read the latest newsletter related to the Asian Chamber of Commerce with events and resources for our business community around the City of Houston.
Read the latest newsletter related to the Asian Chamber of Commerce with events and resources for our business community around the City of Houston.
Get ready for one of the most dynamic and influential events of the year! The 2026 National ACE Annual Conference brings together Asian American, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and all trailblazing small business leaders from across the nation, for an unforgettable experience of connection, innovation, and inspiration.
The North American Taiwan Chambers of Commerce Association (TCCNA), Taiwanese Chamber of Commerce of Greater Houston (TCCGH) and the Taiwanese Junior Chamber of Commerce of Greater Houston (TJCCGH) invite businesses and organizations to participate in the 2026 Houston Career Fair.
Two days with 200+ Asian American founders. Not just a conference. Not just a networking event. A room full of the people who become your mentors, collaborators, and best cheerleaders.
Start your day with a hot breakfast and great connections! Join board members public officials, and local business leaders for networking, updates, and more — FREE
For more than 30 years, Japan Festival Houston has celebrated the enduring friendship between Japan and the United States by sharing the beauty, traditions, innovation, and spirit of Japan with the Greater Houston community. Following a record-breaking attendance of 80,000 visitors in 2025, this year's festival promises an unforgettable weekend of culture, entertainment, and discovery.
Join our Monthly Meetup to learn about ACC Membership. This is a step-by-step guide to maximize your chamber membership and help use it to grow your business. Learn about the Chamber's mission, values, structure and our programs and events in 2026. This is free and open to members and non-members.
View the Various Events Around Houston in remembrance of the 25th Anniversary of Sept 11.
Read the latest newsletter related to the Asian Chamber of Commerce with events and resources for our business community around the City of Houston.
The Samsung Store Houston Galleria is hosting a Business Popup Event on Sunday, September 13th from 10am-12pm.
For 15 years, the H-E-B Supplier Diversity Opportunity Exchange has served as a bridge between H-E-B and the diverse business community. This year’s virtual event continues our mission of evolution and economic impact, offering a deep dive into what it means to be part of our supplier ecosystem.
Houston First Corporation is hosting a match maker vendor event with PMI for targeted opportunities associated with GRB Houston South, the 700,000-square-foot expansion of the George R. Brown Convention Center in Downtown Houston.
Tokyo X is dedicated to educating Houston about Japanese culture—whether through anime, food, live performances, or timeless traditions. This two-day indoor festival brings the very best of Japan to Houston, offering an immersive experience that goes beyond just anime. By blending modern pop culture with traditional arts, Tokyo X creates a unique celebration where guests can truly explore the depth and diversity of Japanese culture.
Immerse yourself in the vibrant tapestry of Vietnamese heritage at the largest Vietnamese festival in Texas! Enjoy a fun day of cultural entertainment, traditional games, exciting competitions, and delicious Vietnamese cuisine with your family. Don't miss this chance to experience The Vietnamese Culture right here in Houston!
The Asian Chamber is taking a delegation to visit various sites around the Dallas / Fort Worth area and attend the Taiwan Expo USA in the month of September 2026.
Read the latest newsletter related to the Asian Chamber of Commerce with events and resources for our business community around the City of Houston.
Read the latest newsletter related to the Asian Chamber of Commerce with events and resources for our business community around the City of Houston.
Join us in learning How SBA 504 and 7A financing can help your business grow
How HBDi small business loans can provide quick, local capital
Eligibility, process and real-world success stories
Calling all veterans and military spouses! Join Harris County Precinct 4 and the SBA Houston District Office to learn about the resources available to help you start or grow your business. You’ll have the opportunity to meet with the organizations represented, get your questions answered, and network with aspiring and current entrepreneurs.
An interactive workshop that uses the Japanese art of repairing broken pottery with gold as a powerful metaphor for entrepreneurship and resilience. Through reflection, discussion, and a hands-on Kintsugi activity, you will learn to reframe business setbacks, recognize the strengths and wisdom you have gained through challenges, and identify meaningful steps toward your future success. You will leave with a repaired Kintsugi bowl as a lasting symbol of your perseverance, growth, and the idea that your “cracks” can become some of your greatest strengths.
The Frost Bank expo is happening at HCC Alief Hayes in our West Houston Institute general auditorium in the same room we graduated our 2026 HCC Business Plan Competition Graduates on June 4th! It's also the same room where we have graduated HCC Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses alumni!
Read the latest newsletter related to the Asian Chamber of Commerce with events and resources for our business community around the City of Houston.
Join the Asian Chamber for an exclusive International Trade Luncheon featuring representatives from Asian Consulates, the City of Houston, Port Houston, and the Houston Airport System. Learn about emerging trade opportunities, international partnerships, and the resources available to help businesses expand between Houston and Asia.
Each year, the Asian Chamber Foundation hosts a business conference to educate and provide opportunities of trade through educational workshops. We are excited to have various industry leaders discuss topics ranging the finance, business valuation, marketing, accounting, labor and technology. We will also host our business expo with over 50+ exhibitors showcasing their products and services. Engage with attendees looking at opportunities of trade. Inclusive to our event will be our annual business luncheon and Rising 10 Awards where we will award the top 10 fastest growing Asian owned businesses around the region. Regional businesses are encouraged to attend.
Join the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and the Texas Workforce Commission, Employer Engagement and Community Outreach (TWC) for a special statewide webinar designed to connect Texas small businesses with federal and state resources that support business growth, workforce development, and long-term success.