Posts with the category “around-the-chamber”

May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month – a celebration of Asians and Pacific Islanders in the United States. A rather broad term, Asian Pacific encompasses all of the Asian continent and the Pacific islands of Melanesia (New Guinea, New Caledonia, Vanuatu, Fiji and the Solomon Islands), Micronesia (Marianas, Guam, Wake Island, Palau, Marshall Islands, Kiribati, Nauru and the Fed...  Read More

Register Now for the #AAPISTRONG Heritage Month SummitWhen: May 12, 2022 | 1-3PM ESTWhere: VIRTUALA Celebration of Asian American, Pacific Islander, and Native Hawaiian Small Business OwnersIn the past year, National ACE has given 305 grants to AAPI-owned businesses, conducted 20 #AAPISTRONG Small Business Roundtables, and surveyed 500 small business owners to understand what our AAPI small busine...  Read More

Doing business with Port Houston’s Environmental Affairs teamInterested in learning more about our environmental initiatives and service needs? Register to attend a discussion with our Environmental Affairs and Business Equity teams to find out how you can begin the enrollment process in the small business program, our MWBE initiative and how to participate in procurement opportunities with Port H...  Read More

Are you an employer looking to build your workforce?We have access to over 30,000 diverse youth and young adults ready to work....  Read More

Are you stuck spending more time working IN your business than ON your business?You may be ready to T.H.R.I.V.E. with the SBA!The U.S. Small Business Administration's T.H.R.I.V.E. Emerging Leaders Reimagined is a 6-month intensive training program that helps CEOs and Executives get unstuck and take their business to the next level.Accelerate your leadership skills, learn an MBA-level-curriculum, r...  Read More

How To Get WBENC WBE CertifiedWhere: VirtualWhen: May 12, 2022 | 10:00AM-12:00PMGrowing women-owned businesses through certification and procurement opportunitiesJewel Smith: WBEA WBC CARES CoachPresented in partnership with:Moises Brito: Senior Loan Officer...  Read More

MD AndersonHUB Construction Contractor GuideVirtual PresentationMay 10, 202210:00AM-11:30AM CDSTWho should attend:General ContractorsTrade ContractorsConstruction SuppliersHosted by:University of Houston Procurement Technical Assistance CenterRegistration:https://ptac.uhbauer.org/workshop.aspx?ekey=11420070Topics Include (but are not limited to):Seeking Construction Contracts with MD AndersonWho W...  Read More

Triple R Loan ProgramRegional | Revolving |ResilienceApplications are open!H-GALDC is offering a new loan program in partnership with Fort Bend County.Purpose of Loan:Support businesses impacted by COVID-19Help finance start-up businessesSupport disadvantaged or underserved businesses Serve the Fort Bend Business CommunityLoan Eligibility:Existing or start-up businesses in Fort Bend CountyResident...  Read More

Join us for the 25th Annual HUB & Small Business Vendor Trade Show Come showcase your business and meet with key administrators, purchasers and HUB Coordinators from Sam Houston State University (SHSU), Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ), The City of Huntsville, SHSU Small Business Development Center, Walker County, Region 6 and Huntsville Independent School District (HISD) and learn abou...  Read More

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Port Houston’s Business Equity Department has initiated an outreach campaign to increase the vendor pool of qualified, ready, and enrolled local S/MWBEarchitectural and engineering service firms and connect these firms to Port Houston procurement opportunities along with specialized training. In support of this effort, we are requesting your organization’s assistance to identify and provide a list...  Read More

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The Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County, the City of Houston, Houston Independent School District, the Port of Houston Authority, Houston First and Houston Community College have teamed up to create the Interagency Mentor Protégé Program (IMPP). IMPP exists to foster and strengthen long-term, effective working relationships between established companies and emerging and historically un...  Read More

Metro & Port Houston Banker's FairHelping Small, Minority, and Women-owned Business Enterprises (SMWBE) Access CapitalTuesday, March 29, 20229:00AM-12:00PMHouston Community College (HCC)West Loop Campus 5601 W. Loop South1st Floor Auditorium ...  Read More

Port Houston: Opportunity U Program OverviewOpportunity U is a comprehensive training program designed to help build the capacity of local S/MWBE vendors and position their businesses to better compete for and participate in Port Houston procurements, compete for prime contracts, and leverage other opportunities outside of Port Houston.BenefitsDevelop business fundamentalsUnderstand public contrac...  Read More

On behalf of the Office of Business Opportunity, I would like to share an equity investment crowdfunding opportunity for Houston’s small businesses: https://www.houstontx.gov/obo/cie.html By April 2022, OBO aims to identify a minimum of five businesses to participate in this program, which will help them raise up to $50,000 to further their operations. Please help us share this invitation-only opp...  Read More

Join the City of Houston Office of Business Opportunity and SCORE Houston for a panel discussion designed for City of Houston vendors.  This is the perfect opportunity to learn more about doing business with the City of Houston and how SCORE Houston can support you while running your business.  During each monthly meeting get your business questions answered by industry and Office of Business Oppo...  Read More

MD AndersonHUB Construction ContractorVirtual PresentationApril 7, 202211:00 AM - 12:30 PM CDSTWho should attend:General ContractorsTrade ContractorsConstruction SuppliersHosted by:City of Houston Office of Business OpportunityRegistration:https://tinyurl.com/HUB2022Topics Include (but are not limited to):Seeking Construction Contracts with MD AndersonWho We AreHUB Participation CommitmentVendor R...  Read More

Register TODAYSell Online with Google's E-commerce Tools Tuesday, March 1511:00 AM - 12:00 PMFree, online webinar In this presentation, you’ll learn some of the best ways to sell your products online. You'll learn how to list your products for free with Google My Business and Google's Merchant Center. That, can help people find your products when they search on Google. As a bonus, you will learn a...  Read More

SBDC Third Annual Houston Business MatchmakerThis virtual event will provide small business owners from all industries the opportunity to connect with prime contractors, large businesses, and local, state, and federal agencies.During pre-scheduled, one-on-one, 15-minute virtual sessions, small business suppliers/sellers will have the opportunity to demonstrate how they can meet the needs of partic...  Read More

The Office of Business Opportunity will launch its 7th cohort of Build Up Houston in May 2022. Build Up Houston is a comprehensive, seven month program designed to increase the capacity and success of small businesses. The program has extended the program beyond the construction industry to also include businesses in the retail, hospitality, and restaurant industries. Build Up Houston utilizes cur...  Read More

When:Tuesday, March 29, 2022 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM CDTWhere: Houston Community College (HCC)West Loop Campus5601 W. Loop South1st Floor AuditoriumContact:Shurronda.Murray@ridemetro.orgMETRO Small Business University713-739-4845shurronda.murray@ridemetro.org...  Read More

Participants will have the benefit of marketing their products/services to end users, procurement representatives and small business specialists from state., county and local governments, as well as schools, colleges and non-profit agencies. ...  Read More

White House is excited to announce the Infrastructure School: Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Guidebook Webinar Series!  First session is Tomorrow, 2/15/22, at 4 PM ET for Portways and Waterways. More information below.With the signing of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law in mid-November, President Biden marked a new era of building a better America together. The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law is his...  Read More

There’s no other business quite like yours because no other business has your unique vision, identity and spirit. Ten years ago, the FedEx Small Business Grant Contest was created to put the spotlight on small businesses just like yours. One of a kind and exceptionally different.In celebration of the contest’s 10th anniversary, we’re giving you even more chances to win big by awarding more than $3...  Read More

Step 1: Review the certification criteria and checklist and register to attend the Pre-Certification Workshop to ensure that your business qualifies.Step 2: Collect the required documentation.Step 3: Complete the application online by clicking here Notarize the declaration, submit the payment, the application and documentation online. The payment information is listed below. For the tutorial docum...  Read More

In an effort to assist small businesses in navigating the City’s procurement process, the Office of Business Opportunity, in collaboration with the Strategic Procurement Division, is pleased to announce the launch of the new City of Houston (COH) Procurement 101 Tool. These web-based, on-demand training videos walk prospective City contractors through topics including: How to Bid on Contracts, Res...  Read More

Date and time:Tuesday, February 8, 2022 10:00 amCentral Standard Time (Chicago, GMT-06:00)Change time zoneDuration:1 hourDescription:Port Houston Capital Projects Forum -This forum is for all interested parties to learn more about Port Houston Construction opportunities.• Learn about the Port’s Business Equity Program and benefits for local small, minority – and woman-owned businesses (S/MWBE).• G...  Read More

During this in person session you will learn how to create and manage your small business digital marketing strategy.Join us and discover:The  5As: awareness, acquisition, activation, activity, advocacyLegacy advertising and marketing versus digital marketingTelling your storyDigital marketing foundationUsing digital channels for purpose and audience. Target audience: This series is Ideal for smal...  Read More

Join us in person for this event! Meet our trainer and get your questions answered on the spot.  If you think all Outlook 2020 can do is manage your email, you’re not taking advantage of the many productivity tools it offers. Come to this fun, interactive, hands-on session and discover how you can start using Outlook to get and stay organized seven days a week.In this hands-on session, you’ll lear...  Read More

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Learn about cash flow basics, maximizing cash in, minimizing cash out, and how to make cash work for you. Get these insights and more with Money Talks with Chase, a webinar series designed to help small business owners understand the power of capital in entrepreneurship.Date: February 8, 2022Time: 10 - 11 A.M....  Read More

Please join us for an informative and insight workshop on Cyber Protection and Data Breach Impact. Learn the key vulnerabilities, impact of cyber-attacks and cost by industry.Date: February 3, 2022, ThursdayTime: 10 - 11 A.M. ...  Read More

Are you ready to take a break? Join us for a great opportunity to learn about the different types of loans available at HBDi including our new MICRO ENTERPRISE STABILIZATION LOAN FUND. Get the latest news and hear more about upcoming opportunities. Date: January 27, 2022, ThursdayTime: 10 - 11 A.M.VIRTUAL via ZOOM...  Read More

Fort Bend ISD’s Small Business Enterprise Program (SBEP) will host its next virtual vendor workshop on Wednesday, January 26, from 2 to 4 p.m.This event is open to small businesses and vendors interested in doing business with the District, and attendees can register online.The following topics will be discussed at the virtual workshop:“Be the Reason Our Students Succeed” - Brenna Cosby, FBISD Edu...  Read More

The Greater Houston Business Procurement Forum will be held at the fabulous ION.Date: Janaury 25, 2022Time: 8:00am - 10:45amVenue: ION, 4201 Main Street, Houston, TX 77002Registration begins at 7:30 a.m. A full breakfast will be served from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m.Immediately after the presentations, attendees can take a guided tour of the ION and/or sit in on Business Opportunity Breakout Sessions....  Read More

Learn how to market your company and do business with different governmental agencies.Date: January 27, ThursdayTime: 10:00 am to 11:30 amZoom Webinar ...  Read More

For proposed, startup and existing business owners. A free, live two-and-a-half hour webinar that sets you up for success. Know your numbers and plan right for 2022!This virtual webinar is a prerequisite for the team lead of all teams applying for the 2022 HCC Business Plan Competition. Other entrepreneurs are also welcome! Featured Topics:Understanding the Primary Purpose of your BusinessHow to G...  Read More

If your business is ready for growth, GrowSmart TM gives you the tools and strategies to reach your goals. GrowSmart TM was developed to meet the needs of growing businesses. Combining the latest ideas with timeless principles, GrowSmart TM will propel your business forward!Participants will receive: Financial Intelligence and E-Myth RevisitedAll class materials and additional readings1-2-1 Coachi...  Read More

Small Business Starts With Big Ideas. This Year, Make Your Move!Get a running start on 2022 and fuel your business with:$5,000 grants from the Hello Alice Small Business Growth FundVirtual events with top entrepreneurs and business advocatesStep-by-step guidance on how to build a strategic plan and achieve your goals in 2022...  Read More