United Airlines and OTG are excited to announce the release of the Concessions RFP for IAH which includes a total of 24 spaces with a mix of Food and Beverage, Specialty Retail, and Duty-Free opportunities in the new B North. The RFP also includes additional Retail and Duty-Free opportunities located in the C North and E Terminals. 

Securing the right financing is a crucial step for both aspiring entrepreneurs and small business owners. This panel of experts will provide practical strategies to identify the best capital sources for your needs while addressing the legal considerations that often accompany funding. Whether you're expanding your operations or launching a new venture, you'll gain valuable insights to navigate the financial and legal aspects of your business journey.

Join Asia Society Texas for a free program to gain insight into the collaborative efforts across sectors such as energy, healthcare, and advanced manufacturing between Japan and Texas.  Japan and Texas share a long history of cooperation through trade, investment, and cultural exchange. In 2023, trade between Japan and Texas totaled $31.2 billion making the state Japan’s fifth-largest trading partner. The city of Houston — a global energy capital — plays a pivotal role in connecting Japan’s technological prowess and innovation with the vast economic landscape of Texas.

In times of emergencies, it’s always best to be prepared, especially for small businesses and entrepreneurs. The Texas Micro-Business Disaster Recovery (MBDR) Loan Program is now open and accepting applications from Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) interested in participating. Eligible micro-businesses should reach out to a lender on our approved CDFI participant list to inquire about loan details. Micro-businesses may also reach out to a preferred CDFI to encourage participation.

The Governor's Small Business Summit — Sugar Land aims to help Texas small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs reach new heights by connecting them with the resources and information needed to start, strengthen and grow a business. This event offers a variety of sessions bringing together local, state and federal resource partners to provide key insights on critical business topics. It's also an opportunity to network with other business owners and meet experts who will share timely, relevant and actionable advice on a multitude of small business subjects. The Governor's Small Business Summit — Sugar Land is hosted in partnership with the Fort Bend County Chamber of Commerce and Texas Workforce Commission.

This event will provide information about different projects soon to be released by HAS. Take advantage of this time to network and collaborate with industry professionals, project stakeholders, and key decision-makers within Houston Airports. The presentation will highlight the objectives and timelines of each contract followed by Q&A to address any questions.

The Champions of Diversity Awards Ceremony honors Minority, Women, and Small Business Enterprises (MWSBE) and non- MWSBE prime contractors for outstanding performance on City of Houston contracts. Proceeds from sponsorships subsidize the Office of Business Opportunity’s business development, workforce, and capacity building programs and initiatives which are not funded by the department’s City of Houston budget.

Celebrate Lunar New Year at the Kroger in Sugar Land (18861 South University Blvd.) REE EVENT! The first 100 people in attendance will receive a special Lunar New Year gift bag!

Comcast Xfinity Grand Opening Event (Fondren Store). Come join us for our Grand Opening and be one of the first to experience our new Xfinity Store!

We are delighted to announce the Small Medium Enterprise Expo back in Indonesia that is going to be held this upcoming 30th January - 2 February in Indonesia. The Indonesian state owned enterprise Bank is committed to fully funding all buyers coming to the US that are committed to attempt a purchase or making a Memorandum of Understanding.

Greater Houston Business Procurement Forum (GHBPF) Breakfast Meeting scheduled from 8:00 am to 11:00 am The ION is located at 4201 Main Street at Wheeler Ave., Houston, TX 77002. Parking is available at no cost for the first 3 Hours in the Red Lot across the street (Fannin Street side of The ION). We are pleased to Announce our upcoming Forum as we host: "Houston 2025 - An Economic Forecast" The Forum will feature an Economic Forecast delivered by one of the area's top Economists complemented by Representatives from major Projects, Initiatives and related business opportunities targeted for the Houston area in 2025.

Walmart is excited to invite you to our Lunar New Year Community Day celebration as we welcome the Year of the Snake—a time for wisdom, growth, and transformation. Join us for a captivating lion dance performance accompanied by an empowering drumbeat, symbolizing the energy and the awakening of the new year.

Join us as we start 2025 with our first event. Come socialize and network with our members and Board. There will be Lite Bites, Drinks and Networking. Bring your friends and coworkers to celebrate with us!

This Lunar New Year 2025, which falls on January 29th, is the Year of the Snake. Here is a curated list of Lunar New Year Celebrations around Houston. Links will take to the organizers’ information page and sorted by date.

Attend the Harris County Precinct 4 MLK Jr. Day of Service Job Fair, where you can explore exciting career opportunities, educational programs, and learn about the Apprenticeship Advantage Program.

Join the SBA Houston District Office during the month of January for Website Wednesdays! Each week we will dive deep into the SBA website to ensure small businesses are getting the most out of SBA's programs and services.

Members of the Asian Chamber are invite to an advance screening of SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 3. Come along with Sonic and his family on a new adventure to face a powerful rival.

We are pleased to Announce our upcoming Forum as we host: "Access to Capital - Financing Your Business" The Forum will feature Key Representatives from some of our more active Financial Institutions, both Bank and NonBank Lenders as they discuss Financing Options for Your Business.

As we gear up for Super Bowl 2025, in partnership with LISC, we are proud to announce the Digital Ready Superfans opportunity to win a $25,000 grant AND a trip to Super Bowl LIX!  Three Digital Ready superfans will be chosen as grantees to take part in a special small business event during February’s Super Bowl LIX Week and attend the big game. Grantees will also receive a $25,000 grant from LISC.

Attend the 2024 Houston International Business Expo, organized by the International Trade Center with the support of the City of Houston, U.S. Department of Commerce, SBA and leading US business corporations.

Verizon is opening a new round of $10K grant opportunities to help small businesses nationwide. Created by small businesses for small businesses, Verizon Small Business Digital Ready provides free resources tailored to your business needs to help you succeed. Join hundreds of thousands of business owners who rely on Verizon Small Business Digital Ready to help them get ahead with the latest skills to grow their businesses effectively.

Pillars for Success, running on the Blue Wave Supplier Development Program, (Pillars) is the newest addition to the City of Houston’s business development programs.  Open to all industries, Pillars is designed to impact diverse small Houston-area firms through business growth by assisting entrepreneurs to expand business scope and vision, access new business and markets, strengthen supply chains, increase visibility, recruit and hire qualified staff, and collaborate with key stakeholders.  Built on the foundation of seven pillars, the program combines practical workshops, self-assessments, coaching services, industry experts, and business peers to deliver measurable outcomes for a transformational experience to the next level of business success.

The Consulate General of the Republic of Korea in Houston is pleased to invite you to the 2024 Korea-U.S. Space Forum. The forum is open to all, so we encourage those interested in space cooperation and business to attend. Dinner will be provided.