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Texans who need help applying for FEMA assistance can meet with Disaster Survivor Assistance crews at multiple locations in Houston beginning today, May 21. These crews can assist anyone affected by the recent severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes and flooding to kickstart their recovery.
Impacted residents of Harris, Liberty, Montgomery, Polk, San Jacinto, Trinity and Walker counties can visit to get help applying for FEMA assistance, ask questions and learn about available resources. No appointment is needed.
SBA Office of Disaster Recovery & Resilience (ODRR) is currently:
Coordinating with FEMA on potential for opening several Disaster Recovery Centers (DRCs).
Coordinating with State, local, and resource partners on potential of opening Business Recovery Centers (BRCs).
DRCs and BRCs are great resources to get help with Federal assistance applications for Businesses of all sizes, Homeowners, Renters, & Private nonprofit organizations.
Note: FEMA oversees the DRCs; SBA ODRR oversees the BRCs. SBA ODRR often co-locates with FEMA at the DRCs when possible.
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UH System Hub - Gather with us virtually to obtain detailed information about universities, state agencies, school districts, and government entities' procurement practices as well as current bid opportunities. Register in advance for the https://tinyurl.com/bdeckwwr
Are you a Small, Minority and/or Woman-Owned Business?
Port Houston is hosting this event to learn more about your business and provide you with valuable information on how you can apply for procurement opportunities.
Registration to attend as space is limited, we look forward to seeing you on June 20th, 2024
Fort Bend ISD's Small Business Enterprise Program hosts trade specific focus groups to enhance general contractors and subcontractor relationships and architect/engineer subconsultant relationships to ensure quality performance on FBISD projects. Contractors, sub-contractors, architect/engineers, sub-consultant and other interested businesses are invited to RSVP via sbep@fortbendisd.com. Attendees will learn more about the Small Business Enterprise Program, which was adopted by the Fort Bend ISD Board of Trustees.
Please Join Us on Tuesday, May 28, 2024, for the Greater Houston Business Procurement Forum (GHBPF) Breakfast Meeting scheduled from 8:00 am to 11:00 am
Join the celebration as we honor our heroes at this weekend. There will be Music, Food, Car Show, Kroger Chef Jr. and more. First 100 Military and First Responders in attendance will receive a free Gift.
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Amazon Business will be awarding over $250,000 in grants and prizes, including $25,000 in grants to the grand prize winner, $20,000 to four finalists and $15,000 to 10 semifinalists. Applications close May 24.
CelebrASIAN is the country’s largest B2B procurement conference convened by pan Asian American businesses to connect with small, medium and large enterprises.
Every year, this event gathers together a veritable "who's who" in the business community across the country – representing diverse industries, top-notch speakers, industry leaders and visionaries, and high-performance business owners.
The Governor's Small Business Summit — Galveston/Gulf Coast 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.
Defining Courage is a journey into the legacy of the Nisei Soldier, Americans of Japanese ancestry who served in the segregated military units of the 100th IB, 442nd RCT, MIS, and 522nd FAB. Considered the greatest fighting units in American military history, most have never heard their extraordinary stories.
Join Emmy Award-winning filmmakers Jeff MacIntyre and ABC7-Los Angeles News Anchor David Ono, as they immerse you into the tragic, yet uplifting world of these heroes who fought prejudice at home and the enemy abroad
Lending institutions that lend in the Houston District including traditional lenders, credit unions, microlenders, and certified minority development institutions will be on hand to meet with existing and start-up business owners to discuss funding for small businesses.
The 24th annual Diversity Summit will take place on May 10, 2024 at Marriott Sugar Land. Since 2001, the annual Diversity Summit brings together attendees from both public and private sectors to promote Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in the workplace and use as a strategic tool to improve business performance.
VBI GLOBAL Conference & Expo 2024 is organized by VBI GLOBAL with connections and media support from the Chamber of Commerce and Foreign Affairs under the Mayor's Office of Trade and International Affairs. Participating businesses will receive an invitation letter to make it easier to apply for a visa. VBI GLOBAL's member units are ready to advise and support businesses in making visa applications.
In celebration of AAPI Heritage month, join the Asian Chamber of Commerce Houston in supporting Asian restaurants in the Greater Houston area. Sign up for the free Asian Restaurant Month digital pass. The pass is a directory of participating restaurants and allows guests to explore restaurants by categories, cuisines and locations. The more restaurants passholders visit during May, AAPI Heritage Month, the more prizes they can unlock.
Read the latest newsletter related to the Asian Chamber of Commerce with events and resources for our business community around the City of Houston.
Up to $5,000 in grants! Applications for Comcast RISE are now open! 100 Greater Houston small businesses will be awarded business support grants including cash plus technology make-overs, marketing support, consulting and education support. Today through May 31st!
The AAPISTRONG Restaurant Fund, made possible by the Grubhub Community Fund, is designed to benefit Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander-owned restaurants across the country. With the industry facing ongoing economic challenges, the AAPISTRONG Restaurant Fund is available to help under-resourced restaurants respond to supply chain disruptions, increased inventory costs, workforce development, and safety for their employees.
Read the latest newsletter related to the Asian Chamber of Commerce with events and resources for our business community around the City of Houston.
Please join the White House and the White House Initiative on Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders (WHIAANHPI) on Monday, May 13, 2024, for a historic, community-wide celebration of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month at the Andrew W. Mellon Auditorium.
Are you looking to expand your business horizons and explore new growth opportunities? Join us on May 7, 2024, for an exclusive informational session on how to successfully do business with TSU and navigate the procurement services landscape. This in-person event, hosted in collaboration with TSU's Procurement Services Department, is a not-to-miss opportunity for entrepreneurs eager to leverage their current business models and understand the benefits of business certifications.
Meet, Greet, Network & Learn about: Who can sell to the Federal Agencies, How do vendors sell to the Government, What Products and Services are Sold, What is the Process
The FBI will be providing a fraud awareness briefing which covers numerous fraud schemes affecting the Houston area. The FBI will provide background on the fraud and show ways to identify and prevent the fraud.
The U.S. Department of Commerce, Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) is celebrating Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month by hosting the 2024 National AANHPI Business Summit on Wednesday, May 15, 2024, from 12:00pm to 6:00pm ET in Washington D.C. This business summit will commemorate the contributions and achievements of the AANHPI business community. The summit will feature elected officials, dignitaries, and corporate representatives who will discuss access to capital, opportunities in artificial intelligence (AI), and navigating the contracting process.
Read the latest newsletter related to the Asian Chamber of Commerce with events and resources for our business community around the City of Houston.
Please Join Us Tuesday, April 23, 2024 For the Greater Houston Business Procurement Forum (GHBPF) Breakfast Meeting scheduled from 8:00 am to 11:00 am @ The Ion (First 3 hours free parking in the Red Lot)
We are pleased to Announce our upcoming Forum as we host: "Doing Business Within Our Healthcare Industry" Hear from Representatives of some of Houston's major Hospitals and Healthcare Networks as they discuss upcoming Projects, Community Initiatives and related Business Opportunities.
Wells Fargo has published a Small Business Resource Guide that highlights their efforts to expand access to capital, invest in our communities, support women business owners, and our commitment to work with diverse suppliers. The resources include QR codes where you will be directed to additional details on each program and support for in-person and digital events.