The Rising 10 Awards highlight the Top 10 fastest growing Asian-owned companies in the greater Houston area. This spotlights successful companies with 3+ years in operation. The Asian Chamber Foundation will recognize the Rising 10 recipients at our luncheon on Friday, September 12th along with our annual Asian Chamber Business Expo 2025.

Please submit your nominations if you meet the criteria below:

• Business in operations for at least 3 years
• Headquartered in U.S. and office in Houston
• Company must be at least 50% Asian-owned
• Applicant must be C-level or Founder & Chairman
• 2 + employees in your company

Deadline to apply is Monday, August 18, 2025 at 11:59pm. 

The Asian Chamber proudly presents its 9th annual executive learning environment, a dynamic opportunity for aspiring business professionals to immerse themselves in a comprehensive 8-week fast track business learning program. Designed with accessibility and excellence in mind, this program is tailored for students eager to understand the foundational principles of business in their choice of English or Mandarin, making high-level business knowledge available to a diverse array of participants. Every Saturdays Sept. 27 to Nov. 15 from 9am-12pm

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 2025. This is free and open to members and non-members.

For the Greater Houston Business Procurement Forum (GHBPF) Breakfast Meeting scheduled from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Please remember to arrive before 8:00 a.m. for Breakfast and early Networking. We will start promptly at 8:00 a.m. with the Program ending at 9:45 a.m. to resume Networking until 11:00 a.m.

FBISD Small Business Enterprise Program Workshop (to enhance GC and sub-relationships and A/E sub-relationships to ensure quality performance on FBISD projects). (Construction & Non-Construction) Contractors, sub-contractors and other interested businesses are invited to RSVP via sbep@fortbendisd.com. The workshop will be held at FBISD James Reese Career & Technical Center

The Office of Business Opportunity Solution Center conducts workshops throughout the Houston Community. Some of our workshops are in partnership with SCORE, the Houston Public Library, the UH Small Business Development Center, and other business organizations.

As the U.S. gears up for the FIFA World Cup 2026 and other major tournaments, soccer is more than just a sport-it's an unprecedented business opportunity. This free, four-part webinar series is designed for small and medium-sized businesses, solopreneurs, and aspiring entrepreneurs looking to tap into the multi-billion-dollar soccer economy-especially in Houston, a major hub for the sport.

You're invited to the National ACE Annual Conference on September 19, 2025 in the heart of New York City! Held at the New York Marriott Marquis in Times Square, this high-energy event brings together small business leaders, corporate partners, and government officials from across the country.

Harris County's Department of Economic Equity and Opportunity (DEEO) is dedicated to driving local economic development and creating sustainable opportunities for Houston's diverse business community. As part of this commitment, we're excited to announce a series of impactful webinars and classes taking place this May!

The Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) has announced the availability of $6 million in funding through Upskill Texas, an initiative designed to help employers provide technical training to their current employees. The goal is to ensure Texas businesses have the skilled workforce needed to stay competitive in today's rapidly evolving economy.

BakerRipley has partnered with Harris County to provide ARPA-funded business coaching to Harris County small businesses impacted by COVID19 with the opportunity to apply for a grant at the end!