The Asian Chamber of Commerce is hosting our Supplier Development Academy to help your business win bids and learn what buyers look for in selecting suppliers. Be coached by decision makers from mayor corporations and the public sector in researching bids, learning the application process, and how to knock out a winning presentation.

ACC Supplier Development Academy 
(FREE - Must attend two in-person sessions on Dec 8 and Jan 23)

Monday, December 8 (1st session)

11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Interactive College of Technology (2950 S. Gessner, Houston, TX 77063)

Join the City of Houston Office of Business Opportunity for the 2025 Meet the Buyer Procurement Forum & Business Expo on Thursday, December 11, 2025, at the George R. Brown Convention Center. This event connects small and certified firms with procurement agents, prime contractors, & partners to network and explore contracting opportunities.

Skanska's Construction Management Building Blocks (CMBB) Program - Applications Now Open This 10-week course is designed to help small, minority, and women-owned businesses strengthen operations, build capacity, and position themselves for long-term project success. Programs like CMBB not only support individual business growth but also help us collectively build capacity across the industry.

The Dallas Fed, Asset Funders Network, and Texas Rural Funders invite you to attend a two-part webinar series exploring the pivotal role that financial institutions and philanthropy can play in helping communities recover and thrive after disasters. The series will examine strategies to preserve community assets, prevent predatory displacement and ensure that recovery efforts evolve into long-term stability and growth.

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

At CW39 Houston, We Are H-Town - Houston's hyper-local, community-first TV station -we're excited to announce the launch of this year's Remarkable Women initiative! Every day, extraordinary women across the Houston area make a powerful impact through their leadership, compassion, and service. Now, it's time to recognize their incredible contributions.

Harris County has partnered with PeopleFund to establish a revolving loan fund program, Harris County Opportunity Fund (HCOF), a 5-year pilot lending program to provide low-interest capital for small businesses. The loans distributed by the Fund will fill an existing gap for small business owners seeking capital for their businesses.

In 2026, the world will turn its eyes to Houston as we host matches for the FIFA World Cup 26™. This is more than a tournament - it's an opportunity to showcase our city's global spirit, create lasting community impact, and leave a legacy of unity, hospitality, and pride.

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.