Join us in celebrating Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month 2026 in Houston.

Let us celebrate our AAPI Community together and mingle at our exclusive May Networking Night on Wednesday, May 26, 2026 at Beyond FlexSpace (9800 Richmond Ave, Suite 700, Houston, TX 77042)

Optional - Speed Networking will begin at 5pm (Limited Seats Available)

📅 𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐞: May 21st, 2026

⏰ 𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐞: 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

📍 𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: 1455 W Loop S, Houston, TX 77027

The SBA lending landscape has undergone its most significant transformation in years. From stricter ownership requirements to the return of the Franchise Directory, the rules are now in full effect. Are you using them to your advantage?

If you're in commercial real estate, small business, or investment, this is the most important 90 minutes you'll spend this quarter. We’re moving past the rumors and diving into the official "What’s New & What’s Next" for 2026.

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. Meet Potential Buyers at the In-Person Sessions. 

FREE TO ACC MEMBERS. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.

Schedule (Hybrid): In-Person kickoff then online modules

Date: May 18, 2026 (11-1pm) – In-Person Kickoff (must sign up to attend)

Online Module will Cover:

• Researching for Bid/Vendor Registration
• Building a Strong Capability Statement
• Reading and Analyzing Bids (How to Apply)
• Pitching and Networking

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 2026. This is free and open to members and non-members.

Lending institutions that lend in the Houston District will be on hand to meet with existing and start-up business owners to discuss funding for small businesses. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet multiple lenders in scheduled, one-on-one 15 minute sessions.

WorldFest is a Houston based international independent film festival with 59 year of history. Each year, many Asian filmmakers submit their work to compete with films from around the world and the best of the best are screened at the 10 day festival here in Houston in April.

Harris County DEEO educational workshops, webinars and more!

View the METRO's FY2026 MBU Calendar of Events / Workshops. Sign up for a workshop!

Applications for PeopleFund's BIPOC Small Business Accelerator are closing on April 2nd! PeopleFund's Small Business Accelerator is a free statewide program designed to help Texas entrepreneurs strengthen and grow their businesses. The program focuses on expanding access to small business loans and business development education.

Explore New Economic Data useful for your business research.