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The UTRGV Veterans Business Outreach Center (VBOC) serves the West-Central and South Texas area. We provide business training, counseling, technical assistance, and mentoring to Veterans, Reservist, National Guard, and active duty personnel.
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Recapping the Month of May | | VBOC Director Juan Santos Flores with SBA Administrator Kelly Loeffler at the VETrepreneurship in Bexar County. | | VBOC Director Juan Santos Flores with Bexar County Commissioner Precinct 3, Grant Moody. | | Administrator Kelly Loeffler speaking to a group of transitioning active-duty members at Ft. Sam Houston. | | Group picture of the VETrepreneurship in Bexar County Event. | | Juan Santos, UTRGV VBOC Director with Mr. Justin Crossie, SBA Regional Administrator Region IV, at Governor's Small Business Summit Event in Orange, TX. | |  | UTRGV VBOC present at the VETS25 Conference in Orlando, Florida. | | |
BOOTS TO BUSINESS REBOOT:
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OTHER EVENTS:
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June 12th: Governor's Small Business Sumit at Hays County - Kyle, TX
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June 26th: Governor's Small Business Sumit - Bastrop, TX
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Apply for IgniteHTX Today!
We're excited to announce that applicants are officially open for the IgniteHTX Pitch Competition 2025 - a powerful opportunity for entrepreneurs to sharpen their pitch, gain expert guidance, and competer for up to $5,000 in cash prizes!
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Here's what you get when you apply:
- One-on-one pitch coaching
- Workshops led by business experts
- A chance to pitch to a panel of judges
- Access to a supportive entrepreneur community
- The opportunity to a win a share of $20,000 in total cash prizes!
Eligibility:
Open to entrepreneurs (aspiring or existing) located in:
Harris, Fort Bend, Brazoria, Montgomery, Liberty, Chambers, Galveston, and Waller Counties.
Competition Categories:
- Start-Up Stage (0-5 years in business)
- Growth Stage (5+ years in business)
Each category includes prizes for 1st, 2nd, 3rd place plus a Fan Favorite!
Applications Close: Monday, June 9, 2025 at 11:59 PM
| | Are you an existing business? If so, Look into SBA Learning Center to Improve your Business! | | #Veterans: Learn how to win and manage government contracts like a pro! Get no-cost, expert-led training from @Veteran Institute for Procurement (VIP) to build capacity, boost performance, and scale your business. | | Learn more about VIP and SBA Resources: | | @SBAgov's Lender Match program makes it easy for #veterans to find SBA-guaranteed loans for their #VetBiz. In just four steps, Lender Match connects #entrepreneurs with the loans they need. | | Check out Lender Match now: | | Are you interested in buying a business? Check this information provided by the SBA! | | |
*If you are interested in any of the following trainings
please reach out to the UTRGV VBOC team
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Funding and Selling Innovative Solutions to Government Agencies (2025 Update)
Date: June 5, 2025
Time: 1:00 p.m. EDT
Presenter: Jerry Hollister, BBC Entrepreneurial Training and Consulting
*Your registration includes access to the on-demand recording.
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Federal Sole Source Contracting Authorities and Processes
Date: June 12, 2025
Time: 1:00 p.m. EDT
Presenter: Jeff Cuskey, CPCM, CFCM, CSCM, GOVCON Consulting & Expert Witness Services
*Your registration includes access to the on-demand recording.
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How to Competitively Respond to a Sources Sought and Influence the Acquisition (2025 Update)
Date: June 17, 2025
Time: 1:00 p.m. EDT
Presenter: Joshua Frank, RSM Federal
*Your registration includes access to the on-demand recording.
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Navigating the Valley of Death: A Survival Guide for Startups
Date: June 24, 2025
Time: 1:00 p.m. EDT
Presenter: Oltac Unsal, Tambourine Innovation Ventures
*Your registration includes access to the on-demand recording.
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Evolving DoD Contractor Cybersecurity Requirements (Q2-2025 Update)
Date: June 26, 2025
Time: 1:00 p.m. EDT
Presenter: Adam Austin, Totem Technologies
*Your registration includes access to the on-demand recording.
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Creating Successful Opportunities | |
Best Practices For Navigating A Successful Global Workforce | Appreciating and respecting diverse perspectives and using them as an opportunity to connect to shared values is key to success in a multicultural environment. | | | | Improving Marketing Skills | |
Driving Brand Awareness Through Expert Voices And Employee Ambassadors | Bringing together expert voices and employee ambassadors can be an effective way to build a consistent and authentic brand presence. | | | | |
ATTENTION VETERANS, FARMERS AND RANCHERS:
Take a look at the NCAT's Weekly Harvest newsletter for events, funding opportunities, news, and information!
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The Case for Tractor Farming | My experience in farming started at the hand-tool scale. I enjoy the physical labor, that tangible connection to the land. But years of repetitive movement have started to catch up with me. My love of farming hasn't changed as the aches and pains have increased-in fact, it has grown. | | | |
If the word 'wool' conjures up memories of itchy socks and the scratchy blankets your grandparents would pull out when it got cold, it's time to modernize your view on this warm, soft, functional fiber! Wool has come a long way in recent years. | | | | Have you utilized any SBA-administered services or programs? | | | We want to share when our clients have success! If you have worked with UTRGV VBOC and would like to be featured in our newsletters, please let us know! Email vboc@utrgv.edu | | |
UTRGV Veterans Business Outreach Center provides business training,
counseling, technical assistance, and mentoring to Veterans, Reservist,
National Guard, active duty personnel, and spouses.
CALL US TODAY!
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1407 E. Freddy Gonzalez Dr.
Edinburg, Texas
Monday - Friday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
956-665-8931
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To comply with social distancing standards, per the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, UTRGV VBOC is offering remote business advisement that is free of charge and confidential to new and existing veteran business owners. Please register to our eCenter to receive assistance from our business advisors.
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