Each year, the Asian Chamber hosts a business conference to educate and provide opportunities of trade through educational workshops. We are excited to have various industry leaders discuss topics ranging the supply chain, marketing, accounting, labor and technology. We will also have a supplier diversity panel with buyers and managers from various organizations speaking on how to seen and heard. Regional businesses are encourage to attend.
2024 ANNUAL ASIAN CHAMBER BUSINESS CONFERENCE and LENDER MATCHMAKING
FRIDAY, AUGUST 16, 2024
- 08:30am – 09:00am Registration
- 09:00am – 12:00pm Business Conference
- 12:30pm – 3:00pm Lender Matchmaking* (Administered by U.S. Small Business Administration)
West Houston Institute, 2811 Hayes Rd, Houston, TX 77082
ACC Business Conference and Lender Matchmaking:
www.asianchamberfoundation.org/conference
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ACC Membership Info Session
Sept 6th - Free
| 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 2024. This is free and open to members and non-members. | |
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Partner and Community Events | |
Beryl Disaster Relief Loan for Small Businesses
Current Resources
| Rebuild with Confidence with a LiftFund 5% Fixed Rate Loan. Take advantage of our special loan program to help you recover, stabilize, or grow your small business if affected by Hurricane Beryl. | |
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LiftFund Business Resource Hub
Various Dates - Free
| LiftFund Workshops and Events including how to set up QuickBooks online, DIY Workshops, learn how to get government contracts, and understand entrepreneural traits and personal priorities. | |
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HCC Mattress Mack School of Selling
August 13th - August 29th - Free
| Houston Community College is proud to offer HCC Mattress Mack School of Selling© training through the Glenda and David Regenbaum Center for Entrepreneurship - HCC Northwest. Houston Community College offers six 2.5 hour virtual training sessions based on the Mattress Mack Philosophy of sales practices in collaboration with Jim McIngvale. | |
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Access to Capital and Lending Resources for Small Business
August 14th - Free
| Join the Houston MBDA as we host the TRUFUND on Wednesday, August 14 at 11:30am. During this webinar, you'll hear from TruFund representatives about the myriad of financial resources available to Entrepreneurs through their programs. REGISTER TODAY so you don't miss a great opportunity to grow and scale your business! | |
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Harris Health Town Hall Meeting
August 14th - Free
| Join Harris Health's Town Hall Meeting this August 14th. Engage in updates about Harris Health. The community is invited to attend the upcoming Community Town Hall and listen to updates about the Harris Health. Harris County Precinct 2Commissioner Garcia will join the Harris Health Executive leadership to share community resources, project progress and opportunities available. | |
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BHBH Procurement Opportunity: FIFA RFI
August 16th - Free
| Harris County - Houston Sports Authority launched Buy Houston, By Houston Supplier Diversity Program (BHBH) to engage with diverse local suppliers to maximize procurement opportunities in partnership with high-profile events, starting with the 2024 College Football Playoff National Championship. This programming supports minority, woman, LGBTQIA+, and veteran-owned businesses through professional development sessions, networking events, and access to subcontract opportunities. | |
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Harris Health Contractor Diversity Program
August 19th - Free
| Join Harris Health for Coffee and Conversations on Monday, August 19th at 9:00 AM. Join us for topics including how to access capital, gather supporting documents, financial tools and resources, and business and personal credit. | |
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ACE NextGen Pitch Competition
August 25th - Free
| ACE NextGen, in collaboration with Macy's, is thrilled to announce a competition offering a total of $3,000 in cash prizes. We invite high school and college students to submit their best 30-second business pitch ideas. Winners will receive cash prizes from our sponsor and the opportunity for mentorship from our esteemed group of ACE NextGen entrepreneurs. | |
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ACE NextGen Houston and Macy's: A Sustainable Fashion Project
August 25th - Free
| ACE NextGen and Macy's are proud to present an exciting new initiative that blends style with sustainability. Our Sustainable Fashion Show aims to highlight the innovative and eco-friendly designs of today's forward-thinking fashion industry. | |
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UH System - HUB Virtual Forum and Workshop
August 28th - Free
| 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 workshop https://tinyurl.com/bdeckwwr | |
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FBISD - Doing Business with FBISD
August 28th - Free
| The Fort Bend Independent School District's Small Business Enterprise Program ("SBEP") provides increased business opportunities for locally certified small businesses to participate in contracting and procurement at the District. | |
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Crafting Your Digital Niche: Stand Out in a Crowded Online World
August 28th - Free
| Join us for a FREE small business workshop. Enjoy a complimentary meal, bring a friend, and gain valuable insights from expert business coaches. Meet other small business owners and learn about free Verizon resources created to help you achieve your business goals. Not a Verizon customer? It's not a requirement. | |
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American Pickers Come to Texas
October - Free
| The American Pickers are excited to return to Texas! They plan to film episodes of The History Channel hit television series throughout your area in October 2024. AMERICAN PICKERS is a documentary series that explores the fascinating world of antique "picking" on The History Channel. | |
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ACE NextGen Unity Conference
October 3rd - 5th - Ticketed Event
| We invite you to the Unity Conference, held from October 3rd to 5th at the Virgin Hotels in New York City. We take great pride in gathering 300 AAPI entrepreneurs, small business owners, corporate partners, Chamber leaders, and community advocates to strengthen relationships and pave the way for the next generation of innovators. | |
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H-E-B Supplier Diversity Opportunity Exchange
October 24th - Free
| The purpose of OpEx is to provide current and potential vendors /suppliers, Business Development Organizations (BDOs) and H-E-B Partners with the most current information regarding the work of H-E-B Supplier Diversity. The information provided during these sessions include resources to processes and requirements in becoming a vendor, as well as subject matter experts providing current trends surrounding the entrepreneurial landscape and supplier insight in doing business with H-E-B. | |
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Need funding for your small business? By SBA
Various Dates
| Join the SBA Houston District Office an upcoming event to learn more about access to capital, SBA Lending Programs and meet SBA-approved lenders! | |
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SBA - Interested in Government Contracting
Various Dates
| Interested in Government Contracting? There are various resources and events to attend to learn about how to do business with the Government. Register for one of these SBA events. | |
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The Office of Business Opportunity is committed to cultivating an inclusive and competitive economic environment in the City of Houston by promoting the success of small businesses and developing Houston's workforce, with a special emphasis on historically underutilized businesses and disenfranchised individuals. | |
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Harris Hub – Small Business Technical Assistance Program |
BakerRipley has partnered with Harris County to provide ARPA-funded technical assistance to Harris County small businesses impacted by COVID19! Our coaches can help you with:
• Marketing for your small business
• Accounting for your small business
• Payroll management for your small business
• Hiring for your small business
• Business Plan Creation
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Grants/Funding Resources and Notices | |
Houston Texans and Amegy Bank $5,000 Grant |
Houston Texans and Amegy Bank created the Small Business Boost program, which supports local small businesses in the Houston community. Over the past four years this program has awarded 21 small businesses with grants totaling $85,000.
Nominate a deserving small business today for their chance to receive a $5,000 grant and more!
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Bid Opportunities and Resources | |
The Following Links are Bid Opportunities from our Partners
If you have bid opportunities and want to be included in our newsletter, please contact info@asianchamber-hou.org with the direct link of your organization's bid portal.
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