Learn about the 2024 Asian Chamber Membership Benefits. A Step-by-Step guide to maximize your chamber membership and help use it to grow your business. We have exciting events and program planned for the year!

Walmart Launches Application Period for Open Call 2024, Celebrating Over a Decade of Investing in American Jobs Walmart invites entrepreneurs to apply to pitch their products made, grown or assembled in the U.S. for an opportunity to get on Walmart or Sam's Club shelves or online.

SBA Office of Disaster Recovery & Resilience (ODRR) is currently: Coordinating with FEMA on potential for opening several Disaster Recovery Centers (DRCs). Coordinating with State, local, and resource partners on potential of opening Business Recovery Centers (BRCs). DRCs and BRCs are great resources to get help with Federal assistance applications for Businesses of all sizes, Homeowners, Renters, & Private nonprofit organizations.

SBA Provides low-interest disaster loans to homeowners, renters, and businesses. Low-interest federal disaster loans are available to Texas businesses and residents affected by recent storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes and flooding. Applicants may apply online and receive additional disaster assistance.

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.

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.

A one-day event crafted for any business owner, especially those within their first five years of business. This speed networking style gathering goes beyond the ordinary, featuring targeted networking with key community partners.

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

The Governor's Small Business Summit - Galveston/Gulf Coast aims to help Texas small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs reach new heights by connecting them with the resources and information needed to start, strengthen and grow a business. This event offers a variety of sessions bringing together local, state and federal resource partners to provide key insights on critical business topics.

The Consulate General of the Republic of Indonesia in Houston, in collaboration with the Indonesian Trade Promotion Center in Los Angeles, PT. Trans Pacific International Logistics, and ETOOBAI, is pleased to invite you to our upcoming Info Session on the 2024 Trade Expo Indonesia and Logistics.

Join the City of Houston Mayor's Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Advisory Board in uplifting AAPI and uniting communities at the inaugural AAPI National Convention Houston. The AAPI National Convetion Houston will offer keynote addresses, panel discussions, networking opportunities, as well as access to the National Association of Asian American Professionals (NAAAP) job fair and community market.

Looking to Grow YOUR Business? In breakout sessions, learn about various no-cost business development programs throughout Houston that are available to small businesses.

For over 30 years the City of Houston has partnered with Turner Construction Company to offer Turner School of Construction Management. Participants accepted into the program who complete at least seven of the first eight classes will receive a certificate of completion. This training program is FREE of charge.

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.

Join the SBA Houston District Office an upcoming event to learn more about access to capital, SBA Lending Programs and meet SBA-approved lenders!

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.

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.

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

Take your woman-owned business to the next level with an Amber Grant. $2,000 grants are awarded monthly from WomensNet. Apply today!