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!

Because of extended power outages caused by Hurricane Beryl, Texans who purchased or rented generators between July 5 and July 20, 2024, in designated counties may be eligible for assistance under FEMA's Individual Assistance Program.

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.

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.

You can apply to be part of SCORE's 60th Anniversary Pitch Competitions and pitch your business to a panel of industry experts to compete for a chance to secure up to $20,000 for your business. Submit your pitch application by July 31, 2024.

Every business is different and what works for one may not work for another. The same goes for your marketing plan! Join SBA and SCORE Houston to gain a solid understanding of how to develop a marketing plan that aligns with your business objectives and drives growth.

UH HUB Departments Large Construction Event. During this meeting, we will have over primes from 4-5 contracts totaling over $150,000,000 that have been awarded this year. Construction is expected to begin construction next year. They are looking for notable subs! This an opportunity HUBs within construction do not want to miss.

In celebration of SMB (Small Business) Days and in support of Verizon's commitment to Small Business Owners, we're offering complimentary professional headshots!

Anime Matsuri is an annual anime, Japanese culture, and related arts convention hosted at the George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston, Texas. Join thousands of fans and explore over 1,800,000 sq feet of anime, panels, workshops, Special Guests, celebrities, Vendor/Exhibitor area, Artist Alley/showcase, live concerts, Cosplay Contests, Gaming, and over 1000 hrs of programming including a Japanese car show!

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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!