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Hiring Red, White & You! Job Fair

Thursday, November 5, 2026 | 10 am - 2 pm | No cost | McNease Convention Center

Hiring Red, White & You! is CV Workforce's largest hiring event of the year and is dedicated to connecting veterans, transitioning service members, military spouses, and their families with meaningful employment opportunities. While the event is veteran-focused, it is open to all job seekers in our community.

This event is an opportunity for employers to meet qualified candidates face-to-face while helping strengthen the workforce throughout the Concho Valley. Whether it's a small business looking to hire its next employee or a veteran searching for a new career, this event creates meaningful connections that benefit our entire community.

GRACE Conference

Texas Insider Report: AUSTIN, Texas – Reentering the workforce presents significant challenges for formerly incarcerated individuals. At the same time, Texas employers face persistent labor shortages due to the state’s tremendous economic growth. 

Hosted by the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC), the Growth through Reentry to Advance Careers & Employment (GRACE) Conference is your opportunity to learn how second-chance hiring can strengthen your workforce while providing a fresh start for formerly incarcerated individuals. 

Discover how integrating second-chance individuals into your talent pipeline can drive business success. 

Event Topics Include: 

• Corporate Success Stories: Hear firsthand experiences from a large corporation utilizing second-chance hiring. 
• Education & Training Behind the Walls: Learn about targeted workforce training programs equipping individuals for immediate employment upon release. 
• The HR Perspective: Get expert guidance on how to fairly and legally evaluate applicants’ criminal history information. 
• State Resources & Incentives: Access official state resources and financial incentives available to support second-chance employers. 
• Live Testimonials: Hear powerful stories of how these employment opportunities change lives. 
• Proven Impact from a Business Perspective: A diverse panel of employers share real-world strategies and the measurable advantages of successfully making second chance hiring work. 

We invite you to attend this informative event. Registration includes lunch.  

Please feel free to share the registration link below. 

Location: Austin Southpark Hotel, 4140 Governors Row, Austin, Texas 78744 

Date:  October 20, 2026 

Time: 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. 

Registration Fee: $80 

Registration Link: GRACE Conference 2026 

Small Business Success

Intellivega

Economic Impact: Business Expansion | Owners Investment | Increase in Sales | 8 Jobs Retained | 1 Job Created

Intellivega is a software solutions provider with a focus on data analysis solutions, founded by Robert and Jonathan Johnson (JJ), who are proud supporters and long-term clients of the ASU SBDC. The company provides unique business intelligence solutions to a variety of industries in the global market.

In 2023, Robert and JJ had a big idea: to bring big business data solutions to small businesses in the San Angelo economy. They visited the ASU SBDC for assistance in preparation for this expansion and were paired with James Leavelle, a perfect fit for this dynamic data duo. James worked with Robert and JJ on their business plan, which prepared them for success and led to an expansion in their clientele, an increase in annual sales, and the need to hire two additional employees to help them meet their clients’ needs.

As the company grew, Robert identified an opportunity to expand Intellivega’s services by offering web hosting solutions to meet the increasing demand for online presence among local businesses. To ensure a smooth transition into this new service area, Robert partnered again with the ASU SBDC and was paired with Certified Business Advisor Kate Polk. Kate provided education and guidance throughout the process, helping Robert understand the regulatory requirements for this taxable service. She walked Robert through the sales tax permit application process step by step, clarifying details and ensuring compliance. Additionally, Kate provided valuable information regarding talent acquisition strategies to help Intellivega keep pace with its growing business needs.



With Kate’s assistance, Intellivega successfully obtained its sales tax permit and launched web hosting services, strengthening its competitive edge to result in an increase in sales. Today, Intellivega continues to grow as a trusted technology partner, committed to helping businesses thrive through exceptional technology solutions.

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ASU SMALL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CENTER

www.sbdc.angelo.edu | 325-942-2098

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ASU SBDC—A partnership with the U.S. Small Business Administration: Funded in part through the State of Texas and a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). SBDC services are provided to all U.S. citizens, legal residents, and foreign nationals that intend to invest in the United States, in accordance with Federal funding requirements. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities or limited English proficiency will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance.

Contact ASU SBDC, 325-942-2098 or sbdctraining@angelo.edu.