Register Now for Digital Marketing Clinic, Wed, March 26 and Small Business Opportunities From Around HCC

Small Business Opportunities

In this Issue:

Digital Marketing Clinic - Using AI to help guide your Digital Marketing

Wednesday, March 26, 6:00 pm - 8:00pm On Zoom
Featuring Presenter: Beth Guide
Open Access - Register Now!

More Upcoming Small Business Opportunities Around HCC:

HCC Spring 2025 PitchFest Competition & Expo - Feb 21 - Mar 25, 1:00pm - 3:00pm, HCC West Loop Campus - Deadline to apply is March 25th!
Building a Robust Online Presence - Mar 27, 12:00pm - 2:00 pm, Virtual Event
H-Town Roundup 2025 - Mar 24 - Mar 28, Various Locations
Federal Taxes for Your New Business - Mar 28, 9:00am - 11:00am, Avenue CDC Homeownership Center
How to Bid on Contracts - Certifications & Connections Series - Mar 31, 12:30pm - 2:00pm, Fort Bend County Libraries - Sienna Branch
Manage Time in a World of To-Do Lists - Apr 8, Apr 15 & Apr 22, 10:00am - 12:00pm, HCC Felix Fraga Campus
Canva 101 - Apr 10, Apr 17 & Apr 24, 10:00am - 12:00pm, Virtual Event
TX09 Codefest with Congressman Al Green - Apr 12, 10:00am - 3:00pm, HCC South Campus

Monthly Digital Marketing Clinic

Using AI to help guide your Digital Marketing

More about this month's special topic: Learn strategies to have AI help improve your google position and ads.

Our Format: Open Discussion – Ask questions of our experts relating to your business about today's special topic or these other Clinic Topics:

Social Media
Web Design
Videos
Local Search Engine Optimization
Convertible Key Words – How to Make Sales
Analytics & Conversion Management

Click here to register now for our Digital Marketing Clinic - https://hcc.idloom.events/DMCMar26

Join Beth Guide and Sandra Louvier with the Glenda & David Regenbaum Center for Entrepreneurship at Houston Community College Northwest and SCORE for our Monthly Digital Marketing Clinics, running now for over four years and building a loyal following of entrepreneurs seeking to continuously improve their digital marketing effectiveness.

More Upcoming Small Business

Opportunities from Around HCC

HCC Spring 2025 PitchFest Competition & Expo

Deadline to apply is March 25th!

The HCC Spring 2025 PitchFest Competition & Expo is designed for students to share their creative ideas and innovation projects.

All Creative Ideas & Innovations Are Welcome!

The HCC PitchFest Competition for Spring 2025 allows students to share their creative ideas and innovations.

Up to $3,000 for cash prizes sponsored by Southwest Center for Entrepreneurship!

1st place - $1,500
2nd place - $1,000
3rd place - $500

The competition is designed to explore innovative approaches to answering pressing societal needs and spark an atmosphere of social dialogue and community.

HCC PitchFest Competition accepts student projects/startups from midnight from February 21 to March 25!

The competition Finalists' Presentation and Awards Ceremony will be held at the West Loop Campus on Friday, March 28, 2024, between 1 pm to 3 pm.

Note: On the same day, a Student Showcase Expo will occur from 10 am to 12 pm, and Lunch and Learn Panels from 12 pm to 1:00 pm.

The HCC PitchFest Competition aims to provide financial and institutional support for students who want to impact the world through entrepreneurship.

HCC is eager to harness the creativity and passion of Houston's student body to catalyze social change.

https://www.hccs.edu/hcc-in-the-community/entrepreneurial-initiatives/elevator-pitch/

Building a Robust Online Presence with Julie Hartman

March 27th, 2025, from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM

Virtual on Zoom

Ready to take your business online? Join us for a dynamic workshop hosted virtually by Julie Hartman, Co-Founder of B2G Victory.

Learn essential strategies for building a strong online presence through social media and digital platforms. Whether you’re a new business owner or looking to refine your digital strategy, this session will provide valuable insights on growing your brand and connecting with customers. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to boost your business’s online impact!

https://hcc.idloom.events/BOP

H-Town Roundup 2025

March 24 - 28, 2025

Free Event

Join innovators, entrepreneurs and tech talent for one global week of innovation, tech and entrepreneurial impact. Celebrating Tech, Innovation & Impact!

Inspiring Keynote Speakers
Interactive Workshops
Startup Showcases
Networking Opportunities
Closed Pitches

Organizer : Houston Exponential

From March 24–28, 2025, we’ll celebrate five years of innovation, entrepreneurship, and collaboration with FIVE incredible days packed with inspiring talks, networking opportunities, and a showcase of the best in the Greater Houston tech and startup ecosystem

To know more about the event and to register click the following link - https://www.houstonexponential.com/event-details/h-town-roundup-2025-1

Federal Taxes for Your New Business

Friday, March 28th, 2025

Presented by the IRS, with Northside Chamber of Commerce and Avenue CDC

9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

Location: Avenue CDC Homeownership Center

3517 Irvington Blvd, Houston, TX 77009

Navigating federal taxes can be one of the most challenging aspects of starting and running a new business. Join us for an essential workshop presented by the IRS, "Federal Taxes for Your New Business," and gain the knowledge you need to manage your tax obligations confidently and effectively.

Workshop Highlights:

Understanding Federal Tax Requirements
Registering Your Business with the IRS
Tax Deductions and Credits
Record-Keeping Essentials
Filing Your Taxes
Q&A Session

Parking for this event is free and available directly in front of the building.

For any questions about this event, please reach out to

Susie Molina, susie.molina@hccs.edu .

Ensure your new business is on the right track with federal tax compliance. Register today for expert guidance and set yourself up for success!

https://hcc.idloom.events/Mar28

How to Bid on Contracts - Certifications & Connections Series

March 31, 2025

Time: 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM CST

Address: Sienna Branch Library, 8411 Sienna Springs Blvd, Missouri City, TX 77459

How to Bid on Contracts: Every contract isn't a million-dollar deal - there are opportunities of all sizes! Whether you're a new entrepreneur or an established business, this session will equip you with strategies to find contracts that match your capacity and position yourself to win.

What You'll Learn

Identifying smaller contracts to build momentum
Understanding procurement language & requirements
Networking to attract contract opportunities

Who Should Attend

This session is ideal for small business owners, certified firms, and entrepreneurs seeking to expand through government contracting

www.missouricitychambers.com/LUNCH

Manage Time in a World of To-Do Lists

Tuesdays, April 8th - 22nd, 2025 from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

at Houston Community College - Felix Fraga Campus, inside room 160 of the Felix Fraga Building located on

301 N Drennan St, Houston, TX 77003

Join Julie Hartman, co-founder of B2G Victory, for a transformative time management workshop. Over three sessions (April 8, 15, 22, 2025), you’ll learn practical strategies to conquer overwhelm, prioritize effectively, and stay organized in the fast-paced world of entrepreneurship. Don’t let your to-do list control you—get the tools you need to manage your time and focus on what truly matters.

https://hcc.idloom.events/TIME

Sponsored by Capital One

CANVA 101

Thursday, April 10, 17, 24, 2025

Presented by Marisela Vasquez

10:00 a.m - 12:00 p.m.

Virtual Series on Zoom

Link shared after successfully registering for the series

Canva 101: 3-Day Virtual Workshop Series for Small Business Owners

Are you a small business owner looking to create stunning, professional designs without breaking the bank? This 3-day virtual workshop series is designed to help you leverage Canva’s powerful tools to create eye-catching visuals that will elevate your brand and marketing efforts. Whether you're designing social media posts, promotional materials, or business presentations, this series is for you!

https://hcc.idloom.events/CNV101

TX09 Codefest with Congressman Al Green

Saturday, April 12th, 2025 from 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

at Houston Community College South -

in Willie Gay Hall located on

1990 Airport Boulevard, Houston, TX 77051

Join Congressman Al Green for an exciting coding event! Middle and High school students will have a unique opportunity to build a new software program, showcase technical creativity, and collaborate with peers to build something or revolutionize the software industry. Don't miss this opportunity to code your way to success!

Lunch will be provided for participating students.

https://iqconnect.house.gov/iqextranet/EForm.aspx?__cid=TX09AG&__fid=100023

About the Glenda & David Regenbaum Center for Entrepreneurship

HCC Northwest

OUR MISSION: To help entrepreneurs start and grow their businesses.

We do this by offering workshops, seminars, summits, classes and competitive training and advising, while also providing practical knowledge, resources and connections. We are also known for three Signature Programs: the Annual HCC Business Plan Competition, now in its 17th year; the Small Business Success Series by by HCC^©; and the HCC Mattress Mack School of Selling^©.

Our Center for Entrepreneurship is part of the Houston Community College Office of Entrepreneurial Initiatives. The Office of Entrepreneurial Initiatives was established to build and sustain the Houston business community through effective and relevant educational initiatives to help businesses grow in revenue, personnel and business opportunities. The Office of Entrepreneurial Initiatives leads and coordinates all business and entrepreneurial initiatives by providing system-wide support, and leadership to fulfill HCC’s Strategic Agenda to “Cultivate and Entrepreneurial Culture Across the Institution.”

The HCC Office of Entrepreneurial Initiatives has been honored with a number of prestigious awards. For more on awards in recent years; https://conta.cc/3wgcmxc

On behalf of all of our entrepreneurial programs and staff, we thank all of the entrepreneurs, partners, sponsors, volunteers, students, and HCC faculty and staff who have contributed to our efforts! Without your support and dedication to our programs, these awards wouldn't have been possible!

Contact our center at c4e@hccs.edu or 713-718-6650