To combat the spread of COVID-19, Sul Ross State University SBDC will be providing virtual meetings with clients on as needed basis. Our advisors are here to help answer your questions. We are committed to supporting you during this challenging time. Please contact each advisor through phone or email as follows:
Cynthia Gomez
Senior Business Advisor
Eagle Pass, TX
Phone: 830.758.5026
Maricela Brown
Business Advisor
Eagle Pass, TX
Phone: 830.758.5024
Juan Gallegos, Jr.
Senior Business Advisor
Del Rio, TX
Phone: 830.403.4811
Kevin Gonzalez
Business Advisor
Uvalde, TX
Phone: 830.279.3018
GET YOUR LOCAL BUSINESS FOUND ON GOOGLE SEARCH AND MAPS
Learn about Google My Business, a free tool for local businesses who want to connect with customers on Google Search and Maps. Get hands-on help creating or updating your business profile or a simple website.

IN THIS SESSION, WE'LL SHOW YOU HOW TO

-Create or claim your Business Profile on Google
-Manage your business info across Google Search and Maps
-Use Google My Business to connect with potential customers
-Create a free website using the info from your Business Profile

DATE: APRIL 29, 2020
TIME: 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
REACH CUSTOMERS ONLINE WITH GOOGLE
Learn how customers find your business online and how to promote your business using Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and Smart Campaigns in Google Ads. 

IN THIS SESSION, WE'LL SHOW YOU HOW TO

-Improving your website’s visibility in Google’s organic search results, on all devices
-Creating a free Google My Business listing
-Advertising your business on Google

DATE: APRIL 30, 2020
TIME: 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
VIRTUAL ROUNDTABLE HR, COVID-19 AND EMPLOYERS Q&A
Join us as Deirdre Pattillo, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, Project Manager – Employer Services UTSA SBDC Center for Government Contracting joins us to answer your questions on HR issues and COVID-19. Your questions can be submitted prior to the round-table by sending them to sbdc-rgc@sulross.edu

DATE: MAY 13, 2020
TIME: 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
10 Commonly Asked Coronavirus Small Business Loan Questions

Your most commonly asked questions about the SBA loans being offered to small businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic — answered.
HOW TO LOOK GOOD ON VIDEO CALLS FOR ZOOM, FACE TIME, SKYPE
Since we are all on Zoom meetings, FaceTime, and other video chats these days, here are some tips for looking great during a video call.

TOGETHER WE WILL PREPARE AND PERSEVERE