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SUMMARY:SBA Federal Contracting Series: Women-Owned Small Business Program + PTAC Services
DESCRIPTION:As part of the Federal Contracting Series\, the Brownsville Chamber of Commerce collaborates with the U.S. Small Business Administration for the Women-Owned Small Business Program online workshop July 7. \nThe federal government’s goal is to award at least five percent of all federal contracting dollars to women-owned small businesses each year. \nAt this workshop\, attendees will learn about the Woman-Owned Small Business and the Economically Disadvantaged Woman Owned Small Business Program. They will also receive information on the benefits of being a WOSB certified firm. \nIn addition\, attendees will learn about WOSB’s application process and if they qualify for the programs. \nIf your business is owned and controlled by a woman\, and you have a product or service you can sell to the federal government\, and you want to take advantage of federal contracting opportunities\, then this workshop is for you. This is a no-cost informational session. \nRegister online.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/sba-federal-contracting-series-women-owned-small-business-program-ptac-services/
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CATEGORIES:Seminars and Workshops
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SUMMARY:SBA Federal Contracting Series: Federal HUBZone Program + Texas HUB Program Certification
DESCRIPTION:As part of the Federal Contracting Series\, the Brownsville Chamber of Commerce collaborates with the U.S. Small Business Administration and the UTRGV Procurement Technical Assistance Center for the Federal HUBZone Certification Program + Texas HUB Program Certification webinar July 14. \nThe federal government uses special programs to help small businesses win at least at 23 percent of all federal contracting dollars each year. \nTo help provide a level playing field for small businesses located in a HUBZone area the government limits competition for certain contracts to businesses that participate in the Federal HUBZone Programs. \nThe government’s goal is to award at least three percent of all contracting dollars to HUBZone-certified small businesses each year. The presenters will also cover the Texas HUB Program certification. \nDiscover and learn:\n\nIf government contracting is for you.\nThe benefits for being a certified firm.\nIf you qualify for the program.\nIf you are in a designated area.\nSteps on how to do business with the federal government.\n\nRegister online.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/sba-federal-contracting-series-federal-hubzone-program-texas-hub-program-certification/
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CATEGORIES:Seminars and Workshops
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SUMMARY:Health Wellness Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Sarah Koudouzian\nReady to commit to a healthy lifestyle? Join South Texas Health System to hear from celebrity personal trainer and author Sarah Koudiuzian at this seminar July 17. The seminar takes place in two sessions\, one in person and another on Zoom. The live program includes a special exercise routine and a live cooking demonstration\, as well as a mini health expo. \nThe live session one takes place 10-11 a.m.\, while in-person and Zoom is 1-2:30 p.m. \nRegistration is required for in-person sessions.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/health-wellness-seminar/
LOCATION:South Texas Heart System Health Clinics\, 500 East Ridge Road\, McAllen\, TX\, 78503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminars and Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kassandra Rodriguez":MAILTO:kassandra.rodriguez@ubsrgv.com
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SUMMARY:The HR Process
DESCRIPTION:The HR Process webinar on July 21 covers the appropriate steps to take when planning for human resources in a small business. This includes what each step entails and its importance. \nThe UTRGV SBDC presents this webinar with promotional support from local chambers of commerce. These include Brownsville\, Greater Mission\, RGV Hispanic and San Benito. \nRegister online.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/the-hr-process-7/
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CATEGORIES:Seminars and Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Esperanza P. Delgado":MAILTO:esperanza.delgado@utrgv.edu
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SUMMARY:E-Commerce Roadmap: Strategic Selling II
DESCRIPTION:The “E-Commerce Roadmap: Strategic Selling II” online training July 27 assists any small business owner who is searching for the proper tips and tools to participate successfully in electronic commerce. \nSession Topics:\n\nSelling on social media\nDetermining your social media audience\nDefining engaging social content\nUnderstanding marketing automation\n\nRegister online.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/e-commerce-roadmap-strategic-selling-ii/
LOCATION:Online\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminars and Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="UTRGV Small Business Development Center":MAILTO:sbdc@utrgv.edu
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SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn: Weathering a Financial Emergency
DESCRIPTION:Join the Brownsville Chamber of Commerce and BBVA for a financial education workshop July 29. Financial experts will provide information\, tips and resources to help you with your everyday finances and long-term financial goals. \nIn this workshop\, participants will:\n\nUnderstand the risks small businesses may face during a financial emergency.\nPrepare for financial emergencies by creating a personalized plan.\nSeek out and access resources provided specifically for small businesses.\n\nThis event is free and open to the community. \nRegister online.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/lunch-learn-weathering-a-financial-emergency/
LOCATION:Brownsville Chamber of Commerce\, 1600 University Blvd.\, Brownsville\, TX\, 78520\, United States
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