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SUMMARY:Chamber Connect +
DESCRIPTION:Join the Brownsville Chamber of Commerce team on June 9 for Chamber Connect + to learn more about what your chamber can do for you. Whether you’re seeking a deeper understanding of how your local chamber of commerce can elevate your business\, or simply in need of a refresher on membership benefits\, don’t miss out on Chamber Connect+. \nAttend to learn: \n\nHistory of the Chamber of Commerce in Brownsville:\n\nExplore the rich legacy of the Brownsville Chamber of Commerce\, spanning 86 years\, as a driving force for local businesses.\nUnderstand how the Brownsville Chamber has been instrumental in shaping Brownsville’s economic landscape\, fostering growth\, and creating a thriving business community.\n\n\nMembership Benefits Overview:\n\nGain insight into the extensive array of exclusive advantages accessible to members\, ranging from networking opportunities\, marketing exposure to advocacy efforts.\nLearn about specialized programs tailored to cater to diverse business needs\, including workshops\, seminars and access to valuable resources.\n\n\nMaximizing Your Membership:\n\nDiscover practical strategies for making the most of your chamber membership\, from leveraging networking events to accessing tailored resources for business growth.\nUncover tips on staying actively engaged with the chamber’s initiatives\, committees and events to ensure a continuous flow of benefits and opportunities.\n\n\n\nFor more information\, contact the Brownsville Chamber of Commerce.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/chamber-connect-8/
LOCATION:Brownsville Chamber of Commerce\, 1600 University Blvd.\, Brownsville\, TX\, 78520\, United States
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SUMMARY:LSNB Lunch & Learn: Fundamentals of Business Entities and Loan Readiness for Small Business
DESCRIPTION:Lone Star National Bank hosts a complimentary Lunch & Learn seminar on “Fundamentals of Business Entities and Loan Readiness for Small Business” on July 10. \nRSVP by emailing CommunityRelations@lonestarnationalbank.com or by calling 956-414-2051.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/lsnb-lunch-learn-fundamentals-of-business-entities-and-loan-readiness-for-small-business/
LOCATION:Lone Star National Bank – McAllen\, 520 East Nolana Avenue\, McAllen\, United States
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SUMMARY:QuickBooks for Beginners (4 Session Course)
DESCRIPTION:Join the Brownsville Chamber of Commerce beginning July 11 for an in-depth\, four-session Quickbooks for Beginners course focused on the desktop version. \nPresented by CPA Lizandro Garcia of Burton McCumber & Longoria\, this course is designed to help you gain confidence and proficiency in using Quickbooks for your business accounting needs. \nThis course is ideal for Small Business owners\, Accounting professionals new to Quickbooks\, anyone responsible for managing business finances. \nCourse Details: \n\nFormat: Four-session course occurring every Thursday\, from 2:30-4:30 p.m.\nSession Dates: July 11\, July 18\, July 25\, August 1\n\nRegistration Information:  \n\nFee: $150 per person\nRegistration deadline: July 9\nAll fees are non-refundable and non-transferrable.\n\nAdditional Information: \n\nParticipants are encouraged to bring their own laptop to follow along and take notes.\nAll participants must have their own Quickbooks license.\n\nRegister online.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/quickbooks-for-beginners-4-session-course/
LOCATION:Brownsville Chamber of Commerce\, 1600 University Blvd.\, Brownsville\, TX\, 78520\, United States
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SUMMARY:Let’s Talk Business - Money Smart for Small Business: Building Credit
DESCRIPTION:“Money Smart for Small Business-Building Credit” on July 12 discusses what your credit reveals and how to assure you are ready “credit-wise” before you approach a lender for financing. Business owners need to understand how their credit profile works and how that affects them when approaching a lender for financing. \nDiscover and Learn:\n\nCredit Reporting and your business\nImpact of Personal Credit on your business\nBusiness Credit Reporting\nHow Lenders Evaluate your Creditworthiness\nCredit Reporting and Business Operations\n\nSBA realizes that understanding your finances is critical to running a business\, and they are here to help. The SBA is dedicated to helping entrepreneurs secure a stable financial future by providing counseling and training from our resource partners and SBA’s Learning Center. Its online learning center has various courses at no cost to you on financing your business\, accounting\, pricing and more. \nFor more information\, contact Veronica Z. Ortega. Register online. \nAbout the Series – Organized by the SBA Lower Rio Grande Valley District Office\nIntroducing the “Let’s Talk Business Series\,” a 12-part program connecting entrepreneurs with federal\, state\, and local small business resources.  Whether you’re a budding entrepreneur or want to grow your business\, this series presents essential business topics\, provides a forum for networking\, and promotes success in today’s dynamic business environment.  Participants may attend one\, two\, six\, or all sessions.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/lets-talk-business-money-smart-for-small-business-building-credit/
LOCATION:SBA Lower Rio Grande Valley District Office \, 2422 E. Tyler Ave.\, Suite E\, Harlingen\, TX\, 78550\, United States
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SUMMARY:Manage Your Online Presence | Grow with Google Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The Brownsville Chamber of Commerce partners with Grow with Google to help the community learn digital skills with a workshop at the eBridge Center on July 23. At “Manage Your Online Presence\,” individuals will learn about social media and building an online presence\, and how to use both to establish or build a career or business. \nThis workshop addresses:\n\nUnderstand the public nature of social media\nExplore different social media platforms\nUnderstand the impact of social media behavior on job search\nLearn social media best practices\n\nRegister online. \nFor more information\, contact the Brownsville Chamber of Commerce.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/manage-your-online-presence-grow-with-google-workshop/
LOCATION:eBridge Center for Business & Commercialization\, 1304 E Adams Street\, Brownsville\, TX\, United States
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SUMMARY:Let’s Talk Business - Financing Options for your Business: A Lender Panel Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Let’s Talk Business\nMoney is the lifeline of any business\, and securing financing is a significant factor. Many entrepreneurs find the task daunting and don’t know where to begin. “Financing Options for your Business: A Lender Panel Discussion” on July 26 at SBA’s Lower Rio Grande Valley District Office includes a panel of participating SBA lenders and microlenders on hand to answer questions and provide information on how to apply for a business loan and the requirements for it. \nDiscover and Learn:\n\nBasic requirements and eligibility\nThe difference between a conventional loan and an SBA-guaranteed loan\nThe five C’s of credit\nCriteria used to evaluate loan proposals\n\n“Financing Options for your Business: A Lender Panel Discussion” is the eleventh in a series of 12 specifically developed with the local entrepreneur in mind. The 12-part series addresses a variety of subjects and connects participants with experts from federal\, state\, and local business resources. \nFor more information\, contact Veronica Z. Ortega. \nAbout the Series – Organized by the SBA Lower Rio Grande Valley District Office \nIntroducing the “Let’s Talk Business Series\,” a 12-part program connecting entrepreneurs with federal\, state\, and local small business resources.  Whether you’re a budding entrepreneur or want to grow your business\, this series presents essential business topics\, provides a forum for networking\, and promotes success in today’s dynamic business environment.  Participants may attend one\, two\, six\, or all sessions. \nRegister online.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/lets-talk-business-financing-options-for-your-business-a-lender-panel-discussion/
LOCATION:SBA Lower Rio Grande Valley District Office \, 2422 E. Tyler Ave.\, Suite E\, Harlingen\, TX\, 78550\, United States
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