Seminars and Workshops
Events
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The Business of Farming and Ranching
Online TX, United StatesHear from federal experts online July 21 about the opportunities that exist for farmers and ranchers in rural communities to begin their business journey. Learn about online tools available from the USDA and SBA to help you start, grow and succeed in your farming, ranching or related business. Topics covered include: How to access funding Developing business acumen Where to find local assistance Basics of selling to the government Participants…
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Protection in a Digital Age Presented by Frost Bank
Brownsville Chamber of Commerce 1600 University Blvd., Brownsville, TX, United StatesFrost Bank in partnership with the Brownsville Chamber of Commerce presents "Protection in a Digital Age" on July 28. Jami Palmer, vice president of Frost Loss Prevention, will focus on cyber fraud and how it impacts businesses. Explore cyber business attacks like phishing, ransomware and malware, business email compromise and how to protect your business. Register online.
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Lunch & Learn – Business 201
Casa de Palmas Hotel 101 North Main Street, McAllen, TX, United StatesChase Bank and the Rio Grande Valley Hispanic Chamber of Commerce present a Lunch & Learn workshop Aug. 18, "Business 201." Lunch choices include a tropical chicken salad sandwich, roast beef po-boy or strawberry grapefruit salad. This workshop is part of a series of eight Lunch & Learn workshops with offerings in English and Spanish. RSVP is required by contacting the chamber or registering online.
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South Texas Builders Expo
Edinburg Conference Center at Renaissance 118 Paseo del Prado, Edinburg, United StatesThe South Texas Builders Expo takes place Aug. 20 from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Aug. 21 from noon to 5 p.m. at the Edinburg Conference Center at Renaissance. The expo hosts the region's top exhibitors in homebuilding products, service solutions and up-to-date technology. Entrance to the two-day expo is free. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet hundreds of builders from the industry's top companies as well as…
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Lunch & Learn – Marketing in a Digital World
Casa de Palmas Hotel 101 North Main Street, McAllen, TX, United StatesChase Bank and the Rio Grande Valley Hispanic Chamber of Commerce present a Lunch & Learn workshop Aug. 23, "Marketing in a Digital World." Lunch choices include a tropical chicken salad sandwich, roast beef po-boy or strawberry grapefruit salad. This workshop is part of a series of eight Lunch & Learn workshops with offerings in English and Spanish. RSVP is required by contacting the chamber or registering online.
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E-Commerce Roadmap: Getting Your Business Online
WebinarWhat tools do you need to get your business online? Are you interested in launching an online business? Do you want to grow your existing business through online sales? UTRGV SBDC's "E-Commerce Roadmap: Getting Your Business Online" webinar on Aug. 24 assists small business owners searching for the proper tools in electronic commerce. Topics include the following: Overview of electronic commerce Technical requirements to launching an e-commerce strategy or business…
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Lunch & Learn – Planning for a Healthy Business
Casa de Palmas Hotel 101 North Main Street, McAllen, TX, United StatesChase Bank and the Rio Grande Valley Hispanic Chamber of Commerce present a Lunch & Learn workshop Aug. 30, “Planning for a Healthy Business.” Lunch choices include a tropical chicken salad sandwich, roast beef po-boy or strawberry grapefruit salad. This workshop is the last in a series of eight Lunch & Learn workshops with offerings in English and Spanish. RSVP is required by contacting the chamber or registering online.
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Business Training Center – Harlingen EDC
Harlingen Area Chamber of Commerce 311 E. Tyler Ave., Harlingen, TX, United StatesHarlingen EDC's Beverly Loftus introduces a slew of resources that small businesses and entrepreneurs are able to utilize to help start and grow their business. This event is free, but RSVP is required by emailing aalvarez@harlingen.com.
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Brownsville Chamber Connect +
Brownsville Chamber of Commerce 1600 University Blvd., Brownsville, TX, United StatesJoin the Brownsville Chamber of Commerce on Sept. 26 at Chamber Connect + to learn about what the chamber of commerce can do for you or to receive a refresher on membership benefits. Attendees will learn how to: take advantage of membership benefits join a committee stay connected with members-only online portal set up membership profile This event is free and open to the community. For more information, contact Brownsville…
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Sisters in Service: Women Veterans Seminar
Tropical Texas Behavioral Health - Weslaco Conference Center 2215 West Business 83, Weslaco, TX, United StatesJoin SBA Lower Rio Grande Valley District Office District Director Angela Burton as she hosts a panel on Oct. 1 on how women veterans can become entrepreneurs. This event will provide information, resources and an opportunity to network with fellow women veterans in the Rio Grande Valley. Registration and a full schedule is available online.
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ServSafe Food Managers Certification
Multiple sites South Padre IslandThe ServSafe Food Managers Certification on Oct. 18-19 provides the training needed to meet SPI City Ordinances. Certification classes take place once a year and are good for five years. This is a two-day class offered in both English and Spanish, with the test administered on the second day. Registration is $200 for South Padre Island Chamber of Commerce members, $225 for prospective members. Registration includes two days of classes,…
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Franchising for Veterans – Boots to Business Extended Tour
St. Joseph Academy 101 Saint Joseph Dr. - Room 120, Brownsville, TX, United StatesThe Boots to Business Extended Tour series on Nov. 4 is a collection of workshops meant to give veterans a deeper understanding of covered topics, as well as exposure to relevant subject matter experts. The Franchising for Veterans workshop dispels the myths and misunderstandings related to being a franchisee. By the end of the class, attendees will have a better grasp of the opportunities franchising can provide to a veteran…