CEO Round Table
2023-02-28 09:00 - 10:00 (America/Chicago) | South Texas Health Systems Heart Hospital, 500 E Ridge Road, McAllen, TX, 78503, United States
Join the McAllen Chamber of Commerce on Feb. 28 for a candid discussion surrounding the future of business and a recap of the McAllen Day in Austin event.
After the discussion, guests will receive a private tour of the STHS facilities.
Seating is limited, RSVP with the chamber.

SPI Coffee & Conversation
2023-03-09 09:00 - 10:00 | Padre Island Brewing Company, 3400 Padre Blvd., South Padre Island, TX, 78597, United States
Join the South Padre Island Chamber of Commerce March 9 for “Coffee and Conversation” at Padre Island Brewing Co. Guest speaker is Scott Vandenburg of Origins Recovery Center. Get to know the center and what services it provides, benefits to the community and more.

Lies and Creativity: ﻿﻿﻿The Link Between Creative Thinking and Fibbing
2023-03-21 11:30 - 13:00 | Radisson Hotel McAllen Airport, 2721 South 10th Street, McAllen, TX, 78503, United States
The American Advertising Federation – RGV hosts a luncheon on March 21 with Brenda Hernandez presenting “Lies and Creativity: The Link Between Creative Thinking and Fibbing.”
Hernandez is currently a freelance copywriter after doing harrowing work at Peloton, Anomaly, Condé Nast, Remezcla, Yard, Young Heroes and LatinWorks. She’s done work for big brands such as Peloton, Google, Ally Bank, Victoria’s Secret, Target, Johnnie Walker, Budweiser, Crown Royal, Buchanan’s, Converse, Cine Las Américas, Snickers and M&Ms.
Hernandez is a Rio Grande Valley native and a graduate of UTRGV legacy institution, UTPA.
Register online in advance. Registration is required.

Importance of Bees
2023-03-30 18:00 - 19:00 | Quinta Mazatlan, 600 Sunset Drive, McAllen, TX, 78503, United States
It’s pollinating season! Quinta Mazatlán hosts Glenn Simpson on March 30 as he gives information on the importance of bees. Additionally, Simpson will also have a table set up with products from Bay Bees to take home.
Tickets are $3 and available online at quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com.

Inquieta Women Maximizing Their Impact 2023
2023-04-11 09:30 - 13:30 | Brownsville Events Center, 1 Events Center Blvd., Brownsville, TX, United States
Join the Greater Brownsville Incentives Corporation for Inquieta Women Maximizing Their Impact 2023 on April 11. The free luncheon event has a mission of empowering all RGV women. Learn about available local and state resources and hear powerful testimonials from diverse women leaders and their career journeys.
Must be registered to attend. This is a limited seating event; registrations are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Register online.

Business Over Breakfast - Dr. Jesus Roberto Rodriguez
2023-04-13 09:00 - 10:00 | Harlingen Area Chamber of Commerce, 311 E. Tyler Ave., Harlingen, TX, 78550, United States
Join the Harlingen Area Chamber of Commerce for Business Over Breakfast on April 13 with Dr. Jesus Roberto Rodriguez, president of Texas Southmost College. The morning includes complimentary breakfast and networking with local business communities.
This event is free. For more information, email aalvarez@harlingen.com.

Edinburg Chambers Public Affairs Luncheon
2023-04-13 11:30 - 13:00 | Edinburg Conference Center at Renaissance, 118 Paseo del Prado, Edinburg, 78539, United States
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz
The Edinburg Chamber of Commerce welcomes area leaders to attend its quarterly Public Affairs Luncheon on April 13 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz will bring insight into her top priorities for the 118th Congressional Session.
De La Cruz was sworn in on Jan. 7 and is the first Latina and first Republican to represent the 15th Congressional District of Texas in the United States House of Representatives. Her district spans from Hidalgo County in the Rio Grande Valley northward to Seguin in Guadalupe County, and to the east of San Antonio.
The luncheon will take place at the Edinburg Conference Center at Renaissance. The event will be live-streamed on the Edinburg Chamber of Commerce Facebook page for free viewing.
Limited tickets and tables are available for purchase by calling the Edinburg Chamber.

State of the City: Launching The Future of BTX
2023-04-19 11:00 - 13:00 | Brownsville Event Center, 1 Event Center, Brownsville, 78526, United States
The Brownsville Chamber of Commerce and the City of Brownsville join Mayor Trey Mendez for his final State of the City Address on April 19.
Local businesses, community stakeholders, constituents, and regional leaders are invited to join the in-person event showcasing the accomplishments of the City of Brownsville over the last year. Registration opens at 11 a.m. with an opportunity to network prior to the start of the program. For those unable to join in person, the address will be live on the City of Brownsville YouTube channel.
Single tickets are $50.
RSVP in advance.

The Future of Small Business Luncheon
2023-04-24 11:30 - 13:00 | Radisson Hotel McAllen Airport, 2721 South 10th Street, McAllen, TX, 78503, United States
Join the Rio Grande Valley Hispanic Chamber of Commerce for The Future of Small Business Luncheon on April 24. Special guests are Texas Association of Business President/CEO Glenn Hamer and Chairman Massey Villarreal.
The TAB Is the Texas State Chamber, representing companies of every size and Industry. TAB’s purpose Is to champion the best business climate In the world, unleashing the power of free enterprise to enhance lives for generations.
Tickets are $50 per person, $600 for a reserved table of eight.
Register online.

McAllen Chamber Speaker Series: Robert Garza
2023-04-27 11:30 - 13:00 | McAllen Chamber of Commerce, 1200 Ash Ave., McAllen, TX, 78501, United States
The McAllen Chamber of Commerce hosts its Speaker Series featuring Robert Garza on April 27. Garza will give a general understanding of business financial planning, from executive benefits, contingency planning and more.
This event is free for chamber members, $15 for non-members.
To RSVP, contact Retention Specialist Mariela Hinojosa at 956-682-2871 or mhinojosa@mcallenchamber.com.

Women Empowering Women - Cassandra Consiglio
2023-05-04 12:00 - 13:00 | Harlingen Area Chamber of Commerce, 311 E. Tyler Ave., Harlingen, TX, 78550, United States
The Harlingen Area Chamber of Commerce hosts Cassandra Consiglio for its May installment of Women Empowering Women on May 4. The director of the Harlingen Convention and Visitors Bureau will share her story of inspiration, unity and strength.
Tickets are $15 for chamber members, $20 for non-members. Must RSVP to attend.
Call 956-423-5440 or email aalvarez@harlingen.com to claim your spot.

1 Million Cups
2023-05-10 09:00 - 10:00 | McAllen Chamber of Commerce, 1200 Ash Ave., McAllen, TX, 78501, United States
Join the McAllen Chamber of Commerce for 1 Million Cups on May 10 where VeggyDog and Devstar will present about their services. One Million Cups provides a supportive, inclusive space for entrepreneurs and the community to gather and connect, where you can work through business challenges and identify opportunities.
This event is free and open to the public.

CEO Roundtable
2023-05-17 08:00 - 17:00 | South Texas Health System Heart, 1900 South D Street, McAllen, TX, 78503, United States
Join the McAllen Chamber of Commerce on May 23 a candid discussion on the future of business. U.S. Small Business Administration Lower Rio Grande Valley District Director Angela Burton will speak about solutions for small business challenges.
Seating is limited.
To RSVP, contact Retention Specialist Mariela Hinojosa 956-682-2871 or mhinojosa@mcallenchamber.com.

Lunch & Learn: Workforce Solutions
2023-05-17 11:30 - 13:00 | Mission EDC, 801 Bryan Road, Mission, TX, 78572, United States
Join the Greater Mission Chamber of Commerce for a Lunch & Learn about Workforce Solutions on May 17. Josue “Josh” Vasquez and Elena Pacheco of Workforce Solutions will share information on the network of workforce development partners that offer a range of programs and services designed to help job seekers find employment and employers find skilled workers.
Registration is required with a limited amount of spots available.
Register online.

Growing Resilient Tomatoes
2023-05-18 18:00 - 19:00 | Quinta Mazatlan, 600 Sunset Drive, McAllen, TX, 78503, United States
Quinta Mazatlan welcomes Stephanie Kasper on May 18 to discuss tomato care in South Texas, including seed starting tips, trellis options, disease prevention, and variety recommendations based on four years of trials at UTRGV’s Hub of Prosperity Farm in Edinburg. There will also be a tomato tasting to follow the presentation.
Kasper is a sustainable agriculture researcher and farm manager at UTRGV’s Hub of Prosperity Farm. She’s passionate about all kinds of resilient local food production, especially tomatoes. This will be her ninth tomato growing season and sixth season in the Rio Grande Valley.
Tickets are $3 per person and are available for purchase at quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com.
For more information, contact Quinta Mazatlán or follow Quinta Mazatlán on social media.

Speaker Series: Lydia E. Mount
2023-05-25 09:00 - 10:30 | McAllen Chamber of Commerce, 1200 Ash Ave., McAllen, TX, 78501, United States
Join the McAllen Chamber of Commerce for its Speaker Series featuring Attorney-Mediator Lydia E. Mount on March 25. Mount will speak on how to protect you, your passion, ideas, business and brand.
To RSVP, contact Retention Specialist Mariela Hinojosa at 956-682-2871 or mhinojosa@mcallenchamber.com.

Friday With The City: Broadband BTX: Past, Present and Future
2023-05-26 08:00 - 09:30 | Brownsville Events Center, 1 Events Center Blvd., Brownsville, TX, United States
The Brownsville Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the City of Brownsville hosts “Friday With The City: Broadband BTX: Past, Present and Future” on May 26. During this session, attendees will hear from Jorge Cardenas, director of Enterprise Applications for the City of Brownsville, on the past, present and future of Broadband in Brownsville.
Friday with the City is an initiative of the Brownsville Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the City of Brownsville aimed at providing an update to the community about the growth, progress and future of the city.
The public may submit questions for the presenters online.
This event is free with an RSVP.

Bird Banding Science Study With Timothy Brush
2023-06-01 18:00 - 19:00 | Quinta Mazatlan, 600 Sunset Drive, McAllen, TX, 78503, United States
Timothy Brush
Quinta Mazatlan welcomes presenter Timothy Brush on June 1 as he shares what he has learned and is still learning about Valley birds.
Green Jays and Clay-colored Thrushes are tropical birds that many birders love to see. While they are often seen at nature centers and refuges, they are also readily seen in towns and cities around the Rio Grande Valley. Brush has been conducting a bird-banding study of these birds since March 2018 to better understand their lives in our area. Bird banding is a federally regulated process which requires extensive training to ensure the safety of the birds.
Brush is a retired professor of Biology who taught at UT Rio Grande Valley and has studied Valley birds for more than 30 years. He enjoys sharing what he has learned and is still learning about Valley Birds.
Tickets for this presentation are $3 per person and are available for purchase at quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com.

Birds of Prey
2023-06-15 18:30 - 20:30 | Quinta Mazatlan, 600 Sunset Drive, McAllen, TX, 78503, United States
Sky Kings Falconry demonstrates the athleticism and speed of raptors living in the Rio Grande Valley with a live demonstration on June 15 at Quinta Mazatlan.
The Wildlife Revealed free-flight program focuses on the natural history, unique traits and the extraordinary abilities of these incredible animals. Sky Kings Falconry is dedicated to the education and preservation of our wildlife and employing its natural abilities to correct environmental issues. The team at Sky Kings has been working with raptors and other animals for more than nine years for public education and environmentally friendly bird abatement.
Thursday Night Live takes place Thursday evenings in June – August from 6:30-8:30 p.m. and are sponsored by South Texas Health System Childrens, Freels Orthodontics, Whataburger and Radisson Hotel. The park admission is $5 per person which includes the program and can be purchased at quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com.

Disaster Assistance Informational
2023-06-16 09:00 | Harlingen Area Chamber of Commerce, 311 E. Tyler Ave., Harlingen, TX, 78550, United States
Are you a business owner who has experienced natural disaster damages to your business?
Join the Harlingen Area Chamber of Commerce for a disaster assistance informational on June 16 to learn how the Small Business Administration can help with any natural disasters that have been happening in the Valley. Javier Caltenco and Veronica Chavez will speak about the services they provide with SBA.
This session is free for all businesses and homeowners in the RGV.

CEO Roundtable: Linda Ufland
2023-06-27 09:00 - 10:00 | South Texas Health System McAllen, 301 West Expy 83, McAllen, TX, United States
Join the McAllen Chamber of Commerce on June 27 for its CEO Roundtable, a candid discussion surrounding the future of business.
UTRGV Director of Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Commercialization Linda Ufland discusses support services available for startups and entrepreneurs in the region including mentorship, funding and access to resources
Complimentary coffee and pastries will be served, seating is limited.
RSVP by contacting Mariela Hinojosa at 956-682-2871 or mhinojosa@mcallenchamber.com.

Speaker Series: Sabrina Walker Hernandez
2023-06-29 09:00 - 10:30 | McAllen Chamber of Commerce, 1200 Ash Ave., McAllen, TX, 78501, United States
Join the McAllen Chamber of Commerce on June 29 for a Speaker Series featuring Supporting World Hope President & CEO and bestselling author Sabrina Walker Hernandez. During this event, attendees will learn tools to effectively communicate in the workplace.
This event is free for McAllen Chamber members, $15 for non-members.
To RSVP, contact Retention Specialist Mariela Hinojosa at 956-682-2871 or mhinojosa@mcallenchamber.com.

Legislative Luncheon: Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz
2023-06-29 11:30 - 13:00 | McAllen Performing Arts Center, 801 Convention Center Blvd., McAllen, TX, 78501, United States
Join the McAllen Chamber of Commerce for a legislative luncheon on June 29 with Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz as she shares her vision and plans for the community’s future.
Hosted by The McAllen Chamber of Commerce Government Affairs Council, membership, stakeholders and the community alike are invited to connect with De La Cruz, ask questions and gain insights into her proposed initiatives and policies.
Registration is $40 per person.
To reserve a spot, contact Director of Public Policy Gerry Garcia at 956-682-2871 or ggarcia@mcallenchamber.com.

Friday With The City Featuring Mayor John Cowen
2023-06-30 08:00 - 09:30 | Brownsville Events Center, 1 Events Center Blvd., Brownsville, TX, United States
The Brownsville Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the City of Brownsville presents Friday with the City on June 30 with newly elected City of Brownsville Mayor John Cowen. Cowen will speak on the continued construction of Lit Fiber – BTX in Brownsville, continued economic growth in the city and other major projects helping to drive Brownsville forward to higher quality of life.
Friday with the City is an initiative of the Brownsville Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the City of Brownsville aimed at providing an update to the community about the growth, progress and future of the city.
Question submissions may be made online. Admission is free with advance reservations.
For more information, contact the Brownsville Chamber of Commerce.

Women Empowering Women - Lisa Campos
2023-07-06 12:00 - 13:00 | Harlingen Area Chamber of Commerce, 311 E. Tyler Ave., Harlingen, TX, 78550, United States
Lisa Campos from Explore Harlingen will serve as keynote speaker for the Harlingen Area Chamber of Commerce’s Women Empowering Women on July 6. Campos will share her story of inspiration, unity and strength.
Must RSVP to attend as seating is limited. Registration is $15 for chamber members, $20 for non-members.
Call 956-423-5440 or email aalvarez@harlingen.com to RSVP.

Women Empowering Women - Brianna Vela-Garcia
2023-08-03 12:00 - 13:00 | TX, United States
The Harlingen Area Chamber of Commerce hosts Brianna Vela-Garcia, director of Media and Public Relations, as keynote speaker for Women Empowering Women on Aug. 3.
During lunch, listen to Vela-Garcia share her story of inspiration, unity and strength.
Attendees must RSVP in advance. Registration is $15 for chamber members, $20 for non-members.
Call 956-423-5440 or email aalvarez@harlingen.com to claim your spot.

Friday With The City | Engineering & Public Works Update: City Street Repairs
2023-08-11 08:00 - 09:30 | eBridge Center for Business & Commercialization, 1304 E Adams Street, Brownsville, TX, United States
The Brownsville Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the City of Brownsville hosts Friday with the City on Aug. 11. During this session, attendees will hear from Doroteo Garcia, director of Engineering and Planning for the City of Brownsville. He will give an update on the Engineering & Public Works Department including city street repairs.
Friday with the City is an initiative of the Brownsville Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the City of Brownsville aimed at providing an update to the community about the growth, progress and future of the city.
Questions for Garcia may be submitted online. Admission is free with RSVP.
For more information, contact the Brownsville Chamber of Commerce.

Buenas Tardes Luncheon - State of Education
2023-08-16 11:30 - 13:00 | Mission Event Center, 200 South Shary Road, Mission, TX, 78572, United States
The Mission Chamber of Commerce will hold a State of Education Luncheon during its Buenas Tardes on Aug. 16. Hear from UTRGV President Guy Bailey, South Texas College President Ricardo Solis, and Texas Higher Education Center at McAllen President and CEO Manny Vela.
Individual tickets are $50 with sponsorships available.
Register online.

McAllen Government Affairs Council Meeting
2023-08-29 11:30 - 13:00 | McAllen Chamber of Commerce, 1200 Ash Ave., McAllen, TX, 78501, United States
The McAllen Chamber of Commerce hosts its Government Affairs Council meeting on Aug. 29 with Texas Department of Transportation Commission Chairman J. Bruce Bugg Jr. Bugg will provide a comprehensive overview of his latest initiatives.
Lunch will be provided.
To RSVP, contact Gerry Garcia at 956-682-2871 or ggarcia@mcallenchamber.com.

88th Texas Legislative Update Luncheon
2023-08-31 11:30 - 13:30 | Brownsville Events Center, 1 Events Center Blvd., Brownsville, TX, United States
The Brownsville Chamber of Commerce hosts the 88th Texas Legislative Update Luncheon on Aug. 31. The event brings together elected and distinguished representatives, business leaders and community members to discuss the latest developments from the Texas State Legislature. Gain valuable insights into the recently passed bills, pending legislation and the potential impact on the region’s business landscape.
The luncheon will feature Senator Morgan LaMantia, Representative Oscar Longoria, Representative Janie Lopez and Representative Erin Elizabeth Gámez. Each will delve into key legislative updates and shed light on the policies shaping the business environment. Stay informed, voice concerns and network with like-minded individuals who share a passion for the growth and prosperity of the community.
Key Highlights:

Legislative Updates: Stay up-to-date with the latest decisions and changes from the 88th Texas Legislative Session.
Networking Opportunities: Connect with our local representatives, business leaders and community members during the luncheon.
Delicious Luncheon: Enjoy a delectable meal while fostering meaningful conversations.

This event is open to all individuals interested in the legislative developments that will impact our community’s future. Whether you are a business owner, community advocate or concerned citizen, this luncheon provides a platform for collaboration and collective growth.
Tickets are $50 each. RSVP in advance.
