Marketing Essentials for Your Business
SBA Lower Rio Grande Valley District Office 2422 E. Tyler Ave., Suite E, Harlingen, TX, United StatesThe SBA hosts "Business Marketing: Marketing Essentials for Your Business" as part of its free Let's Talk Business Series on March 15. Marketing is a topic many entrepreneurs ponder as they begin shaping their business ideas. Marketing is a solution-driven process that benefits both the customer and the business owner. While advertising is essential, it is only a single component of the entire marketing process. A marketing plan is the…
Friends of COSTEP Quarterly Meeting
Online TX, United StatesCOSTEP, Council for South Texas Economic Progress holds its “Friends of COSTEP Quarterly Meeting” online on March 5. These are quarterly workshops and presentations are hosted by COSTEP for the benefit of local economic development stakeholders as part of COSTEP’s professional enrichment and best practices efforts. This workshop features Craig Hughes, Managing Principal with HRH Community Partners. The topic of the workshop will be New Market Tax Credits. HRH Community…
City of Pharr Business Workshop
Pharr One 1121 E. Nolana Loop, Pharr, United StatesThe City of Pharr invites business owners to participate in an informative Business Workshop on March 7 to discover the key requirements and insights necessary for opening a business in the city. The workshop will cover essential topics such as zoning, permits and other crucial aspects of business establishment. Attendees will have the opportunity to connect with various departments and organizations, gaining valuable insights into the local business landscape. Departments…
1 Million Cups
McAllen Creative Incubator 601 N Main Street, McAllen, TX, United StatesOne Million Cups on March 13 provides a supportive and inclusive space for entrepreneurs and the community to come together and connect, where they can work through business challenges and identify opportunities. Special guests are Michael Wilson of Entrepreneur Power Network and and Kathy Detweiler of Compass One Consultants. 1MC is free and open to the public.
Texas Mutual’s Work Safe, Texas Summit — McAllen
McAllen Convention Center Ballroom 700 Convention Center Blvd., McAllen, United StatesThe Texas Mutual's Work Safe, Texas Summit on March 19 is a free, information-packed morning focusing on workplace safety and how to prevent fatalities. The morning includes networking and panel discussions involving ECPR Texas Break and OSHA. RSVP by March 15 at texasmutual.com/mcallen.
Lone Star National Bank Community Shredding Event
Lone Star National Bank - McAllen 520 East Nolana Avenue, McAllen, United StatesLone Star National Bank's Community Shredding Event on March 23 helps the public get rid of unwanted documents and protect from fraud. There is a limit of five boxes (30 lbs. each) of documents per vehicle. Electronics recycling is also available.
The Employee Policy Handbook
SBA Lower Rio Grande Valley District Office 2422 E. Tyler Ave., Suite E, Harlingen, TX, United StatesThe SBA presents "The Employee Policy Handbook" on March 22, addressing the importance of creating an employee handbook and the basic legal issues employers face when hiring. Human resources is a critical component of employee well-being in any business, no matter how small. HR responsibilities include payroll, benefits, hiring, firing, and keeping up to date with state and federal laws. Presenting this session is Texas Workforce Solutions-Cameron. Discover and Learn: The…
Legendary Women’s Luncheon
McAllen Convention Center 700 Convention Center Boulevard, McAllen, TX, United StatesThe McAllen Chamber of Commerce hosts its annual Legendary Women’s Luncheon on March 22. The special event celebrates the achievements of trailblazing women who have left an enduring impact on the McAllen community. RSVP by March 19 with Gerry Garcia.
Texas Onion Fest 2024
Downtown Weslaco Texas Blvd., Weslaco, United StatesThe Texas Onion Fest on March 23 celebrates the development of the world famous Texas 1015 Onion which was developed in Weslaco and is also the State Vegetable of Texas. Festivities include live entertainment on two stages, the Onion Eating Contest, food, commercial booths, kiddie rides, Dancing Horses, 1015 Market, Car Show, cooking demonstrations and more. Admission is free. Free parking is available along the festival route, additional parking sites include…
Unleash Your Voice: Podcasting 101
McAllen Chamber of Commerce 1200 Ash Ave., McAllen, TX, United StatesJoin the McAllen Chamber of Commerce on March 26 for a workshop presented by Bronson delRio, advertising agency owner and documentary producer, as he unveils the art of creating your very own podcast. With over two decades of experience in producing captivating video content, delRio has honed his expertise to develop best practices specifically tailored for podcast creation. This workshop is designed to equip small business owners with the essential…
Rio Grande Valley Diabetes Association Panel of Experts
McAllen Chamber of Commerce 1200 Ash Ave., McAllen, TX, United StatesA Rio Grande Valley Diabetes Association panel of experts will be on hand March 26 at the McAllen Chamber of Commerce in a free event open to the general public. Interact with a team of healthcare experts and ask questions about diabetes and various health-related matters. Limited space, reserve your seat by calling 956-318-1900.
Speaker Series: The Power of Storytelling
McAllen Chamber of Commerce 1200 Ash Ave., McAllen, TX, United StatesAward-winning author Shawn Elliot Russell joins the March installment of the McAllen Chamber of Commerce's Speaker Series on March 28. Participants will learn to use personal experiences to create a powerful storytelling presentation that will help connect with their product or service. Russell will also share how to create a deeper connection with customers that can lead to sales and increase customer loyalty with the help of storytelling. This event…