Events
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Weslaco Virtual Job Fair
Online TX, United StatesJoin the Weslaco EDC and City of Weslaco April 16 for a virtual job fair from the comfort of your own home. Premier Virtual serves as hosts for the event. Register online.
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South Padre Island Job Fair
SPI Convention Center 7355 Padre Blvd., South Padre Island, TX, United StatesMore than 30 employers from South Padre Island and Port Isabel participate in the SPI Job Fair April 20 at the SPI Convention Center.
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Preparing for a Financial Emergency
Online TX, United StatesJoin the Brownsville Chamber of Commerce and BBVA April 20 for a virtual financial education workshop. In this workshop, financial experts provide information, tips and resources to help with everyday finances and long-term financial goals. In this workshop, participants will: Understand what a financial emergency is and how to prepare for it Understand the importance of having an emergency savings plan Learn tools and resources to develop and implement an…
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Understanding Social Media Platforms 2021
Online TX, United States"Understanding Social Media Platforms 2021" on April 20 informs small business owners on how to effectively use social media to attract prospective customers and build business relationships. Optimizing an online presence will help attract, retain and enthuse customers as well as generate revenue for a company. Learn how understanding social media can benefit any small business and impress your audience. Workshop Highlights: Discussing various social media platforms. Using social media…
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Payroll Compliance
Online TX, United StatesThe "Payroll Compliance" webinar on April 21 sheds light for business owners on the compliance requirements of payroll. Are you planning to hire employees? Hiring employees involves more than just signing a paycheck. Before hiring employees, business owners must understand and prepare for the additional obligations that come with being an employer. Webinar Highlights: Steps to meeting general State and Federal requirements Laws and types of payroll taxes business owners must…
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South Padre Island Sand Crab Nighttime Beach Run
Pearl South Padre Resort 310 Padre Blvd., South Padre Island, TX, United StatesThe South Padre Island Sand Crab on April 24 includes a 5k and 10k that start at 8:30 p.m., and a Kids Mile that starts at 8 p.m. All distances start and finish at the Pearl South Padre Resort. Entry includes the official race t-shirt and a finisher medal, along with a post-race party and awards ceremony on the pool deck at the Pearl South Padre Resort. Free glow jewelry…
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Federal Contracting: How To Prepare for the 8(a) Certification
Microsoft TeamsSmall businesses owners will learn a step-by-step guide on preparing themselves and their business for the 8(a) certification process with this Microsoft Teams Meeting on April 27. Every year the federal government awards at least five percent of all federal contracting dollars to small, disadvantaged businesses. The U.S. Small Business Administration – Lower Rio Grande Valley/Corpus Christi Branch Office will discuss the SBA’s 8(a) Business Development Program Certification to help…
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Funding Your Small-Business
In the "Funding Your Small-Business" webinar April 28, small business owners will understand the many stages of their business’ financial picture and accessing capital to support it. This includes loans, microloan and grants. Business will also learn how to identify SBA approved lenders, understand community development organizations that offer SBA-guaranteed loans and SBA’s disaster loans. The U.S. Small Business Administration’s Lower Rio Grande Valley District Office/Corpus Christi Branch Office will…
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Payment Card Industry: Data Security Standard Compliance
Online TX, United StatesJoin the UTRGV SBDC for an online discussion April 28 on the cybersecurity requirements of the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI-DSS). PCI-DSS compliance is an essential consideration for any and all businesses that accept credit card payments. These regulations include security management provisions that cover: Policies Network architecture Software design Other critical safety measures Compliance with these standards can be simple for some businesses and very complex for…
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Leadership from the Competencies Approach
Online TX, United StatesThe "Leadership from the Competencies Approach" webinar April 29 informs small business owners how to lead their teams for business success. An understanding of leadership positively impacts the employee experience and helps gain loyalty among customers. Learn how key management skills can be beneficial to any small business. Webinar highlights: Leadership in the context of COVID-19 Leadership skills vs. Management abilities The Leader's Competencies Model Competencies for effective leadership Critical…
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La Cebollita!
Downtown Weslaco Texas Blvd., Weslaco, United StatesJoin the Weslaco Chamber of Commerce May 1 for La Cebollita! (The Little Onion), a mini Texas Onion Fest celebration. This event is free to the community. La Cebollita celebrates the sweet 1015 Onion of Weslaco will will feature the blooming onion. The day includes live music, family activities, food, a vendor market and farmers market. Those with an interest of becoming a sponsor or vendor (food/market), contact the Weslaco…
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Coffee With the President
Harlingen Area Chamber of Commerce 311 E. Tyler Ave., Harlingen, TX, United StatesHarlingen Chamber President Javier De Leon has a personal face-to-face sit-down with members of the Harlingen community May 3. Here, he will also talk about what the Harlingen chamber offers, some of our initiatives and how to properly utilize chamber membership. This event is open to the entire community and is free.
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