Events
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Business Over Breakfast – Walker Smith
Harlingen Area Chamber of Commerce 311 E. Tyler Ave., Harlingen, TX, United StatesThe Harlingen Area Chamber of Commerce's Business Over Breakfast returns Aug. 12 with speaker Walker Smith, director of the Port of Harlingen. This event is free. Attendees must RSVP to attend to lcampbell@harlingen.com or 956-423-5440.
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South Texas Women-Owned Business Webinar
Online TX, United StatesJoin the Governor’s Commission for Women and a panel of subject-matter experts from the South Texas Region Aug. 18 as they share information and advice about starting, growing and sustaining a business. The webinar will provide information and timely, actionable advice on a variety of subjects including: Funding resources Financial management Social media/marketing Ecommerce Where to find business help and advice. Register online.
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RGV Regional Job Fair
TX, United StatesWorkforce Solutions Cameron, Workforce Solutions Lower Rio and RGV Partnership invite the public to the RGV Regional Job Fair on Aug. 19 at both the McAllen Convention Center and the Brownsville Event Center. Speak with representatives from various organizations offering employment opportunities. More than 100 companies from throughout the Valley will be participating. The McAllen fair takes place at 700 Convention Center Blvd. from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., while…
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Edinburg Chamber Membership Drive
Edinburg Chamber of Commerce 602 W University Drive, Edinburg, TX, United StatesThe Edinburg Chamber of Commerce hosts a membership drive Aug. 19 from 1-5 p.m. The chamber invites prospective members to stop by for an opportunity to meet chamber staff, ambassadors and volunteers. Those who also become chamber members or renew their membership that day will be entered into a drawing for door prizes. RSVP online.
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Edinburg Sunset Member Market
Edinburg Chamber of Commerce 602 W University Drive, Edinburg, TX, United StatesThe Edinburg Chamber of Commerce hosts its Sunset Member Market Aug. 19 from 3-7 p.m. at the Historic Edinburg Chamber Depot. The chamber’s Sunset Member Market allows attendees to discover new products and services from different Edinburg Chamber vendors and creators. For vendor information, contact the chamber.
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Food Park Unplugged
McAllen Food Park 10 N. Broadway, McAllen, United StatesFood Park Unplugged takes place Aug. 20 at McAllen Food Park. Every third Friday of the month, enjoy the sounds of local crooners while feasting on dishes by Food Truck chefs. Take a stroll and do some shopping from local craft and collectibles vendors. This event is family- and pet-friendly. Free admission into the park.
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North Brownsville Rotary Club – Ninth Annual Whitewing Tune Up Shoot
Loma Alta Trap & Skeet Club 500 Old Port Isabel Road, Brownsville, TX, United StatesTune up your wing-shooting skills before Whitewing-Dove Season at the North Brownsville Rotary Club's ninth annual Whitewing Tune Up Shoot on Aug. 21. Proceeds go towards funding scholarships for area college-bound students. More than $250,000 has been awarded since 1985. Trophies awarded for first-, second- and third-place teams, and first-, second- and third-place individuals in men’s, women’s and youth divisions, plus Modified Lewis Class A, B, C and D winners. No experience is necessary as knowledgeable…
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Business Branding Strategies Webinar
WebinarDo you have a brand strategy for your existing business? A brand strategy is a long-term plan on what you want your business to “say” about your products and services to new and existing customers. This message, also known as branding, helps you engage and communicate with your customers more clearly. The more consistent and aligned your brand message is, the more likely you are to attract and maintain loyal customers.…
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I&E Network
McAllen Chamber of Commerce 1200 Ash Ave., McAllen, TX, United StatesMcAllen Chamber of Commerce's I&E Network returns to in-person meeting Aug. 26 with “How to Break Free From Your Mental Barriers To Success." All entrepreneurs may participate in this free community program. Shawn Elliot Russell will share tiny habits that will help you break mental barriers for success. Topics include: What creates the mental barriers in the first place? How to identify them. How to break free from them. The…
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SBA Programs and Resources for Small Business Start Ups
ZoomLearn how SBA helps small business start, grow, expand and recover with this webinar Aug. 31. The U.S. Small Business Administration’s Corpus Christi Branch Office, in collaboration with Del Mar College Small Business Development Center, presents an overview of the tools and resources to help participants with their businesses. Topics include: Overview of SBA Programs to assist small businesses Available SBA funding options Small business advising and counseling SBA resource…
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Governor’s Small Business Webinar: Workforce in Texas
Online TX, United StatesJoin the Governor's Small Business Team and a panel of subject-matter experts Sept. 1 as they discuss workforce challenges faced by small businesses across the state. The webinar will highlight key sources of information for entrepreneurs and resources to help small businesses succeed. A live Q&A session is part of the webinar. Participation is free, however there is a maximum capacity of 10,000 attendees. Register online.
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Digitally Empowered Community Mixer & Focus Group
Tingy Remix 2353 Old Port Isabel Road, Brownsville, TX, United StatesThe Brownsville Chamber of Commerce and its Connect BTX Committee host a focus group Sept. 2 to determine the needs of the Brownsville area business community related to digital literacy. Attendees can also meet like-minded people. Topics for discussion include: Your experience with high-speed internet access and its impact on your organization. What obstacles your organization is facing in becoming digitally empowered. Thoughts and feedback on the current state of…
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