Events
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OSHA and Employee Safety in the Workplace
Microsoft TeamsSBA presents "OSHA and Employee Safety in the Workplace" May 14 with OSHA teaching participants why safety is important and what they can do about it. Congress created the Occupational Safety and Health Administration to ensure safe and healthful working conditions for workers by setting and enforcing standards and by providing training, outreach, education and assistance. Discover and Learn: What does OSHA do? To include enforcement and cooperative programs. Why…
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Harlingen Lunch & Learn
Harlingen Area Chamber of Commerce 311 E. Tyler Ave., Harlingen, TX, United StatesThe Harlingen Area Chamber of Commerce presents Lunch & Learn May 20 at the chamber. Guest speaker Frank Mulcahy will discuss the importance of cyber security. He will also talk on how technology is evolving the way entities take sensitive information. Contact the chamber to register.
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Women-Owned Small Business Pitch Competition
Online TX, United StatesThe Beacon State Fund, in partnership with the Governor's Commission for Women, hosts the Women-Owned Small Business Pitch Competition June 1. Texas women-owned small businesses may apply, explaining how their businesses pivoted in uncertain times of the pandemic. To qualify for the pitch competition, a business must meet the following eligibility criteria: Is at least 51-percent owned, controlled, operated and managed by a woman or women. Made $1,000,000 or less…
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Weslaco Networking Blitz!
Blitz TX, United StatesMeet other Weslaco Area Chamber of Commerce members during the "Weslaco Networking Blitz!" May 26. Participants may talk about their business, what they do and provide referrals. After five minutes, participants will be sent to the next conservation. How it works: 1. Register for event. 2. Set up a profile on Blitzr. 3. Prior to event, choose who you would prefer to be matched with (optional). Look for green, yellow…
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Legendary Businesswomen’s Luncheon
Embassy Suites by Hilton 800 Convention Center Blvd., McAllen, TX, United StatesThe McAllen Chamber of Commerce's All About Women Committee hosts the annual Legendary Businesswomen’s Luncheon May 27. The event will honor McAllen attorney Katie Klein, co-owner of Dairy Queen restaurants Laurie Lozano and Dr. Fredericka Borland. Naxi Lopez of The Monitor will interview each honoree about their experiences as they developed their business careers. Embassy Suites McAllen will serve lunch. The cost to attend the event is $35 for chamber…
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Financing Options for your Business: A Lender Panel Discussion
Microsoft TeamsSBA's “Financing Options for your Business: A Lender Panel Discussion” includes a panel of participating SBA lenders and microlenders answering questions and providing information on how to apply and the requirements for a business loan. Money is the lifeline of any business and securing financing is a major factor. Many entrepreneurs find the task daunting and don’t even know where to begin. Discover and Learn: Basic requirements and eligibility The…
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Women Empowering Women
Harlingen Area Chamber of Commerce 311 E. Tyler Ave., Harlingen, TX, United StatesThe Harlingen Area Chamber of Commerce presents "Women Empowering Women" June 3 with HCISD Superintendent Alicia Noyola.
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Harlingen Business Over Breakfast – David Luna
Harlingen Area Chamber of Commerce 311 E. Tyler Ave., Harlingen, TX, United StatesThe Harlingen Area Chamber of Commerce hosts Business Over Breakfast June 10 with keynote speaker Dr. David Luna. Dr. Luna will discuss the importance of hurricane preparedness. The Red Cross will also present tips and strategies on how to prepare for these storms, including emergency preparedness kits with necessary supplies and making a plan in case of an evacuation. This event is free. For more information, contact the chamber.
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Mission Lions Market Days
Mission Market Square 200 West Tom Landry, Mission, TX, United StatesJoin friends and neighbors for Mission Lions Market Days July 10. The market includes arts and crafts, antiques, jewelry, clothing, food and music. Free community bingo is also part of the event. The market takes place every month on the second Saturday.
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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? "E-Commerce Roadmap: Getting Your Business Online" June 15 is assists any small business owner who is searching for the proper tools in electronic commerce. Topics include: Overview of electronic commerce Technical requirements to launching an e-commerce strategy or business Review of e-commerce…
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Despierta Brownsville: The Effects of the Real Estate Market on Brownsville
Don Chucho Tacos y Tequilas 814 Paredes Line Road, Brownsville, TX, United StatesThe Brownsville Chamber of Commerce invites the community to participate in "The Effects of the Real Estate Market on Brownsville" June 17 at Don Chucho Tacos y Tequilas. Guest speakers include: David Ramirez, chief executive officer, Brownsville/SPI Board of Realtors Nick Mitchell-Bennett, executive director, cdcb | Come Dream. Come Build. Bruno Zavaleta, broker and owner, Zavaleta Realty, LLC Moderator for the event is Benjamin Pena, partner at Burton McCumber &…
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Creating a Capability Statement That Gets Noticed
ZoomJoin the SBA Lower Rio Grande Valley District Office online June 17 as they discuss how you can create an effective capability statement to help your business gain a competitive edge in the government contracting market. Attendees will learn about the following: What is a Capability Statement? What key components make an effective Capability Statement? How are Capability Statements used in government contracting? And more Register online.
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