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Paranormal Cirque
Paranormal Cirque will exposes audiences to a unique creation of combined theatre, circus and cabaret with a new European style flare. Cirque Italia is now presenting a brand-new show for a mature audience. This innovative horror story features different shades of sexy and an incomparable storyline - the only thing you can be sure of during this unique experience is that you will not know what to expect. It might…
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Federal Contracting: How To Prepare for the 8(a) Certification
Federal Contracting: How To Prepare for the 8(a) Certification
Small 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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Payment Card Industry: Data Security Standard Compliance
Payment Card Industry: Data Security Standard Compliance
Join 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…
Funding Your Small-Business
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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Leadership from the Competencies Approach
Leadership from the Competencies Approach
The "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!
La Cebollita!
Join 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
Coffee With the President
Harlingen 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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Women Empowering Women – Amy Flores
Women Empowering Women – Amy Flores
The Harlingen Area Chamber of Commerce host its monthly Women Empowering Women event May 6. Keynote speaker is Amy Flores, chief nursing officer of Harlingen Medical Center. The event is free. Attendees must bring their own money for lunch. Register online.
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12th Annual Knights of Columbus Fishing Tournament
The 12th annual Knights of Columbus Fishing Tournament May 7-8 benefits the Special Olympics of Texas. Special Olympics of Texas is an organization serving children with special needs and disabilities. The organization enables these children to participate in athletic events across the state. For registration or questions, contact Rene Reyna at 956-200-3462 or Robert Zamorano 956-454-1064.
GMCC Golf Tournament
The Greater Mission Chamber of Commerce hosts the Mission Citrus Golf Classic May 7. Registration and breakfast begin at 7:30 a.m., tee-off follows at 8:30 a.m. Registration is $500 for teams of three. Fee includes course fees, golf cart, gift bags, breakfast and lunch. Sponsorship options are available. A portion of the proceeds benefit Mission CISD students. To pre-register, contact C.J. Sanchez.
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Mission Lions Market Days
Mission Lions Market Days
Join 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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ServSafe Food Managers Certification
The ServSafe Food Managers Certification May 10-11 provides the training needed to meet SPI City Ordinances. Certification classes take place once a year and are good for five years. This is a two-day class offered in both English and Spanish, with the test administered on the second day. Registration is $175 for South Padre Island Chamber of Commerce members, $200 for prospective members. Registration includes two days of classes, state…
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1 Million Cups McAllen
1 Million Cups McAllen
Join the McAllen Chamber of Commerce online May 12 for 1 Million Cups McAllen, connecting the community with entrepreneurs. Entrepreneurs engage in a six-minute presentation followed by 20 minutes of Q&A with two local entrepreneurs. The idea is to find how the community can help those entrepreneurs succeed. During this free event, participants may network, give feedback or help other fellow entrepreneurs. They can also learn about the local ecosystem…
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Harlingen Business Over Breakfast
Harlingen Business Over Breakfast
The Harlingen Area Chamber of Commerce hosts Business Over Breakfast May 13. Lucy Wolthoff with Foster Angels of South Texas will serve as keynote speaker. Attendees may meet, exchange and share contact information, as well as ideas and knowledge in a positive environment. To attend, you must RSVP to lcampbell@harlingen.com or call 956-423-5440.
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OSHA and Employee Safety in the Workplace
OSHA and Employee Safety in the Workplace
SBA 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 Lunch & Learn
The 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
Women-Owned Small Business Pitch Competition
The 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!
Weslaco Networking Blitz!
Meet 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
Legendary Businesswomen’s Luncheon
The 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
Financing Options for your Business: A Lender Panel Discussion
SBA'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…