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Small Business Summer School


Summer School Series:
How Limited is the Liability of Your LLC?

Tuesday, June 21 | 1:00pm CDT | REGISTER
We know that a primary benefit of forming a Limited Liability Company (LLC) is to protect the personal assets of the business owner from the risks that arise in the business, but how complete is that protection? Join SBA and SCORE Houston to learn the differences between liabilities and which can/cannot be limited, how an owner can be held personally liable for business liabilities and what steps business owners can take to minimize exposure.


IRS Small Business Forum:
How to Improve Relationships with Federal and Community Agencies

Tuesday, June 21 | 1:00pm-3:00pm CDT | JOIN LIVE
CALL IN (Audio Only):
737-253-8168 | Conference ID: 614 128 617#

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During this information session, you will virtually engage and network with federal and community agency partners. Get to know them and gain an understanding on what services they offer to help improve and enhance your relationships. Questions? Email [email protected].


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Cafecito y Negocios

Miércoles, 22 de junio | 8:30am CDT | REGISTRARSE
LOCALIZACIÓN: Cafe Guadalupe
(11902 Aldine Westfield Road – Houston, TX 77093)

¡Aprenda cómo los programas y recursos en Houston pueden ayudarlo a tener éxito! Los representantes de la Administración de Pequeños Negocios y varios recursos en Houston estarán disponibles para responder a sus preguntas. También tendrá la oportunidad de conocer a otros dueños de negocios locales.


Credit Report

Understanding Your
Personal Credit Report

Thursday, June 23 | 11:00am CDT | REGISTER
Join this session to gain a better understanding of how to read your personal credit bureau. Your credit score impacts a lender’s loan decision. It can also affect the interest rate and loan terms. Learn ways in which to address erroneous information. 


Contracting Assistance Programs

2022 Juneteenth Success in Business:
Minority & Women in Business Enterprise Empowerment Summit & Procurement Fair

Friday, June 17 | 2:00pm-5:00pm | REGISTER
LOCATION: Old Central Cultural Center – 2627 Ave M – Galveston, TX
Join Federal, State, and local government agencies, Small Business Resource agencies, business certification entities and Prime contractors as they provide information for small, minority and women owned businesses on upcoming contracting opportunities in the private and public sector. Confirmed exhibitors include City of Galveston, SBA Houston, UH Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC), the Women’s Business Enterprise Alliance, Harris County Department of Economic Equity & Opportunity, the City of Houston Housing and Community Development Department and SO MANY MORE.

 


Ginnie Mae’s Fiscal Year 2022
Small Business Outreach Virtual Event

Thursday, June 23 | 9:00am-11:45am CDT | REGISTER
Hosted by The Government National Mortgage Association (Ginnie Mae) and the Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU). Joint breakout rooms for discussion with the following: Office of Enterprise Data & Technology Solutions, Office of Finance, Office of Issuer & Portfolio Management, and Office of Securities Operations.


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Greater Houston Business Procurement Forum (GHBPF): Doing Business with our State Agencies & Emergency Preparedness

Tuesday, June 28 | 8:00am-11:00am CDT
LOCATION: HCC West Loop Campus 1st Floor Auditorium
(5601 West Loop South)
Various State Agencies and Institutions and their representatives will discuss the prospects for doing business and outline business opportunities for Small and Minority owned businesses and Historically Underutilized Businesses.

 


Pasadena Small Business Resource Fair

Wednesday, June 29 | 8:00am-10:00am CDT | REGISTER
CT Church Pasadena – 6109 Fairmont Parkway – Pasadena, TX 77505
The Small Business Resource Fair will begin with a panel discussion with representatives from the SBA (Small Business Administration), SBDC (Small Business Development Center) SCORE, and San Jacinto College, who will be discussing resources that can help your business THRIVE! After the panel discussion, guests can walk around the room and visit with multiple entities on hand and ready to tell you how to do business with them!

 


SBA Programs & Services

Tuesday, June 28 | 1:30pm CDT | REGISTER
Join SBA Houston to learn about the SBA resources available to you as a small business! This webinar will provide up-to-date information on SBA programs, services, and financial assistance.

 

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Prepare su negocio para desastres

  Jueves, 30 de junio | 11:00am CDT | REGISTRARSE

Aprenda a preparar su negocio contra desastres. Los desastres pueden adoptar muchas formas y el costo financiero de la reconstrucción después de un desastre puede ser abrumador. Estará en mejor posición para recuperarse y continuar las operaciones en caso de que ocurra un desastre.

 


SBA and Huntsville SBDC
Small Business Meetup in Huntsville

Wednesday, July 13 | 10:00am-11:00am CDT | 
Huntsville Walker County Chamber of Commerce
1327 11th Street – Huntsville, Texas 77340
Hoping to start a business or grow your existing business? Reps from the SBA Houston District Office and SBA’s Resource Partner Network (Huntsville Small Business Development Center, Huntsville Walker County Chamber of Commerce & SCORE) will be available to answer your questions. Learn how SBA programs and services can help you move forward!

 


SBA Small Business Meetup in Pearland

Friday, July 15 | 9:00am-10:30am CDT | REGISTER
PJ’s Coffee – 12640 Broadway St. – Pearland, TX 77584
Eager to start a business or grow your existing business? Representatives from the SBA Houston District Office and SBA’s Resource Partner Network (San Jacinto College Small Business Development Center & SCORE) will be available to answer your questions. Learn how SBA programs and resources can help you succeed! Session will be informative and allow for networking and Q&A.


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Making the Most of Your Marketing

Wednesday, June 22 | 9:30am CDT | REGISTER

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June Sales Clinic:
Habits of the Highly Productive Seller

Thursday, June 23 | 6:00pm CDT | REGISTER

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Intellectual Property

Tuesday, June 21 | 9:00am-12:00pm CDT | REGISTER

 

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Working Smarter, Not Harder:
Strategies for Success

Monday, June 27 | 12:00pm CDT | REGISTER

 

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Exploring the Government
Marketplace for Small Businesses

Wednesday, June 22 | 12:00pm CDT | REGISTER

 

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Want to learn more about SBA Programs & Services?

Download the SBA Houston Resource Guide HERE
Download the National Resource Guide HERE

Questions? Please contact [email protected]