Women Accessing Capital: Virtual Meet the Lender
Hosted by the WBEA Women’s Business Center & SBA
Tuesday, March 8 | 8:30am-12:30pm CDT | REGISTER
Hear from and engage with multiple participating SBA Lenders including banks, micro-lenders, and community development financial institutions (CDFIs). The objective is for attendees to: Increase awareness of financial institutions and what they offer, learn
what a microloan is and how it differs from traditional loans, learn what terms and interest rates are available, the steps to apply for a loan and documentation required, and connect with SBA Community Resource Partners.
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Financing Options for Your Business
Wednesday, March 9 | 11:00am CDT | JOIN
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Speak with an SBA representative regarding your business. This webinar will discuss financing options for your business and answer all your questions – LIVE!
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SBA + USDA: Helping Rural Small
Businesses Gain Access to Capital
Thursday, March 10 |11:00am CDT | REGISTER
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Join us to learn about SBA and USDA lending products and small business resources that can help your rural business! This event will discuss the OneRD Guarantee Loan Initiative, the Food Supply Chain (FSC) Guaranteed Loan Program, and the Rural Energy Pilot
Program (REPP) Grant! This session will include Q&A.
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SBA Programs & Services
Thursday, March 10 | 3:00pm CDT | REGISTER
This webinar will provide up-to-date information on SBA programs, services, and financial assistance.
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Boots to Business Reboot
Wednesday, March 9 | 8:00am-4:00pm CDT |
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B2B Reboot is an entrepreneurial education and training program offered by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). The course provides an overview of entrepreneurship and applicable business ownership fundamentals. Veterans of all eras, Active-Duty
Service members (including National Guard and Reserve), and spouses are eligible to participate.
Veteran’s Business Outreach Center “On the Road”
March 7-10 | March 14-18 | March 21-25
By Appointment Only | Worklife Institute
To set-up an Appointment: Call 956-665-8931 or Email vboc@utrgv.edu
UTRGV VBOC will be at the Worklife Institute providing one-on-one business counseling to all veterans and spouses interested in starting or growing a small business or seeking information. Reserve your session now!
Entrepreneur Training Program for Veterans
Held every Thursday until March 24
6:00pm CDT | Worklife Institute | Call 713-266-2456 to RSVP
Join the UTRGCV VBOC 4-session program covering introduction to entrepreneurship, legal structures, business planning & marketing feasibility, introduction to financial statements & basic accounting, financing, and resources in your area. Eligibility
is required.
Learn How a Microloan Can Help
Start/Grow Your Small Business
Tuesday, March 22 | 10:00am CDT | REGISTER
The SBA Houston District Office and Michigan District Office have teamed up to highlight the importance and impact of the SBA Microloan Program. Hear from a panel of microlenders regarding key factors they look for in an application, eligibility
criteria, benefits of the program, and how to apply. Also, hear from a panel of business owners who financed their business start or growth with a microloan. Session will also include Q&A.
SBA 8(a) Business Development Certification Program
Tuesday, March 22 | 1:00pm CDT | REGISTER
Working with the Federal Government – Presented by the Minority Business Development Agency and SBA. The federal government’s goal is to award at least 5 percent of all federal contracting dollars to small, disadvantaged businesses each year. Before you
can participate in the 8(a) Business Development program, you must be certified. The federal government fully defines who qualifies for the 8(a) program—including what counts as being socially and economically disadvantaged. Hear from the experts.
Pursuing Equity Investment as a
Woman Business Owner
Wednesday, March 23 | 10:00am CDT | REGISTER
This dynamic panel will feature women leaders in the Venture Capital space, discussing the unique challenges and areas of opportunity faced by women business owners seeking access to capital.
Access To Capital Panel Discussion
Thursday, March 24 | 11:00am CDT |
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In collaboration with the Greater Houston Women’s Chamber WBC, join us for this panel discussion to learn helpful tips when starting and growing a business. Lenders will discuss how they review a loan request and how to address certain
weaknesses. You will also be able to ask questions pertaining to your specific business and industry.
METRO & Port Houston Banker’s Fair:
Helping Small, Minority, and Women-Owned Business Enterprises (SMWBE) Access Capital
Tuesday, March 29 | 9:00am-12:00pm CDT | REGISTER
HCC West Loop Campus – 5601 W. Loop South (1st floor auditorium)
The purpose of this fair is to give small businesses direct access to bankers and lenders who have lending opportunities and special financial programs, that can assist SMWBE’s with accessing capital.
Resources for Veteran Owned Small Businesses
Tuesday, March 29 | 10:00am CDT | REGISTER
Learn about federal programs that help veteran-owned small businesses access federal contract awards, counseling and surplus
property from the federal government.
Contracting Assistance Programs
and the Certification Process
Tuesday, April 5 | 1:00pm-3:30pm CDT | REGISTER
Small businesses are encouraged to take on contracting opportunities. Learn about various contracting programs. Explore various certifications available.
SBDC Day
Wednesday, March 16 | 9:00am CDT |
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Location: Houston Center SBDC
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Introduction to Bookkeeping
Tuesday, March 8 | 10:00am CDT |
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Formation Lab: Limited Liability Company
Friday, March 18 | 10:00am CDT |
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Using Your Influence to Set
Your Competitive Edge Apart
Monday, March 7 | 12:00pm CDT |
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McIntosh:
How to Submit an Offer for Federal Government Commercial Item Purchases
Tuesday, March 8 | 9:30am CDT |
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Want to learn more about SBA Programs & Services?
Download the SBA Houston Resource Guide HERE
Questions? Please contact houston@sba.gov
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