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SUMMARY:SBA Resources for your Small Business - Cleveland
DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn about SBA programs\, resources\, and to make connections for your small business!\n\n\nJoin the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) for an overview of the resources and programs available to help entrepreneurs start\, grow\, expand\, and recover their businesses. Participants will learn about SBA financing options\, business counseling and training\, government contracting opportunities\, disaster assistance\, and other programs designed to support small business success. The session will conclude with an interactive question-and-answer discussion\, providing attendees the opportunity to ask questions and connect with SBA representatives about their specific business needs. \nSpeakers: \n\nValerie Maher\, Lead Economic Development Specialist\, SBA Houston District Office\nIda Benson\, Business Opportunity Specialist\, SBA Houston District Office\nJesus Gomez\, Lender Relations Specialist\, SBA Houston District Office\n\n\n\n \nThank you to the City of Cleveland for the support of this event:
URL:https://www.beamw.org/event/sba-resources-for-your-small-business-cleveland/
CATEGORIES:Member Events
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SUMMARY:Desayuno Agosto 2026 - Salud Empresarial
DESCRIPTION:Únete a nuestro desayuno en agosto 2026 y descubre cómo mejorar la salud empresarial de manera práctica.\n\n\n¡No te pierdas nuestro Desayuno Agosto 2026 – Salud Empresarial!\nVen a compartir una mañana llena de energía y buenos temas en nuestro evento presencial. Será la oportunidad perfecta para conectar con profesionales\, disfrutar de un delicioso desayuno y aprender sobre cómo mejorar la salud en el ambiente laboral. ¡Te esperamos para arrancar agosto con toda la actitud y cuidar juntos el bienestar empresarial! \nOrganzado por el Comité de Salud – Un panel para informar sobre Salud Empresarial\, mental\, nutricional y fisica. Tambien hablaremos de recursos\, seguros y mas. \nEstar seguro de registrarse usted y registrar a sus invitados. \nTodo socio no tienen cargo de entrada. \nNo socios e invitados $25 por persona
URL:https://www.beamw.org/event/desayuno-agosto-2026-salud-empresarial/
CATEGORIES:Member Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260814T083000
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SUMMARY:Hands-On Workshop: Build Your Own Reusable AI System
DESCRIPTION:Most AI advice focuses on clever prompts. This workshop gives you a solid tool you will use again and again.\n\n\nAt this month’s Social Media Breakfast Houston\, Kami Huyse and Jennifer Texada will show you how to stop starting from scratch every time you sit down with AI. In the first half hour\, they’ll break down what a Smart Card is and why it turns scattered prompting into a repeatable system. \nThen it’s build time! \nYou’ll build one yourself\, live\, with guidance every step of the way. You’ll leave with a working Smart Card built for your own work\, ready to use right away with the AI tool of your choice. \nChoose to create a tool that will help you build your monthly newsletter\, proposals\, client reports\, a press release\, or something else you do regularly and would like a repeatable process to help with. \nThis session is hands-on. \nBring a laptop and an AI tool that lets you upload files\, such as ChatGPT\, Claude\, Gemini\, or Microsoft Copilot. We’ll walk through how to start a project on ChatGPT\, Claude\, or Gemini. Bring a real task you want AI to help with. \nWhat you will learn: \n\nHow to spot and create a repeatable process you can hand off to AI.\nWhat AI should do and what humans should keep control of.\nHow to organize your data and content so you aren’t trapped in one tool.\nWhy it’s worth creating a reusable Project\, GPT\, or Gem instead of starting over each time.\nWhen it makes sense to use the desktop version of your AI tool.\nHow to set up a project in ChatGPT\, Claude\, or Gemini so your Smart Card is ready to use.\n\n \nREGISTRATION \nSpace is limited. Please reserve your spot in advance so we can plan for breakfast and seating. \n \nSPEAKERS \nKami Watson Huyse\, APR\, Founder and CEO\, Zoetica Media \nKami Watson Huyse\, APR\, is founder and CEO of Zoetica Media and co-founder of the Social Media Breakfast of Houston. She helps PR and marketing professionals build practical AI workflows that save time without losing their voice. Through Smart Social Mastery and the Social Media Breakfast of Houston\, she has trained thousands of communicators in structured AI systems that support real work. \nWebsite \nLinkedIn \nFacebook \nInstagram \n \nJennifer Texada\, Director of Growth Marketing\, Thread \nJennifer Texada is Director of Growth Marketing at Thread and co-founder of the Social Media Breakfast of Houston. With two decades of experience building integrated marketing strategies\, she specializes in product storytelling\, demand generation\, and data-driven campaigns that connect business goals to measurable results. She brings that same practical\, results-focused approach to helping communicators put AI to work in their everyday marketing. \nLinkedIn \n \nDETAILS \n📅 Date & Time: Friday\, August 14\, 2026\, 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM (9:00 AM online) \n📍 Location: The Ion\, 4201 Main Street\, Room 31\, Houston\, TX 77002 \n🚗 Parking: Red Lot- Enter 4203 Fannin Street for direct access. Complimentary up to 3 hours. Ion District Parking Garage- Enter 4111 Fannin Street. Complimentary up to 2 hours. \n🥐 Breakfast: Enjoy a complimentary continental breakfast and coffee. \nLIVESTREAM LINKS \nFacebook \nLinkedin \nYouTube \n \nTHANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS \nA special thank you to our sponsors: Elevate Your Impact\, Impact HUB Houston\, The Ion\, Zoetica Media\, Mighty Strategic Consulting\, and SmartSocialMastery. \n \nSMBHOU NEEDS YOU \nThe Social Media Breakfast of Houston connects a community of over 1\,600 PR\, Marketing\, and Small Business professionals who meet monthly to learn\, connect\, and collaborate. We’re looking for breakfast sponsors to help fuel the conversation for just $100 per month. Want to be an exclusive sponsor in your category? 📧 kami@zoeticamedia.com
URL:https://www.beamw.org/event/hands-on-workshop-build-your-own-reusable-ai-system/
CATEGORIES:Member Events
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SUMMARY:Jovenes Empresarios- Auditoria De Negocios
DESCRIPTION:Como Evaluar\, Corregir y Fortalecer los negocios de Jovenes Empresarios\n\n\nOrganizado por el Comité de Jovenes Empresarios\nOrganizado por el Comité de Jovenes Empresarios \nEnseñar a los emprendedores a evaluar\, corregir y fortalecer sus propios negocios\, dándoles las herramientas para que puedan aplicar este proceso de auditoria de forma continua. \n* Aprende a evaluar tu negocio \n* Identifica tus 3 principales retos y áreas de mejora \n* Crea tu propio plan de Acción para los próximos 30 a 60 días \nSpeaker – Matias Rios /Bix Plan
URL:https://www.beamw.org/event/jovenes-empresarios-auditoria-de-negocios/
CATEGORIES:Member Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260818T090000
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SUMMARY:Small Business Federal Resources Summit - Houston
DESCRIPTION:Connect with federal agencies in the Houston area to discover the resources available to help your small business start\, grow\, and succeed!\n\n\nConnect with federal agencies in the Houston area to discover the resources available to help your small business start\, grow\, and succeed! This interactive summit will feature presentations\, a panel discussion\, networking opportunities\, and a federal resource fair where attendees can engage directly with federal agency representatives in the Houston area. \nLearn about programs and services related to: \n\nAccess to capital and SBA resources\nGovernment contracting\nLabor and employment compliance\nEqual employment opportunities\nAdditional federal business assistance programs\nand so much more\n\nParticipating agencies are expected to include the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)\, Federal Reserve Bank\, U.S. Department of Labor Employment and Training Administration (ETA)\, U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD)\, U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS)\, Internal Revenue Service (IRS)\, Social Security Administration (SSA)\, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)\, Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and other federal partners. \nThis event is designed for small businesses throughout the Houston region seeking to better understand and access the wide range of federal resources available to support their success. \n**SBA’s participation is not an endorsement of the views\, opinions\, products or services of any other person or entity. All SBA programs are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis. \n\n\n \nPresented in conjunction with: \n\n\n\nPARKING INSTRUCTIONS (GREEN LOT): \n\nAccess to the visitor parking lot is through the Allen Parkway eastbound entrance gate.\nThe parking lot and walkway to the building are not covered. Be prepared for the possibility of inclement weather.\nOnce parked you will walk to the front entrance of the building for the screening and check in process.\nAllow at least 10 minutes to park and check in.\nA government photo ID will be required to enter the Houston Branch building.\nOnce checked in\, guests will be greeted in the lobby and directed to the meeting room.\n\n\n\n\nPLEASE NOTE: Federal Reserve Bank Law Enforcement Rule – there is a zero-tolerance policy on the possession of firearms\, knives (including pocket knives and boxcutters)\, personal defense sprays or any illegal weapon or substance. All are strictly prohibited on Bank property. The prohibition on firearms entering the Bank includes any individual who maintains a State of Texas Concealed Handgun License.
URL:https://www.beamw.org/event/small-business-federal-resources-summit-houston/
CATEGORIES:Member Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260819T073000
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SUMMARY:Desayunos Entre Empresarios - Florida
DESCRIPTION:Desayunos Entre Empresarios – Florida: charla y café para conectar y hacer crecer tu negocio en persona.\n\n\nDesayunos Entre Empresarios – Florida\n¡Conéctate con otros emprendedores y profesionales en un ambiente relajado y presencial! \nDisfruta de un delicioso desayuno mientras compartes ideas\, haces networking y creces junto a la comunidad empresarial de Florida. \nNo pierdas la oportunidad de expandir tu red y aprender de colegas en un encuentro que impulsa tus proyectos.
URL:https://www.beamw.org/event/desayunos-entre-empresarios-florida/
CATEGORIES:Member Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260819T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260819T130000
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SUMMARY:Community. Connection.
DESCRIPTION:Join Impact Hub Houston's monthly space for entrepreneurs & changemakers to be Actively HUMAN\, together. Led by Tracie Jae (The Quiet Rebel)\n\n\n\n**SUMMER PAUSE** \nDuring June & July 2026 – we invite you to join us for unstructured community co-working time. \n \nMark Your Calendar: It’s Time to Connect! \nAre you working on a solution or startup that creates positive impact in our community? Then you have a standing invitation to join Impact Hub Houston at our monthly Community. Connection. meetup — a HUMAN-centered space to step away from the grind and into community with fellow impact-driven founders. \nBetween the pitches\, the pivots\, and the pressure to always have it together\, it’s easy to forget that the most valuable resource we have is each other. That’s why we created Community. Connection. — a judgment-free zone that reminds you community isn’t just a nice-to-have — it’s essential. Whether you need to reflect\, reconnect\, recharge\, or simply remember that you’re not alone\, join us for a moment where you can stop performing and simply BE. \nCome as you are\, with whatever joys\, challenges\, or questions you’re facing right now. Celebrating a breakthrough? Navigating uncertainty? Feeling stuck or burned out? All of it is welcome here. Just bring your authentic self and a willingness to listen\, share\, and be present with others who understand the unique challenges and rewards of building something meaningful. \nCommunity. Connection. Show up\, share out\, and shine on! \n\n\n\nThis session will be facilitated by IHH Team + Community Member Tracie Jae\, The Quiet Rebel.
URL:https://www.beamw.org/event/community-connection-8/
CATEGORIES:Member Events
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SUMMARY:SBA Lender Matchmaking Event
DESCRIPTION:Pursue Funding to Start/Grow YOUR Business!\n\n\nLending institutions that lend in the Houston District will be on hand to meet with existing and start-up business owners to discuss funding for small businesses. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet multiple lenders in scheduled\, one-on-one 15 minute sessions. Also\, meet SBA Houston District Office representatives and engage with SBA’s Resource Partner network who provide free one-on-one business advising. \n*NOTE: Attendees should know their personal credit score\, estimated amount looking to borrow\, industry\, and have started their business plan. \nEligibility Reminder: SBA financing is available to for-profit small businesses. Ineligible businesses generally include nonprofits\, speculative real estate ventures\, passive investment businesses\, and financial or gambling-related enterprises. \nNOTE: Registration begins at 8:30am\, appointments are made on a 1st come 1st serve basis. One-on-one sessions begin at 9am and conclude at 12pm. \nThis event is hosted in collaboration with SHSU Small Business Development Center. \nAll SBA programs and services are provided on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations will be made if requested in advance.
URL:https://www.beamw.org/event/sba-lender-matchmaking-event/
CATEGORIES:Member Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T130000
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SUMMARY:Inglés Empresarial\, Habla con Claridad\, Suena con Confianza
DESCRIPTION:Ven a mejorar tu pronunciación y habla con claridad para sonar más seguro y confiado en cualquier charla\, en tu Inglés Empresarial\n\n\nMejora tu Pronunciación\, Habla con Claridad\, Suena con Confianza\n¿Quieres hablar con claridad y sonar más seguro? Este evento presencial es perfecto para ti. Descubre técnicas sencillas para mejorar tu pronunciación y expresarte con confianza en cualquier situación. ¡Ven a practicar\, divertirte y darle un giro a tu forma de comunicarte! \nYesenia Andablo con Yes to Speaking será nuestra Instructora de este taller.
URL:https://www.beamw.org/event/ingles-empresarial-habla-con-claridad-suena-con-confianza/
CATEGORIES:Member Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260826T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260826T213000
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SUMMARY:Piensa como Empresario\, Protegete como Abogado
DESCRIPTION:Aprende a pensar como empresario y protegerte legalmente como abogado en este evento en persona.\n\n\nPiensa como Empresario\, Protégete como Abogado**\nBlindaje Empresarial \nOrganizado por el Comité de Hombres \n¿Quieres triunfar en los negocios y al mismo tiempo cuidar tus derechos legales? ¡Este evento es para ti! Ven y conecta con expertos que te enseñarán a pensar con la mentalidad de un empresario y a protegerte como un verdadero abogado. En persona\, con mucha interacción y tips prácticos que podrás aplicar desde el primer día. No te lo pierdas\, tu negocio y tu tranquilidad lo agradecerán. \nEl encuentro sera: Cinco Ranch Family Wellness a las 7:00 PM \nSpeaker; Alan San Miguel- Attorney at Law Business – San Miguel Attorneys\, P.C. \n \n¡Promoción Especial para Nuevos Socios! \nSi aún no es socio de la Cámara de Empresarios Latinos y paga $25 para asistir a este taller\, tenemos una excelente noticia para usted. \nSi dentro de las 24 horas posteriores al evento decide unirse a nuestra familia empresarial\, los $25 que pagó por su inscripción serán acreditados al costo de su membresía. \n¡Es la oportunidad perfecta para conocer los beneficios de la Cámara y dar el siguiente paso para hacer crecer su negocio! \nInvierte en tu capacitación hoy y conviértete en parte de una comunidad que impulsa el éxito empresarial.
URL:https://www.beamw.org/event/piensa-como-empresario-protegete-como-abogado/
CATEGORIES:Member Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260827T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260827T120000
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SUMMARY:Are You Lender Ready - Session III: Lending Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:This event will offer training resources that will prepare you for asking for a small business loan.\n\n\nThe “Are You Lender Ready?” Series is intended for those businesses that have been in business for 2+ years. This event will offer training resources that will prepare you for asking for a small business loan. \nThe office hours session is intended to help businesses further craft their business pitch and discuss other SBA financial resources. This structured mentor matchmaking sessions will be in small groups that provide direct access to mentors to get your questions answered and receive real\, actionable guidance. \nThis in-person event will be focused on Session 3 of 3. To make the most of the series\, we encourage small businesses to attend as many sessions as they can. So\, buckle up and prepare yourself to truly understand how to ask for a business loan! \n**SBA’s participation is not an endorsement of the views\, opinions\, products or services of any other person or entity. All SBA programs are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis. \n\n\n \nBACKGROUND ON THIS SERIES:The “Are You Lender Ready?” Series is intended for those businesses that have been in business for 2+ years. This event will offer training resources that will prepare you for asking for a small business loan. \nThe series is broken into three sessions… \n\nSession I: Preparatory Workshop – The workshop focuses on credit\, financials & pitching a business to a lender.\nSession II: Lender Forum – The Lender Forum will consist of panel discussions from traditional and alternative lenders followed by a lender fair to meet with SBA guaranteed lenders in an informal setting.\nSession III: Office Hours Session – The office hours session is intended to help businesses further craft their business pitch and discuss other SBA financial resources. This structured mentor matchmaking sessions will be in small groups that provide direct access to mentors to get your questions answered and receive real\, actionable guidance.\n\nTo make the most of the series\, we encourage small businesses to attend as many sessions as they can. So\, buckle up and prepare yourself to truly understand how to ask for a business loan! \n\n\n \nPresented in conjunction with: \n\n\n\n \nPARKING INSTRUCTIONS: \n\nThe parking structure is highlighted in yellow (IN PICTURE A BELOW) and the shortest path to the Dr. William W. Harmon Building (WWH) is in red (IN PICTURE A BELOW).\nPlease park in levels 2 and above\nAVOID parking in any reserved/staff parking spots if you do not have a HCC parking pass\n\nPICTURE A: HOUSTON CITY COLLEGE CENTRAL CAMPUS PARKING MAP
URL:https://www.beamw.org/event/are-you-lender-ready-session-iii-lending-office-hours/
CATEGORIES:Member Events
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