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SUMMARY:2027 National Small Business Week (NSBW) Informational Session
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a brief informational session to learn more about the 2027 National Small Business Week Awards\n\n\nThe SBA Dallas/ Fort Worth District Office is now accepting nominations to recognize outstanding small businesses and small business champions in our community. \nJoin us for a brief informational session to learn more about the National Small Business Week Awards\, the nomination process\, important requirements and deadlines\, and how to submit a nomination. Participants will also have an opportunity to ask questions and get additional information about the awards. \nUpcoming Informational Sessions \nTuesday October 13th @ 10 a.m. CT – Click Here to Register \nFriday October 16th @ 10 a.m. CT- Click Here to Register \n──────────────────────────────────────── \nThursday October 22nd @ 10 a.m. CT – Click Here to Register \nThursday October 29th @ 10 a.m. CT – Click Here to Register \nThursday November 12th @ 10 a.m. CT – Click Here to Register \nThursday November 19th @ 10 a.m. CT – Click Here to Register \nThursday December 3rd @ 10 a.m. CT – Click Here to Register \nAgenda \n· Overview of NSBW \n· National & District Office Awards \n· Eligibility & Selection Criteria \n· Nomination Process/ Requirements \n· Key Dates & Deadlines \nQ&A
URL:https://www.beamw.org/event/2027-national-small-business-week-nsbw-informational-session-2/
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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-10/
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 participation with HCC Glenda & David Regenbaum Center for Entrepreneurship\, Northwest \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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SUMMARY:2027 National Small Business Week (NSBW) Informational Session
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a brief informational session to learn more about the 2027 National Small Business Week Awards\n\n\nThe SBA Dallas/ Fort Worth District Office is now accepting nominations to recognize outstanding small businesses and small business champions in our community. \nJoin us for a brief informational session to learn more about the National Small Business Week Awards\, the nomination process\, important requirements and deadlines\, and how to submit a nomination. Participants will also have an opportunity to ask questions and get additional information about the awards. \nUpcoming Informational Sessions \nTuesday October 13th @ 10 a.m. CT – Click Here to Register \nFriday October 16th @ 10 a.m. CT- Click Here to Register \n──────────────────────────────────────── \nThursday October 22nd @ 10 a.m. CT – Click Here to Register \nThursday October 29th @ 10 a.m. CT – Click Here to Register \nThursday November 12th @ 10 a.m. CT – Click Here to Register \nThursday November 19th @ 10 a.m. CT – Click Here to Register \nThursday December 3rd @ 10 a.m. CT – Click Here to Register \nAgenda \n· Overview of NSBW \n· National & District Office Awards \n· Eligibility & Selection Criteria \n· Nomination Process/ Requirements \n· Key Dates & Deadlines \nQ&A
URL:https://www.beamw.org/event/2027-national-small-business-week-nsbw-informational-session/
CATEGORIES:Member Events
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SUMMARY:Steps for Starting a Small Business
DESCRIPTION:Spend an hour with the SBA\n\n\nThinking of starting a business? Wondering what is involved? \nLearn the important steps to turn your passion into a business venture. In this session\, we will take you through a step-by-step process of making your business legal in the state of Minnesota. Get the tools you’ll need in just one hour. \nYou will learn: \n\nFree resources available to help you start a business\nDefine your startup cost\nMaking your business legal in Minnesota the easy and simple way\nand more\n\nRegister today! \nThis event is virtual via MS TEAMS. \nQuestions? Email Maribel Mallet\,  maribel.mallet@sba.gov. \nAll SBA programs and services are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis.
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