Apply to Host Governor's Small Business Initiatives
Submit before the January 20th deadline!
We invite chambers, economic development organizations, and other service providers in every region of Texas to submit their applications to host a Governor's Small Business Initiative in 2017.
Small business forums, workshops and grants are designed to keep the State of Texas as the premier place to start, grow and sustain small and midsized businesses. The efforts provide Texas entrepreneurs, business owners and stakeholders with tools, resources, programs, insights, networks and expertise to help them prosper.
For more information, please contact Brad Napp at Brad.Napp@gov.texas.gov. Deadline to submit is Friday, January 20, 2017.
Details and
application for Governor’s Small Business Service Provider Grants will be
released early 2017.
Trade Show Opportunities for Texas Small Businesses
As part of the Texas Export Assistance Program, the Office of the Governor invites Texas small businesses to participate in six export-oriented trade shows in 2017.
State-coordinated programs and events provide Texas businesses the opportunity to promote their products and services to new international markets, maximizing export capacity.
Eligible small businesses will receive free, turnkey, shared booth space, pre-event and on-site assistance from experienced staff at the following trade shows:
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Hannover Messe, Hannover, Germany, April 24-28
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Offshore Technology Conference, Houston, May 1-4
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Automechanika, Mexico City, Mexico, June 14-16
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Paris Air Show, Paris, France, June 19-25
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BIO, San Diego, California, June 19-22
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Medica, Dusseldorf, Germany, November 13-16
Join the Texas Pavilion at Expo Manufactura - Feb. 7-9
 The State of Texas Mexico Office is inviting Texas-based companies to participate at Expo Manufactura, the leading platform for the manufacturing sector in Mexico.
Participating companies will have the opportunity to meet with decision-makers from prominent businesses in the industries represented.
If you are a company interested in joining the Texas Pavillion, click here for more information.
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The 2017 Texas Exports Guide is now available online. The guide provides expert advice and information for exporters throughout the State of Texas. |
 TMAC Accelerates Job Growth for Texas Manufacturers
The Texas Manufacturing Assistance Center (TMAC) helps manufacturers grow by improving processes, workforce and products. TMAC equips companies to streamline manufacturing operations, enhance training, and to establish a culture of continuous improvement. Visit TMAC resources.
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Team Spotlight: Aisa Showery, Small Business Specialist
 Aisa Showery joined the Office of the Governor in March 2016 and is responsible for marketing and outreach efforts for the Office of Small Business Assistance.
In this role, she works with small business initiatives, engagement campaigns, business and trade assistance, marketing and communications.
Aisa has a strong background in government, media relations and strategic communication. Her experience includes coalition work with public entities, private sector firms, taxpayer groups, the media and industry organizations.
If she can be of assistance to your business, contact Aisa at Aisa.Showery@gov.texas.gov.
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