Houston Daily

Governor Greg Abbott has announced that the first Governor’s Small Business Summit of 2025 will take place in Uvalde on March 27. The summits are scheduled throughout the year across Texas, aiming to support small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs by providing essential resources and information.

“Small businesses are the cornerstone of our vibrant communities and the driving force behind Texas’ thriving economy,” said Governor Abbott. “With more than 3.3 million small businesses across Texas, employing nearly half of all working Texans, our state continues to lead in job creation and business expansion. I invite all small business owners and entrepreneurs to attend this Governor’s Small Business Summit or one in their region. Together, we will ensure that our small business community continues to thrive as we build a stronger, more prosperous Texas.”

The Uvalde summit will gather local, state, and federal resource partners to offer insights on crucial business topics. Participants will have opportunities to network with other business owners and meet experts who will provide advice on various small business subjects.

The event is scheduled for Thursday, March 27, from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the SSGT. Willie de Leon Civic Center located at 340 E. Main Street in Uvalde, TX. Topics covered include starting a small business, accessing funding for growth, and marketing strategies.

Registration costs $20 and includes access to sessions, resource providers, lunch, and complimentary headshots. More details and registration options are available at gov.texas.gov/events.

Additional summits are planned for locations such as Orange on April 24; Denison on May 15; Sugar Land on May 29; Hays County on June 12; Bastrop on June 26; Rockport-Fulton on July 10; Waxahachie on July 24; Pharr on August 7; Big Lake on August 21; Eagle Pass on September 11; Carthage on September 25; Dalhart on October 9; Denton (women-focused) on October 23; and Belton (veteran-focused) on November 13.

The Governor’s Texas Economic Development & Tourism Office along with the Office of Small Business Assistance also offer webinars for small businesses through an online format. Recordings of past webinars can be accessed at gov.texas.gov/business/page/small-business-webinars.