Houston Daily

Governor Greg Abbott has announced that the next 2025 Governor’s Small Business Summit will take place in Waxahachie on Thursday, July 24. The summits, held throughout the year across Texas, aim to assist small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs by providing them with essential resources and information for starting, strengthening, and growing their businesses.

“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 summit in Waxahachie will bring together local, state, and federal resource partners to offer insights on critical business topics. Participants will have opportunities to network with other business owners and meet experts who will provide advice on various small business issues.

The event is scheduled for Thursday, July 24, from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Waxahachie Civic Center located at 2000 Civic Center Lane, Waxahachie, TX 75165.

Panel session topics include "Magnetic Marketing: Strategies that Stick," "Smarter, Not Harder: AI Tools for Small Business Success," and "Building Your Dream: A Conversation with Entrepreneurs." The keynote speaker will be Chet Garner, Host and Executive Producer of The Daytripper. Additional remarks will be made by Alberto Treviño, Commissioner Representing Labor at the Texas Workforce Commission.

Registration costs $20 and includes access to sessions, resource providers, lunch, and complimentary headshots. For registration details visit gov.texas.gov/events.

Upcoming locations for the Governor’s Small Business Summit include 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 Event) on October 23; Belton (Veteran-Focused Event) on November 13.

Additionally, the Governor’s Texas Economic Development & Tourism Office along with the Office of Small Business Assistance host webinars offering information about resources for small businesses online. Recordings can be accessed at gov.texas.gov/business/page/small-business-webinars.