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Roundtable Series: Family Stories of the Underground Railroad
Roundtable Series: Family Stories of the Underground Railroad
Join the McAllen Chamber of Commerce for its Roundtable Series on Feb. 27 as Francisco Guajardo makes a presentation regarding the MOSTHistory exhibit of the story of the Underground Railroad as it moved through South Texas and into northeastern Mexico. This under-told part of American history was shaped particularly through family stories along the border. Guajardo and Melissa Peña will explore the history of the Underground Railroad as it relates…
Charro Days Mixer Presented by Texas Regional Bank
Charro Days Mixer Presented by Texas Regional Bank
The Brownsville Chamber of Commerce and Texas Regional Bank celebrate in the spirit of Charro Days with a Charro Days Mixer on Feb. 27. The event kicks off the week-long festivities happening in Brownsville. Attendees are encouraged to wear Charro's costumes and to warm up their voices for the annual grito contest. The evening includes food, Mexican snacks, and music and performances. Single member tickets are $25, non-member $30. Purchase…
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Protection in the Digital Age Presented by Frost Bank
Protection in the Digital Age Presented by Frost Bank
The Brownsville Chamber of Commerce in partnership with Frost Bank and the Business Development Fund of Texas present "Protection in the Digital Age" on Feb. 29. The workshop focuses on cyber fraud and how it impacts businesses. Explore cyber business attacks like phishing, ransomware and malware, business email compromise and how to protect your business. Guest speaker is Jami Palmer, vice president of Frost Loss Prevention. Lunch will be provided.…
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Size Up LBI, A Platform to Grow Your Business
Size Up LBI, A Platform to Grow Your Business
Join the McAllen Chamber of Commerce for a Speaker Series on Feb. 29 featuring Chamber Vice President of Economic Development Jorge Sánchez speaking on SizeUp LBI. SizeUp LBI (Local Business Intelligence) is a prominent tool in the arsenal of local businesses seeking to understand and outperform their competition that offers insights into market trends, competitive landscapes and customer demographics. Attendees will learn directly from the creators and experts behind SizeUp…
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Marketing Essentials for Your Business
Marketing Essentials for Your Business
The SBA hosts "Business Marketing: Marketing Essentials for Your Business" as part of its free Let's Talk Business Series on March 15. Marketing is a topic many entrepreneurs ponder as they begin shaping their business ideas. Marketing is a solution-driven process that benefits both the customer and the business owner. While advertising is essential, it is only a single component of the entire marketing process. A marketing plan is the…
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Friends of COSTEP Quarterly Meeting
Friends of COSTEP Quarterly Meeting
COSTEP, Council for South Texas Economic Progress holds its “Friends of COSTEP Quarterly Meeting” online on March 5. These are quarterly workshops and presentations are hosted by COSTEP for the benefit of local economic development stakeholders as part of COSTEP’s professional enrichment and best practices efforts. This workshop features Craig Hughes, Managing Principal with HRH Community Partners. The topic of the workshop will be New Market Tax Credits. HRH Community…
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City of Pharr Business Workshop
City of Pharr Business Workshop
The City of Pharr invites business owners to participate in an informative Business Workshop on March 7 to discover the key requirements and insights necessary for opening a business in the city. The workshop will cover essential topics such as zoning, permits and other crucial aspects of business establishment. Attendees will have the opportunity to connect with various departments and organizations, gaining valuable insights into the local business landscape. Departments…
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1 Million Cups
1 Million Cups
One Million Cups on March 13 provides a supportive and inclusive space for entrepreneurs and the community to come together and connect, where they can work through business challenges and identify opportunities. Special guests are Michael Wilson of Entrepreneur Power Network and and Kathy Detweiler of Compass One Consultants. 1MC is free and open to the public.
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Texas Mutual’s Work Safe, Texas Summit — McAllen
Texas Mutual’s Work Safe, Texas Summit — McAllen
The Texas Mutual's Work Safe, Texas Summit on March 19 is a free, information-packed morning focusing on workplace safety and how to prevent fatalities. The morning includes networking and panel discussions involving ECPR Texas Break and OSHA. RSVP by March 15 at texasmutual.com/mcallen.
Lone Star National Bank Community Shredding Event
Lone Star National Bank Community Shredding Event
Lone Star National Bank's Community Shredding Event on March 23 helps the public get rid of unwanted documents and protect from fraud. There is a limit of five boxes (30 lbs. each) of documents per vehicle. Electronics recycling is also available.
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The Employee Policy Handbook
The Employee Policy Handbook
The SBA presents "The Employee Policy Handbook" on March 22, addressing the importance of creating an employee handbook and the basic legal issues employers face when hiring. Human resources is a critical component of employee well-being in any business, no matter how small. HR responsibilities include payroll, benefits, hiring, firing, and keeping up to date with state and federal laws. Presenting this session is Texas Workforce Solutions-Cameron. Discover and Learn: The…
Legendary Women’s Luncheon
Legendary Women’s Luncheon
The McAllen Chamber of Commerce hosts its annual Legendary Women’s Luncheon on March 22. The special event celebrates the achievements of trailblazing women who have left an enduring impact on the McAllen community. RSVP by March 19 with Gerry Garcia.
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Texas Onion Fest 2024
Texas Onion Fest 2024
The Texas Onion Fest on March 23 celebrates the development of the world famous Texas 1015 Onion which was developed in Weslaco and is also the State Vegetable of Texas. Festivities include live entertainment on two stages, the Onion Eating Contest, food, commercial booths, kiddie rides, Dancing Horses, 1015 Market, Car Show, cooking demonstrations and more. Admission is free. Free parking is available along the festival route, additional parking sites include…
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Unleash Your Voice: Podcasting 101
Unleash Your Voice: Podcasting 101
Join the McAllen Chamber of Commerce on March 26 for a workshop presented by Bronson delRio, advertising agency owner and documentary producer, as he unveils the art of creating your very own podcast. With over two decades of experience in producing captivating video content, delRio has honed his expertise to develop best practices specifically tailored for podcast creation. This workshop is designed to equip small business owners with the essential…
Rio Grande Valley Diabetes Association Panel of Experts
Rio Grande Valley Diabetes Association Panel of Experts
A Rio Grande Valley Diabetes Association panel of experts will be on hand March 26 at the McAllen Chamber of Commerce in a free event open to the general public. Interact with a team of healthcare experts and ask questions about diabetes and various health-related matters. Limited space, reserve your seat by calling 956-318-1900.
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Speaker Series: The Power of Storytelling
Speaker Series: The Power of Storytelling
Award-winning author Shawn Elliot Russell joins the March installment of the McAllen Chamber of Commerce's Speaker Series on March 28. Participants will learn to use personal experiences to create a powerful storytelling presentation that will help connect with their product or service. Russell will also share how to create a deeper connection with customers that can lead to sales and increase customer loyalty with the help of storytelling. This event…
Launch Your Business with Customer-Focused Marketing
Launch Your Business with Customer-Focused Marketing
The Brownsville Chamber of Commerce and the City of Brownsville host "Launch Your Business with Customer-Focused Marketing," a free lunch and learn workshop, on March 28. Sponsored by the Brownsville Community Improvement Corporation, Brownsville Independent School District, and Hanson Professional Services Inc., this workshop is tailored to empower entrepreneurs with indispensable tools for business growth. As a new entrepreneur, you'll need more than good products or services to grow your…