Gulf Coast COVID-19 Recovery and Relief Loan Program- Informational Webinar Oct 14

Join the U.S. Small Business Administration Houston District Office and the Houston-Galveston Area Local Development Corporation as we discuss important updates and introduce a new COVID-19 small business relief loan program through the U.S. Economic Development Administration.  This program will provide immediate and critical financial assistance to small businesses throughout the Gulf Coast region dealing with [...]

2020-10-07T17:52:30-05:00October 7th, 2020|Economic Development|

SBA: Upcoming Virtual Events! Don’t miss out!

Join us September 24-25th for a virtual conference and celebration honoring the 50th Anniversary of the Surety Bond Guarantee (SBG) Program. This FREE online event is open to small businesses in the construction, supply and service sectors, along with members of the surety bond industry. The conference will cover topics ranging from the future of the surety bond industry to [...]

2020-09-21T15:12:38-05:00September 21st, 2020|Community, Economic Development|

SBA Houston Virtual Events: August 10-14

Emergency Preparedness Planning for your Small Business:  Building resilience is one of the most important skills Houston business owners can cultivate. In this webinar, we will equip business owners with tools to prepare for disasters, and tips on how to bounce back after a disaster strikes. Disasters happen—is your business ready?   Wednesday, August 12, 2020 [...]

2020-08-10T19:56:59-05:00August 10th, 2020|Economic Development|

There’s a New Gin in Town – Avonak Distillery

By JD Herman A stone's throw from the East Sam Houston Tollway is the only active gin distillery in Houston. Avonak Distillery broke ground in the East Aldine Management District in 2018. Focusing on young spirits and organic grain to glass distilling, they have come to market with a vodka and two unique gin offerings. [...]

2020-10-06T16:18:30-05:00August 3rd, 2020|Community, Economic Development, My East Aldine|

SBA Houston Virtual Events: July 27-31

PPP & Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) Overview Has your business been affected by COVID-19?  Eligible small businesses can apply for both programs.  Learn the basics of each program and how to apply. Tuesday, July 28, 2020: 11:00am to 12:00pm CST CLICK HERE TO JOIN  Thursday, July 30, 2020: 11:00am to 12:00pm CST CLICK HERE TO JOIN   PPP Loan [...]

2020-07-24T20:14:54-05:00July 24th, 2020|Community, Economic Development|

Harris County Small Business Recovery Fund

The livelihoods of working families in Harris County depend on small businesses in our area keeping their doors open. The Harris County Small Business Recovery Fund is offering eligible businesses up to $25,000 to support their ongoing operations. This is NOT a loan program, and does not have to be repaid. The fund will be open for [...]

2020-07-14T16:11:42-05:00July 14th, 2020|Community, Economic Development, Resources|
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