George Bush Intercontinental (IAH) Concessions Industry Day

United Airlines and food, beverage and retail management firm OTG Management welcome Houston retailers, restauranteurs, and service providers to IAH Concessions Industry Day which will include networking opportunities and information for Minority/Women/Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (M/W/DBE). Don't miss this chance to learn about business opportunities at George Bush Intercontinental Airport, one of the busiest airports in [...]

2016-09-22T13:57:46-05:00September 22nd, 2016|Economic Development, Resources|

TX Food Handler Mandate

All restaurant employees will need their food handler certificate by September 1, 2016 FAQs for Employers | FAQs for Employees About Texas Food Handler Certification Currently 85 local jurisdictions around the state of Texas require food handler certification. In October 2015, the Texas Department of State Health Services approved a regulation requiring statewide food handler [...]

2016-05-27T14:14:11-05:00May 27th, 2016|Community, Economic Development, Resources|

Super Bowl Business Connect program extends deadline to May 31

Experienced and motivated Houston business owners and entrepreneurs will be offered an opportunity to participate in the process to bid for contracts with the NFL’s Super Bowl LI contractors and special event producers, and the Houston Super Bowl Host committee. As a part of The Houston Super Bowl Host Committee’s commitment to offer economic opportunities [...]

2016-05-18T00:33:07-05:00May 18th, 2016|Economic Development, Projects, Resources|

In East Aldine, ‘revitalization’ requires methodical approach

By Mike Snyder, Houston Chronicle In a community where half the adults lack a high school degree or its equivalent, the need to improve access to education is obvious and compelling. With this in mind, the board of the East Aldine Management District instructed its staff in 2011 to find a location where the Lone [...]

2016-05-06T14:33:19-05:00May 6th, 2016|Community, Economic Development|

BusinessConnect with Super Bowl

Super Bowl LI Business Connect is a partnership between the National Football League (NFL) and the Houston Super Bowl Host Committee to link diverse Houston suppliers to contracting opportunities related to Super Bowl LI. The program’s intent is to provide networking, educational and other business development opportunities to encourage greater business success for each participant. [...]

2016-04-20T22:35:32-05:00April 20th, 2016|Community, Economic Development, Resources|

Building Better Credit for a Better Business Loan

Presented by the Lone Star College System – Small Business Development Center When the recession hit the US economy in 2008, the financial impact on individuals and small business owners was unprecedented. Credit turned into a major road block overnight. This program was designed to bridge the gap of knowledge that left so many stranded. [...]

2015-04-06T15:37:17-05:00March 31st, 2015|Economic Development, Events|

Exporting is a great way to grow, reach new markets and expand your business, Feb. 12

Houston is a great place to export from. Houston leads the country as America’s No.1 city in export value. And there are plenty of resources for you to join the export game. That’s why the Port of Houston Authority is launching its new trade export promotion program, TradeLink, through a series of workshops in collaboration [...]

2015-01-29T19:48:14-06:00January 29th, 2015|Economic Development, Events|
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