Governor’s Small Business Summit — Laredo

When:

June 11, 2026 8:00 am – 2:00 pm

Where:

Texas A&M International University (TAMIU), 5201 University Blvd., Laredo, TX 78041

About the Event:

The Governor's Small Business Summit — Laredo aims to help Texas small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs reach new heights by connecting them with the resources and information needed to start, strengthen and grow a business. This event offers a variety of sessions bringing together local, state and federal resource partners to provide key insights on critical business topics. It's also an opportunity to network with other business owners and meet experts who will share timely, relevant and actionable advice on a multitude of small business subjects.
 

Brief Agenda:
8 - 9am: Resource Fair & Networking Hour
9 - 9:30am: Welcoming & Opening Remarks
9:45am - 1:35pm: Sessions, Speakers & Lunch

Topics:
•  Funding the Future: Smart Financing Strategies for Small Business Growth
•  Cybersecurity: Protecting Your Business in a Digital Economy
•  Winning Workforce Strategies: Recruiting & Developing Top Notch Talent

1:35pm - 2pm: Closing
 

The Governor's Small Business Summit — Laredo is hosted in partnership with the Laredo Economic Development Corporation, MileOne and Texas Workforce Commission. The event is sponsored by Global Tooling Specialties, IBC Bank, Killam Development and TAMIU.

Registration is $20 and will include access to all sessions, resource providers, lunch and complimentary headshots. 

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