Texas Economic Development

Join us THIS THURSDAY at the #SmallBusinessSummit in Sweetwater. After 18 years at Betenbough Homes—pioneering partnerships both locally and globally—Holly’s leadership, guidance and passion for people continues to heavily influence Betenbough Companies people-first culture even to today. Visit gov.texas.gov/events to register now. See you there!

Have you heard? The TSBCI Program supports #smallbusiness growth and helps create new jobs through increased access to funding. Texas small businesses should reach out to an approved financial institution to learn more about loan application details >> tsbci.gov.texas.gov

A wonderful day with a sold-out Governor’s #SmallBusinessSummit last week in New Braunfels! We were honored to have Texas First Lady Cecilia Abbott deliver the keynote address, celebrating women business owners and entrepreneurs. Registration remains open for the final three events this year at gov.texas.gov/events. See you there! The Greater New Braunfels Chamber of Commerce Inc., Texas Governor's Commission for Women, Texas Workforce Commission

#TuesdayTip: DYK? Many companies in the U.S. must report information about their beneficial owners—the individuals who ultimately own or control the company—to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), a bureau of the U.S. Department of the Treasury. Learn your company’s reporting requirements, see FAQs and more at >> fincen.gov/boi

Join us at the Governor’s #SmallBusinessSummit in Sweetwater to take your business to new heights! On the agenda: Marketing & Social Media Engagement, State & Regional Resources for Small Business, Access to Finance & Funding, PLUS keynote speaker Holly Betenbough of Betenbough Companies. Visit gov.texas.gov/events to register now. See you there!

Hiring Red, White & You! is a statewide hiring event that connects veterans, transitioning military members and military spouses to employers across Texas. More here: https://bit.ly/4f96cja

Texas again outpaced the nation in annual job growth rate over the last 12 months and our labor force is now more than 15.4 million strong! More good #TexasJobs news: https://bit.ly/3NA3Cqw

As we close #TexasChambersWeek, we are honored to recognize and work alongside these organizations to uphold Texas’ status as a powerhouse in economic development.

Collaboration among local businesses, chambers of commerce and government entities has helped to keep Texas the unrivaled economic engine of America. #TexasChambersWeek

UPDATE: We are excited to share that the newest list of approved financial institutions participating in the Texas Small Business Credit Initiative (TSBCI) Program is available online! AND it's now easier to apply with a new, simplified application process for financial institutions. More here: tsbci.gov.texas.gov #smallbusiness