Mompreneur shares encouraging advice to anyone looking to start their own business
Heather Sullivan talks with Mignon Francois, a “Mompreneur” who turned her last $5 into a cupcake empire, The Cupcake Collection, while raising six children!
Local Houston, minority business could become suppliers, vendors for College Football Playoffs in 2024
Houston is hosting the College Football Playoffs in 2024 and the Houston Host Committee wants to give local businesses a chance to shine with the Buy Houston: By Houston Supplier Diversity program!
Grant program offers unique program for Houston’s small business owners
Small businesses, in Houston, that survived the pandemic and are still trying to grow, can apply for a grant of $10,000 worth of digital assistance.
SBA administrator comes to Houston to see small business success stories
The leader of the Small Business Administration was in Houston along with Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff and visited some local success stories and talked about some of the resources available to help others, in particular, minority-owned ventures.
Houston among five cities selected to mentor small businesses
Local small businesses have an opportunity, for the next month, to win some valuable guidance and some operating cash to grow.
Houston business owners asking for help to address crime concerns
"I have been burglarized 15 times in the last year," a Houston business owner said while addressing Houston City Council.
Texas ranked 3rd best state to start a business, according to study
Calling all entrepreneurs, if you're looking to start a business, Texas is one of the best places to start it!
Many smaller businesses plan to ramp up hiring in 2023, survey finds
The survey found that 84% of smaller business leaders said they’re also increasing compensation, while others are offering hiring bonuses, more flexible hours, and remote work options.
Houston business owner nearly missed HSN debut after Southwest flight canceled
Houston business owner nearly missed a chance of a lifetime when her Southwest Airlines flight was canceled during the airline’s all-out meltdown over the holidays.
Congressman Al Green to host webinar to minority owned businesses, entrepreneurs
U.S. Congressman Al Green is inviting current and aspiring entrepreneurs to attend an informational webinar he's hosting that aims to help small minority-owned businesses.
Becoming Houston business owner may be getting easier
The Governor's Texas Economic Development office has a new website to help future and current business owners with advice.
2 Texas cities ranked among top 10 best in the country for work conferences, according to study
Houston and San Antonio were ranked among the top 10 best cities in the U.S. for work conferences for reasonable hotel rates, meal costs, and ample distance between downtown and the airports.
Secret Service recovers $286 million in stolen pandemic loans
Since 2020, the Secret Service initiated more than 3,850 pandemic related fraud investigations.
Houston small business competition offers seed money for would-be entrepreneurs
Liftoff Houston entrepreneur competition is designed to help people with an idea for a business with seed money.
More restaurants turning to digital connections to stay competitive
Restaurant jobs were a significant part of the July jobs report, but hiring challenges and inflation fears are still keeping staffs pretty tight.
$20 million available for diverse Houston-area small businesses, non-profits
Diverse Houston-area small businesses and non-profit organizations have an opportunity to apply for grants thanks to a new portal.
Brazoria County pizzeria expands, despite inflation and recession concerns
At a time of rising inflation and a possible recession, some businesses may be looking to 'protect' themselves from whatever's coming. But a Brazoria County pizzeria thinks 'now' is the time to grow.