\n Governor'\;s Small Business Series \;&ndash\; South Padre Island:
\n Honoring Women-Owned Businesses\n  \n When: \;Thursday\, October 6 I \; 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. \; \n\n Where: \;South Padre Island Convention Centre\, \;7355 Padre Boulevard\, South Padre Island\, Texas\, 78597 \n\n About:
\n The Governor&rsquo\;s Small Business Series &mdash\; South Padre Island will connect women-owned businesses and aspiring entrepreneurs with the resources and information needed to start\, strengthen and grow their business in Texas. This event is an opportunity to network with other business owners and meet experts who can share timely\, relevant\, actionable advice on a multitude of small business topics. We are honored to have the First Lady of Texas\, Cecilia Abbott join us for this one-of-a-kind event\, along with an exceptional lineup of other state-level\, regional and local speakers. \n\n Registration is $20 and includes lunch and access to all sessions. \n\n Topics: \n\n \n - Pitch Competitions\, Grants &\; Alternative Funding
\n - Marketing &\; Communications
\n - Access to Funding &\; Financing
\n - Micro-Credentialing &\; Certifications
\n - Leveraging \;Technology in Your Business
\n - Recruiting\, Training &\; Retention
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\n\n The event is hosted by the Governor&rsquo\;s Office of Small Business Assistance in partnership with the Governor'\;s Commission for Women and the Texas Workforce Commission. Visit our \;website \;and connect with us on social media as we announce additional events and webinar dates for 2022. \n | \n 
