Upcoming ACC Events

Asian Restaurant Series | Free Event

This educational opportunity is aimed at restaurant owners and managers to streamline, grow and even franchise their businesses. 

Upcoming and FREE!

April 24, 2023 (Mon) - 2pm - 4pm - Tracy Gee Community Center

Come hear from Dan Camp & Sarem Soudager from McDonald’s, Kim Way (SBDC Houston) and Thomas Nguyen (CBRE) speak about starting or buying into a franchise. This is part of the Restaurant Series and free to attend!

Find out if partnering with a Franchise is for you. Learn what are the startup costs and how to get into the restaurant business quickly. If you already have a food establishment, explore ways to scale your business through building your own franchise and exponentially grow your business.

If you missed our other sessions, you can watch the recordings - https://asianchamber-hou.org/restaurantseries

ACC Membership Orientation May 5

Learn about the 2023 Asian Chamber Membership Benefits. A Step-by-Step guide to maximize your chamber membership and help use it to grow your business. We have exciting events and program planned for the year!

MEMBERS ONLY: PORT OF HOUSTON TOUR May 5th

Join us as we visit the Port of Houston on a private boat tour to learn how Houston support trade.

This is a FREE members only event and included with your membership.

RSVP Barbara Gallo at:

bgallo@asianchamber-hou.org

ACC Asian Restaurant Month Luncheon May 11

Join us for a special Asian Restaurant Month Luncheon celebrating AANHPI Heritage Month on May 11, 2023. Hear from local Celebrity Chefs around Houston talk about the rich culinary history of our Asian community. 

Guest Chefs include Suu Khin (Burmalicious by Suu), Jae Kim (Chi’Lantro BBQ), Tao Minh La (Kim Son), Tony Nguyen (Xin Chao). 

ACC Supplier Diversity Academy 2023 June 2 | Free to Bronze Members and Higher

Be coached by decision makers from major corporations and the public sector in researching bids, learning the application process, and how to knock out a winning presentation.

Partner Events

Greater Houston Business Procurement Forum | Where Business Takes Place Apr 25

Hear from Representatives of some of the Houston area's major Hospitals, Healthcare Networks and Prime Contractors.

The Business Resiliency Summit Apr 26

This event aims to connect small businesses with critical resources and information to address post-pandemic barriers impacting the success of their business, develop economic resiliency, and create business opportunities.

SBA Growth Training for Small Businesses | Deadline: Apr 30

This intensive program combines in-person and virtual training, features contemporary training materials, can be customized for the needs of specific businesses, is totally focused on GROWTH.

2023 National Asian American Native Hawaiian May 17

The summit will feature elected officials and dignitaries, corporate representatives, community leaders, and small business owners to discuss access to capital, access to technology, and opportunities within the CHIPS & Science Act for AANHPI entrepreneurs.

Business Beyond Borders Summit 2023 May 18

A combination of panels and B2B workshops, Business Beyond Borders Summit is a half-day international business conference for small businesses designed to provide insight and connections on how to effectively engage in global business.

CelebrASIAN Business Procurement Conference 2023 June 6-8

CelebrASIAN is America’s largest and longest-running business development conference convened by Pan Asian Americans. For over 37 years, CelebrASIAN has launched, expanded, and energized thousands of successful business partnerships among corporate America, federal, state, and local government agencies, large nonprofits, Pan Asian American and other minority, and diverse enterprises

Salute to Minorities in Construction June 13

Operated by Houston Community College,The Houston MBDA Business center honors minority-owned construction firms and the advocates and organizations that support them.

Grants/Funding Resources and Notices

City of Houston - Tax Abatements

The City of Houston offers a robust incentive program to promote economic growth and diversification in industries that are consistent with the goals of the Administration.

City of Houston - New Parent Friendly Employer Designation

Eligible employees can request paid parental leave instead of relying only on saved vacation time or unpaid leave.

Texas Travel Industry Recovery Grant (TTIR) Program

The TTIR Program provides one-time grants of up to $20,000 for the recovery of Texas businesses in the tourism, travel, and hospitality industry that were negatively impacted during the pandemic.

H-E-B's 10th Annual Quest For Texas Best

For the last nine years, H-E-B has set out on a quest to find the best in Texas –the best local products made by Texans! Suppliers to have their items considered for placement on H-E-B shelves and $25,000 in their pocket! Applications for the 10th Annual H-E-B Quest for Texas Best competition will open in February 2023.

METRORapid University Public Meetings Notice

METRO is hosting rounds of public meetings regarding the METRORapid University Corridor Project. There will be 8 public meetings throughout Houston. Learn the latest on the METRORapid University Corridor Project - provide feedback, talk to project team members and learn about next steps for the project. 

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