Richardson Economic Development Department

Congratulations to Chris Shacklett, AICP and Kaele Tobias on completing a very successful inaugural year of PM Pints! This unique evening format features short presentations from entrepreneurs, small business owners and subject-matter experts while offering attendees the opportunity to network in the Richardson IQ-HQ. Programming like PM Pints strengthens our local innovation ecosystem and enhances our economic development efforts. Stay tuned for how you can get involved in 2025! City of Richardson Texas Richardson Economic Development Department

Congratulations to Chris Shacklett, AICP and Kaele Tobias on completing a very successful inaugural year of PM Pints! This unique evening format features short presentations from entrepreneurs, small business owners and subject-matter experts while offering attendees the opportunity to network in the Richardson IQ-HQ. Programming like PM Pints strengthens our local innovation ecosystem and enhances our economic development efforts. Stay tuned for how you can get involved in 2025! City of Richardson Texas Richardson Economic Development Department

A valuable opportunity that Richardson business owners can benefit from! Thursday, Nov. 21 | 11 a.m. - noon The SBA Dallas/Fort Worth District Office is hosting an online webinar celebrating GEW North Texas. The webinar will provide information on the SBA's programs and services that can help you start and grow your business. Notable programs that will be discussed include counseling, surety bonds, disaster assistance and more.? To register, please visit: https://bit.ly/4hXjvW4? #RichardsonTexas #RichardsonEconomicDevelopment?

If you’re a Richardson business owner, consider registering for this event!? Thursday, Nov. 21 | noon – 1 p.m.?? As GEW North Texas draws to a close, SBA Dallas/Fort Worth District Office will interview Fort Worth-based defense contractor Tamiko Bailey, President and CEO of Bailey’s Premier Services, about how SBA resources helped grow her business.?? To register for this online event, please visit: https://bit.ly/48UUaYO? #RichardsonTexas #RichardsonEconomicDevelopment

If you’re an aspiring Richardson business owner, sign up now! Tuesday, Nov. 19, noon – 1p.m. | SBA DFW District Office at 150 Westpark Way, Suite 130, Euless, TX To celebrate GEW North Texas, the SBA Dallas/Fort Worth District Office's Dallas/Fort Worth District Office and a Financial Crimes Enforcement Network, US Treasury (FinCEN) representative will host an in-person information session on ways the SBA can help you start and grow your business and familiarize yourself with new Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) reporting requirements. To register, please visit: https://bit.ly/3APYeNs #RichardsonTexas #RichardsonEconomicDevelopment #smallbusiness

Pleased to share these Dallas Business Journal stories about two exciting commercial real estate developments this week. The City of Richardson Texas aspirational commercial real estate revitalization strategy is making a big impact in our market. To learn more about how we can partner to reinvent your office asset, contact the Richardson Economic Development Department. Halff Expands Presence in Richardson: https://lnkd.in/g6vSdPx7 Provident Makes Significant Commitment to Legacy Richardson Commercial Development https://lnkd.in/ggfRVHh6

Save the Date! Thursday, Nov. 21 at 5 – 7 p.m. | IQHQ? at 1302 E Collins Blvd Join us for an exciting evening of networking, learning and drinks! BE Networks CEO Amir Elbaz and Director of Economic Development Chris Shacklett will discuss how cities can create an ecosystem to support startups' growth and success. To register, please visit: https://bit.ly/3UGtXr4 #RichardsonTexas #RichardsonEconomicDevelopment #RichardsonIQHQ

Reminder! Tomorrow at 8:30 – 10 a.m. | IQHQ? at 1302 E Collins Blvd At our next IQ Brew, Founder and Owner of SourceKamp Kellye Kamp provides tips on how to navigate tools like ChatGPT and the changing landscape of artificial intelligence to help entrepreneurs make the most out of their time. The IQ? Brew is a free, public networking and educational series featuring short presentations from entrepreneurs, small business owners and subject-matter experts. To register for the event, please visit: https://bit.ly/40y95pN #RichardsonTexas #RichardsonEconomicDevelopment #RichardsonIQHQ

What a fantastic group of people! As the UT Dallas Community Business Booster completes the fourth cohort of the year, I want to thank all the startups that have participated in this program. You have been a delight to work with, and I have loved getting to know each of you. I am excited to continue to support this program in 2025. More details will be coming soon. Cheers to your successes and continuous growth in your ventures! The University of Texas at Dallas Richardson IQ Thank you to U.S. Small Business Administration and Capital One for your support!

Impactful briefings and engaging discussion today at The University of Texas at Dallas Sixth Annual Economic Development Summit. The City of Richardson Texas is proud to partner with UTD at the Richardson IQ-HQ and appreciates the many economic advantages our community enjoys because it hosts this tier-one university. Best part of the day was spending some quality time with McKinney City Manager Paul Grimes, who is also a UTD alumnus. Richardson Economic Development Department