University of Houston Texas Gulf Coast SBDC Network | UHSBDC

For 40 years, we’ve helped small businesses across Southeast Texas succeed, providing expert business advice and fostering growth and expansion through our countless no-cost resources and training classes. ?? We’re incredibly grateful to all our clients who trusted us to help them on their entrepreneurial journey. ?? Join us in celebrating this milestone! ?? Share your favorite memory or success story with our Texas Gulf Coast SBDC Network in the comments or by using #SBDC40. #SmallBiz #SBDC #TXGulfCoast #40years

? Update: Our entire UH Texas Gulf Coast SBDC Network will be closed for the Thanksgiving holiday on November 28 and 29. Please note that the following locations have earlier closures the week of Monday, November 25th: Angelina College SBDC - Closed November 25-29 Blinn College SBDC - Closed November 27-29 Brazosport College SBDC - Closed November 27-29 Lamar University SBDC - Closed November 27-29 Lee College SBDC - Closed November 27-29 San Jacinto College SBDC - Closed November 25-29 Regular operating hours across our Network will resume on Monday, December 2. We wish you and your family a happy and safe Thanksgiving break! ?? #Thanksgiving #HolidayHours #SBDC

Celebrating 40 years of the University of Houston Texas Gulf Coast SBDC Network | UHSBDC. A few of the directors with our Deputy Director Tori Rayne. John Lee (Lamar University SBDC), Amy Reid (Galveston County SBDC), Rhonda Ellisor (Sam Houston State University SBDC), Lisa Boenker (Brazos Valley SBDC), Diane Amerine (Angelina College SBDC), Kim Way (UH Houston SBDC), Linda Jones-Zbranek (Lee College SBDC).

Creating a #budget is a crucial step for any #SmallBusiness. ??Here are some simple tips to get you started: ? Track your income and expenses. Keep a record of all your income and expenses, both big and small. ? Set financial goals. Determine what you want to achieve with your business. This will help you allocate your budget accordingly. ? Create a realistic budget. Don't overestimate your income or underestimate your expenses. ? Review and adjust. Regularly review your budget and make adjustments as needed. Need more budgeting tips? Check out our recorded webinar on the topic! https://ow.ly/jPLy50U4K2k #FinanceTips #entrepreneurs

Did you know that small businesses are increasingly becoming targets of #cyberattacks? ?? Don’t let a cyber threat compromise your business. Protect it with these essential #cybersecurity tips: ? Set strong, unique passwords and enable multifactor authentication. ? Regularly update software and back up important data. ? Educate your team about cyber threats and how to avoid and report them. Need more advice? Join the Houston SBDC for its upcoming class on Essential Cyber Strategies to Protect Your Business! Register today: https://ow.ly/ZNMT50U4JUj #SmallBusiness #entrepreneurship

Happy National Entrepreneur Day to all the dreamers, doers, and risk-takers out there! ?? Let's celebrate the innovation and hard work that drives our economy. #NationalEntrepreneurDay #Entrepreneurship #SmallBusiness

Your business idea could change the world!?? This Global Entrepreneurship Week, we're celebrating the power of small businesses and entrepreneurs and the products and services they provide their communities! ?? #GEW2024 #SmallBusiness #Entrepreneurship #Innovation

Jasmin Espy Speed (Director, Prairie View Small Business Development Center) and LeeVera Smith (Business Advisor, Houston SBDC) represented our Network last week at the 2024 New Majority Summit, a one-day conference emphasizing responsible entrepreneurship by equipping entrepreneurs with tools and strategies for scaling their businesses. Thank you to 1863? Ventures for inviting us to have a table and share more about our resources with local entrepreneurs and small businesses! #NewMajoritySummit #SBDC

We’re thrilled to announce that Dana Espinal, Director of the LSCPA SBDC, has been awarded the prestigious Rogers Community Service Award from Lamar State College Port Arthur! ???? The award recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to the Golden Triangle area. Dana's dedication to the community and supporting local businesses is truly inspiring. ?? Join us in congratulating her on this well-deserved honor! ?? #CommunityService #LSCPA #GoldenTriangle

It's National Fast Food Day! ?????? Thinking about turning your love for fast food into a thriving business? ??It may be time to explore franchising your own fast-food location! Our business advisors can help you navigate the process, from business planning to securing financing. Contact us today to learn more! https://ow.ly/uIwH50U4r44 #NationalFastFoodDay #Franchise #SmallBusiness #Entrepreneurship