Starting Strong: How to Launch a Business and Leverage Local Support | Galveston County SBDC
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Join us for this session as we walk through the essential steps for launching a business including the planning, compliance, and early decision-making. You will hear from local partners including the Texas City-La Marque Chamber of Commerce and the La Marque Economic Development Corporation on how their resources, connections, and incentives support business growth. Leave with a clear path for next steps, key contacts, and the confidence to move forward.
Highlights:
- Key steps for starting a business correctly and efficiently
- Common startup pitfalls and how to avoid them
- How the Chamber of Commerce supports visibility, networking, and growth
- Economic Development Corporation programs, incentives, and resources
- Connect with and leverage local partners strategically
- A clear action plan to move from idea to execution
This session is intended for anyone who has an idea for starting a business and for those who have been in business for less than two years.
Presenter:
Tim Culp, President, Texas City-La Marque Chamber of Commerce
Alex Getty, Executive Director, La Marque Economic Development Corporation
Amy Reid, Director, Galveston County & San Jacinto College SBDC
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Please Note:
Each person attending an event must have their own account. Multiple people may not register under one account.
The SBDC reserves the right to cancel a class for insufficient enrollment, weather emergencies, and other unforeseen circumstances. Should a cancellation occur, we will use the email you provided to contact you.
Preregistration is highly recommended. If an event is canceled or postponed and you have not preregistered, we will not be able to contact you.
If you choose to register at the door, you will need your mobile device to complete your registration otherwise you will not be allowed to attend.
Satisfactory meeting room temperatures are difficult to maintain. Always bring a sweater or jacket to ensure comfort.
No children under the age of 16 are allowed in the workshop.
Only service animals allowed - If you need to bring a service animal with you to a workshop please contact us ahead of time.
Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact the Galveston County SBDC at (409) 933-1414 for accommodations, or if you have questions about this class.
