Kickstart Success Strategies: Business Resources That Transform Into Success Stories | Fort Bend County SBDC

2/25/2026
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Fort Bend County SBDC, 1116 Morton Street, Richmond, TX 77469
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Kickstart Success Strategies is a dynamic event designed to connect entrepreneurs and small business owners with the resources, relationships, and insights needed to turn ideas into lasting success. This event brings together trusted business partners and financial experts from Develop Richmond, the Small Business Development Center (SBDC), Prosperity Bank, First State Bank, Stellar Bank, and DreamSpring - all in one place. Attendees will gain valuable guidance on funding options, growth strategies, and business support services to help move their businesses forward with confidence.

Highlights: 

  • Insights into Richmond’s economic vision and opportunities for local businesses
  • Overview of SBDC programs that support startups and growing businesses
  • Practical guidance on business financing and banking solutions from multiple financial institutions
  • Direct access to trusted resource partners and lenders
  • Actionable strategies you can apply immediately to your business

This session is geared toward entrepreneurs, startups, and small business owners seeking funding, guidance, and strategic resources to start, grow, or strengthen their businesses.

Breakfast provided. 

This event is sponsored by Develop Richmond.

 

Presenters:

Lacie Chambers, Executive Director, Develop Richmond

Kimberly Thomas, Director, Fort Bend County SBDC

Kim Bernshausen, SVP / Banking Center President, Prosperity Bank

Patricia Nagle MBA, Executive Vice President / Senior Lending Officer / Business Development Officer, The First State Bank

Anne Do, Vice President, Stellar Bank

Toni Johnson, Business Development Officer, DreamSpring

It is imperative to add sbdctraining@uh.edu to your approved senders' list to be able to receive event confirmations for SBDC events.

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 Fort Bend County SBDC at (281) 505-0225 for accommodations, or if you have questions about this class.

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