Governor Greg Abbott has announced that the next Governor’s Small Business Summit will take place in Denison on May 15, 2025. These summits are organized throughout the year across various regions in Texas to support small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs by providing them with essential resources and information.
“Small businesses are the cornerstone of our vibrant communities and the driving force behind Texas’ thriving economy,” stated Governor Abbott. He highlighted that Texas hosts over three million small businesses, which employ nearly half of all working Texans. Abbott encouraged small business owners and entrepreneurs to attend the summit or similar events in their area, emphasizing the importance of these gatherings for fostering a prosperous business environment in Texas.
The upcoming summit in Denison will gather local, state, and federal resource partners to discuss crucial business topics. Participants will have opportunities to network with other business owners and gain insights from experts offering practical advice on various small business issues.
The event is scheduled for Thursday, May 15, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Eisenhower Business Center in Denison. Sessions will cover topics such as entrepreneurship, financing options for growing businesses, and marketing strategies including cybersecurity and social media management. Registration costs $20 and includes access to all sessions, lunch, resource providers, and complimentary headshots.
In addition to Denison’s event, registration is open for other locations hosting the 2025 Governor’s Small Business Summits:
– Sugar Land on May 29
– Hays County on June 12
– Bastrop on June 26
– Rockport-Fulton on July 10
– Waxahachie on July 24
– Pharr on August 7
– Big Lake on August 21
– Eagle Pass on September 11
– Carthage on September 25
– Dalhart on October 9
– Denton (Women-Focused Event) on October 23
– Belton (Veteran-Focused Event) on November 13
Furthermore, the Governor’s Texas Economic Development & Tourism Office alongside the Office of Small Business Assistance also conduct webinars aimed at sharing valuable resources for small businesses and entrepreneurs online. Past webinars can be accessed through their website.
Recently, Governor Abbott celebrated Texas being named the Best State for Business by Chief Executive magazine for the twenty-first consecutive year. The state was also awarded the Prosperity Cup by Site Selection magazine for its performance in attracting new business investments.
