Last Friday, we visited Z-Terra Inc, a technology company transforming seismic imaging for the energy industry.💼Through SBA’s #Freedom250 initiative, we are proud to spotlight entrepreneurs whose innovation and determination contribute to American industry and economic growth!🎉
District Director Mark Winchester joined the Taiwanese Chamber of Commerce of Greater Houston for its TCC Talk Entrepreneurship Series. Thank you for hosting and bringing together local entrepreneurs to learn more about SBA resources! 💼
It's not a matter of IF, but WHEN a disaster will strike! ⛈️ Learn more about protecting your #smallbiz BEFORE a disaster strikes from SBA South Central Regional Administrator Annie Spilman !📑
🔗 Full write-up: linkedin.com/pulse/protectin…
We hosted “Financing Your Small Business: Loans, Microloans & Alternative Capital,” connecting entrepreneurs with valuable insights on accessing capital. The panel featured reps from PeopleFund, LiftFund, HBDi, DreamSpring, Communities Unlimited, and Bayou Microfund.💼
We participated in the @BuildFreedomSum which brought together leaders from manufacturing, defense, workforce development, education, and government to strengthen American manufacturing and expand opportunities within the nation’s industrial base. 🏭
@SBA_Houston participated in the Greater Houston Business Procurement Forum to share SBA resources. 💼This month focused on “Doing Business with our Federal Agencies - Navigating the Maze of Federal Contracting,” helping #smallbiz access opps from federal agencies across #HTX. 📑
Will you be the next #SmallBusinessWeek award winner? 📅 Join us November 4 to learn how to submit YOUR #NSBW nomination: legacy.sba.gov/event/89339
Need inspo? Read the Success Story for the 2026 Houston Small Business Manufacturer of the Year: legacy.sba.gov/success-story…
@SBA_Houston District Director Mark Winchester reminds us of the importance of submitting a nomination for the 2027 National Small Business Week Awards! 🏆 Submit your #SmallBusinessWeek nominations by December 7 at 2pm CT! 📅
🔗LEARN MORE: sba.gov/nsbw
Cyber attacks cost the U.S. economy billions of dollars a year. 🔐Learn how to protect your business from threats: sba.gov/cybersecurity
#CybersecurityAwarenessMonth
SBA Houston District Office Director Mark Winchester had the honor of presenting @YezakS with its Freedom 250 certificate recognizing the company’s pledge to support American workers, entrepreneurship, and our nation’s future. 💼
#Freedom250 #SBA #HTX #Entrepreneurship
We participated in the @TexasEconDev Governor's Small Business Summit held in El Campo, TX. Winston Labbé moderated the Funding Your Future: Capital Resources for Business Growth panel. Panelists included @HouGalvAreaCog, The First State Bank, and a local #smallbiz owner. 💰
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National Veterans Small Business Week is just around the corner!
The celebration honors America's 1.6 million veteran-owned small businesses and the commitment to excellence, quality, and strength that defines veteran entrepreneurship.
Find events near you: sba.gov/nvsbw
#NVSBW26
ALT Poster for National Veterans Small Business Week. Features stripes and stars, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs seal, and text: "National Veterans Small Business Week, November 9-13, Honoring Veteran-Owned, American Made." Website: sba.gov/nvsbw.
Preparing for SBA Financing! Winston Labbé joined the @UHSBDC to lead anengaging workshop focused on helping small business owners understand SBA financing options and prepare for the lending process.
📢 Calling all #veterans and #vetspouses!
📅Check out our calendar for these upcoming events (legacy.sba.gov/events?distri…):
🪖 10.22.2026 | 10:00am-12:00pm CT | Business Information Session for Veterans
🪖10.29.2026 | 8:00am-4:45pm CT | Boots to Business Reboot with @SbdcShsu
Will you be the next #SmallBusinessWeek award winner? 📅 Join us October 20 to learn how to submit YOUR #NSBW nomination: legacy.sba.gov/event/89340
Need inspo? Read the Success Story for the 2026 Houston Rural Small Business Owner of the Year: legacy.sba.gov/success-story…
Join local Houston representatives from @SBA_Houston, @IRSsmallbiz, @USDOL, @USEEOC, and @ExportGov for a Federal Resource Panel Discussion!
Learn more🔗: legacy.sba.gov/event/85459
Join the upcoming Military Spouse Pathway to Business online course to get the foundational tools, resources, and community support you need to start your entrepreneurial journey.💼
🗓️ 10.22.2026 | 💻 Online
🔗 Learn more: sba.my.site.com/s/milspouse
On #NationalFarmersDay, we celebrate #rural businesses and American growers that keep America’s food supply strong and independent!🧑🧑🌾
Learn about resources to help rural businesses and farmers thrive: sba.gov/rural
ALT A farmer walking through a cornfield. The graphic includes text on a blue background: "National Farmer's Day, October 12, 2026," with the SBA seal at the bottom.
From sea to shining sea, small businesses power America’s economy 💪. Celebrate your contribution and our nation’s entrepreneurial spirit by signing the #Freedom250 pledge!
🖋️Sign the pledge today: sba.gov/freedom25
ALT Aerial view of a town with a church steeple and buildings at dusk. Large text overlays the image, reading "Sign the Freedom 250 Small Business Pledge." At the bottom, there is logo that includes the Freedom 250 and SBA seals.
Last week, we participated in the 2026 @AsianChamberHou Business Conference and Expo! Small business owners connected with resources and gained insights on business growth📈, technology💻, government regulations🏛️, and more.
