Register Here: >\;>\; \;https://gov.texas.gov/business/event/governors-small-business-summit-nacogdoches
\nThe Governor'\;s Small Business Summit aims to help Texas small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs reach new heights by connecting them with the resources and information needed to start\, strengthen and grow a business. This event offers a variety of sessions bringing together local\, state and federal resource partners to provide key insights on critical business topics. It'\;s also an opportunity to network with other business owners and meet experts who will share timely\, relevant and actionable advice on a multitude of small business subjects. \;
September 3\, 2026 8:00 am &ndash\; 2:00 pm
\n\nThe Fredonia Hotel\, 200 N. Fredonia St.\, Nacogdoches\, TX 75961
\n\nPanel Sessions:
\n&bull\; Rooted &\; Resilient: Cultivating Long-Term Growth in East Texas
\n&bull\; Capital &\; Confidence: Navigating Funding\, Cash Flow and Financial Strategy
\n&bull\; The AI Advantage: Practical Strategies for Small Business Owners
\nKeynote: Bob &\; Kelli Phillips\, Former Hosts of Texas Country Reporter
\nThe Governor'\;s Small Business Summit &mdash\; Nacogdoches aims to help Texas small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs reach new heights by connecting them with the resources and information needed to start\, strengthen and grow a business. This event offers a variety of sessions bringing together local\, state and federal resource partners to provide key insights on critical business topics. It'\;s also an opportunity to network with other business owners and meet experts who will share timely\, relevant and actionable advice on a multitude of small business subjects.
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Brief Agenda:
\n8 - 9am: Resource Fair &\; Networking Hour
\n9 - 9:30am: Welcoming &\; Opening Remarks
\n9:45am - 1:35pm: Sessions\, Speakers &\; Lunch
\n1:35pm - 2pm: Closing
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The Governor'\;s Small Business Summit &mdash\; Nacogdoches is hosted in partnership with the Nacogdoches Economic Development Corporation and Texas Workforce Commission \;with contributions by the Nacogdoches County Chamber of Commerce.
\n\nRegistration is $20 and will include access to all sessions\, resource providers\, lunch and complimentary headshots. \;
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\nFeedback from Recent Governor'\;s Small Business Summits:
\n"\;I learned of many resources that can help my customers and veterans that I work with. [The Governor'\;s Small Business Summit] was very informative and organized. The panelists were very knowledgeable and helpful. The keynote speaker\, Vance Walker\, was very motivating and inspirational."\;
\n&ndash\; Small Business Summit Attendee in Copperas Cove (Veteran-Focused Event)
\n"\;The Governor&rsquo\;s Small Business Summit was informative\, inspiring and well organized. I appreciated the valuable resources\, knowledgeable speakers\, hands-on workshops and additional time to network with vendors. I look forward to attending future Summits!"\; \;
\n&ndash\; Small Business Summit Attendee in Midland
\n"\;The Summit was an excellent opportunity to learn about the many resources available in our community to support small businesses and entrepreneurs. It was also a great opportunity to network\, hear from fellow entrepreneurs and gain valuable information about growing a business\, accessing funding and finding the right support and resources. Thank you for bringing this event to Midland. Our community truly needed an opportunity like this\, and I hope to see the Summit return in the future!"\; \;
\n&ndash\; Small Business Summit Attendee in Midland
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\n\n\n LOCATION:The Fredonia Hotel & Convention Center 200 N. Fredonia St. Nacogdoches TX 75961 UID:e.1393.88050 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTAMP:20260829T055254Z URL:https://business.nacogdoches.org/events/details/governor-s-small-business-summit-in-nacogdoches-88050 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR