BakerRipley Entrepreneur Connection

⚽🏆 READY TO EXPERIENCE THE ENERGY OF A REAL PITCH COMPETITION?

As Houston prepares to host the FIFA World Cup 2026™, Verizon is bringing the competitive spirit of the world's biggest tournament to our local small business community!

Join us for **Giving Small Businesses the Home Field Advantage**, a special event where you'll watch some of the country's top entrepreneurs compete live in a high-energy pitch competition for a chance to win a **$20,000 grant** and a **VIP trip to the FIFA World Cup 2026™ Final**.

But this event isn't just for the competitors...

💡 If you've ever thought about participating in a pitch competition like IgniteHTX or Lánzate Houston, this is your chance to get a behind-the-scenes look at what it feels like.

You'll also have the opportunity to:
✅ Learn pitch techniques from experts during a live pitch coaching session
✅ See what makes a winning pitch
✅ Connect with entrepreneurs, community partners, and Verizon leadership
✅ Build relationships that could help grow your business

📅 Monday, June 22, 2026
⏰ 10:30 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 BakerRipley Central
4450 Harrisburg Blvd., Suite 103
Houston, TX 77011

Whether you're preparing for your first pitch competition or simply looking to sharpen your business skills, this is an opportunity you won't want to miss.

🚀 Come learn, connect, and get inspired by some of the best entrepreneurs in the country.

https://events.bizzabo.com/SuperPitchHouston

🤖 Curious about AI but not sure where to start?

You're not alone. Many entrepreneurs know AI can help their business, but they're not sure how to use it in a practical way.

Join us for this FREE Grow with Google workshop and learn how AI-powered tools can help you save time, improve customer experiences, and grow your business.

📈 Grow Your Business with AI Powered Tools
📅 Thursday, June 11
⏰ 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM CT
💻 Online

In this beginner-friendly session, you'll learn:
✅ What AI is and how it works
✅ How small businesses are using AI today
✅ Google AI tools that can improve productivity
✅ Ways to streamline tasks and work more efficiently
✅ How AI can help support business growth

The entrepreneurs who learn how to leverage AI today will have a major advantage tomorrow. 🚀

🎟️ Register here:
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/2ziHniOwSNuaq8hfce1JJw

🍽️ ¿Tienes un negocio de comida o sueñas con llevarlo al siguiente nivel?

La semana pasada tuvimos la oportunidad de compartir en Univision Contigo todos los detalles de La Cocina del Emprendedor, nuestro programa diseñado para ayudar a emprendedores de la industria de alimentos a fortalecer sus negocios, mejorar sus operaciones, desarrollar su marca y prepararse para crecer.

Ya seas dueño de un food truck, negocio desde casa, catering, repostería, meal prep, producto empacado, restaurante o incluso un mobile bar, este programa fue creado para ti.

🎥 Mira la entrevista aquí:
https://www.univision.com/local/houston-kxln/contigo/oportunidades-para-emprendedores-video

🚀 Las aplicaciones ya están abiertas:
https://bit.ly/Table2026

📅 Programa: Julio 21 – Agosto 20
📍 Memorial Assistance Ministries (MAM)
⚠️ Cupo limitado

¡No dejes pasar esta oportunidad de invertir en el crecimiento de tu negocio y conectar con expertos, recursos y otros emprendedores de la industria!

🚨 TOMORROW: FREE Workshop for Entrepreneurs!

Still confused about whether you should be an LLC, sole proprietor, or corporation? You’re not alone.

Your business structure impacts your:
💰 Taxes
🛡 Liability protection
📈 Future growth opportunities

Join us tomorrow for:

🏢 Choose the Right Business Structure (Without the Confusion)

Learn the basics directly through this educational workshop in collaboration with the Internal Revenue Service and walk away with more confidence about the direction of your business.

📅 Tomorrow – June 10 at noon
🎟 FREE Workshop
📍 Zoom

👉 Last chance to register! https://bit.ly/BRIRS26-4

🚀 ¿Tienes una idea de negocio o ya comenzaste a emprender y quieres llevar tu negocio al siguiente nivel?

Nuestros aliados de Houston City College (HCC) están ofreciendo la **Academia Empresarial para Latinos**, una serie de 5 módulos diseñada para ayudar a emprendedores a desarrollar las habilidades y conocimientos necesarios para iniciar, fortalecer y hacer crecer sus negocios.

📚 Temas incluidos:
✅ ¿Son lucrativas mis ideas de negocio?
✅ Despierta al emprendedor que llevas dentro
✅ Ventas y marketing para crecer
✅ Gestión de riesgos
✅ Finanzas para pequeñas empresas

📅 Del 10 de julio al 7 de agosto
⏰ Viernes | 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
📍 HCC Eastside Campus
6815 Rustic St., Houston, TX 77087

Esta es una excelente oportunidad para aprender de expertos, conectar con otros emprendedores y construir una base sólida para tu negocio.

¡Comparte esta información con alguien que esté listo para dar el siguiente paso en su camino empresarial! 💡✨

🔗 Más información e inscripciones: https://hcc.idloom.events/EMPRENDE26