Governor Greg Abbott has announced that the next Governor’s Small Business Summit will take place in Eagle Pass on Thursday, September 11, 2025. The event is part of a series held across Texas throughout the year to provide support and resources for small business owners and entrepreneurs.
“Small businesses are the driving force behind Texas’ thriving economy,” said Governor Abbott. “With more than 3.5 million small businesses across Texas, employing nearly half of all working Texans, our state continues to lead in job creation and business expansion. I invite all small business owners and entrepreneurs to attend this Governor’s Small Business Summit or one in their region. Together, we will ensure that our small business community continues to thrive as we build a stronger, more prosperous Texas for generations to come.”
The summit in Eagle Pass will be held at the International Center for Trade from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. It aims to connect participants with local, state, and federal resource partners who can offer guidance on important business topics. Attendees will also have opportunities to network with other business owners and hear from experts offering practical advice.
Panel sessions scheduled for the event include discussions on scaling or selling a business, financing strategies, marketing insights, and an introduction to essential small business concepts. Joe Esparza, Commissioner Representing Employers at the Texas Workforce Commission, is listed as a featured speaker.
Registration costs $20 and covers access to all sessions, resource providers, lunch, and complimentary headshots. More information about registration can be found at gov.texas.gov/events.
Additional summits are planned for later in the year in Carthage (September 25), Denton (October 23), which will focus on women entrepreneurs, and Belton (November 13), which will focus on veterans.
The Governor’s Texas Economic Development & Tourism Office and Office of Small Business Assistance also offer online webinars covering resources for small businesses in Texas. On-demand recordings of past webinars are available at gov.texas.gov/business/page/small-business-webinars.
