Pasadena Business Owners Can Attend Several Professional Development Events in June

Small Business Week wrapped up last week, but the events and opportunities available to local entrepreneurs are just getting started. The Pasadena Economic Development Corporation (PEDC) and other local organizations put together networking events, educational sessions, and other activities to support the small business community. This allows business owners to learn and grow from each other.

“Entrepreneurs solve countless problems throughout the day, and they often handle diverse tasks that require marketing, accounting, HR, and IT knowledge,” says Arturo Marquez, Director of Economic Development for the Pasadena EDC. “Our goal is to share resources that make day-to-day operations easier and help companies take steps to be stable and profitable.”

There are three exciting events coming up in June. See what’s happening in Pasadena, Texas, and make plans to attend these activities. 

Apply AI to Your Business with Grow with Google

Studies show that 68% of business owners are already using AI, but there are opportunities to use it more strategically throughout the day. On Thursday, June 4, Maria Elena Duron will lead a Grow with Google seminar on how to make AI work for you. This event is free to attend, but caps attendance at 50, so register early to save your spot. The Grow With Google session runs from 10:30 to 11:30 am at BakerRipley, 720 Fairmont Parkway.

This Grow with Google event focuses on practical applications for AI, with real-life examples for small businesses. The goal is for attendees to start using AI in their businesses, with the right skills and understanding to implement it effectively, saving time and money. This is a hands-on seminar where you can ask questions and develop a deep understanding of available tools. 

Enjoy Cafecito & Fútbol Networking Event

The Pasadena EDC and Visit Pasadena are hosting a special Cafecito & Network event on Tuesday, June 9, from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm at Out The Mud (OTM) Elite Gym, 925 Davis Street. Enjoy music and games at this soccer-themed get-together as America prepares to kick off the World Cup! This event is run in partnership with BakerRipley Pasadena Entrepreneurship Connection, Harris County Department of Economic Equity and Opportunity, LiftFund, San Jacinto College Small Business Development Center, and the SBA Houston District Office to provide small business owners with opportunities to network and learn about available resources.

This meet-up is also free, but please register in advance so PEDC knows how much coffee to supply. 

Attend the Governor’s Small Business Summit and Lunch

Spend a half day at the San Jacinto College CPET Building, 7901 Fairmont Pkwy, on Thursday, June 25, for the Governor’s Small Business Summit. This summit, led by the Texas Economic Development and Tourism Office, includes sessions that bring together local, state, and federal resource partners.

The event starts with networking in the morning, features a series of learning sessions, and ends with lunch in the early afternoon. The summit closes around 2 PM. The topics for the summit include:

• AI for Small Business
• The Power of Local Procurement
• Culture by Design: Building Workplaces That Thrive

The summit costs $20, and businesses are encouraged to register in advance. The registration fee includes all sessions, access to resource providers, lunch, and a complimentary headshot. 

Learn New Things and Meet Valuable Partners at Each Event  

Pasadena business owners can attend three important events in June for just $20. They can meet new people across the community, discover resources to grow their businesses, and learn new skills to work more effectively. Whether you attend all of these events or just one, commit to growing as an entrepreneur in June. If you never stop learning, you can continue discovering solutions and opportunities to grow your organization.

Follow the Pasadena EDC for more opportunities to network and learn. Contact us to discuss resources for business owners directly. We are happy to listen to your needs and help where we can.