Governor Abbott Announces Governor’s Small Business Summit In Pharr

TEXAS, July 30 - July 30, 2025 | Austin, Texas | Press Release

Governor Greg Abbott today announced the next 2025 Governor’s Small Business Summit will be held in Pharr on Thursday, August 7. Held throughout the year and in regions across the state, the Governor’s Small Business Summits aim to help Texas small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs succeed by connecting them with the resources and information needed to start, strengthen, and grow a business.
 
“Small businesses are the driving force behind Texas’ thriving economy,” said Governor Abbott. “With more than 3.3 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.”
 
The Governor's Small Business Summit — Pharr brings together local, state, and federal resource partners to provide key insights on critical business topics. The Summit also provides participants the opportunity to network with other business owners and meet experts who will share timely, relevant, and actionable advice on a multitude of small business topics.
 
Governor’s Small Business Summit — Pharr
Thursday, August 7, 2025 at 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
 
Jose “Pepe” Salinas Memorial Recreation Center
1011 W. Kelly Ave.
Pharr, TX 78577
 
Panel Session Topics:

• Stronger Together: Driving Success Through Collaboration
• Building Your Dream: A Conversation with Entrepreneurs
• Strategies for Growth: Leveraging State & Local Programs

 
Keynote Speaker: Sasha Levine, Executive Vice President of Levcor
 
Additional Speaker: Alberto Treviño, Commissioner Representing Labor, Texas Workforce Commission
 
Registration is $20 and includes access to all sessions, resource providers, lunch, and complimentary headshots. For more information and to register: gov.texas.gov/events.
 
Registration is also open for all upcoming 2025 Governor’s Small Business Summit locations: 
August 21: Big Lake
September 11: Eagle Pass
September 25: Carthage
October 9: Dalhart
October 23: Denton (Women-Focused Event)
November 13: Belton (Veteran-Focused Event)
 
The Governor’s Texas Economic Development & Tourism Office and Office of Small Business Assistance also host Governor’s Small Business Webinars to share information about resources for small businesses and entrepreneurs in Texas through an online format. To view on-demand recordings of past webinars, visit: gov.texas.gov/business/page/small-business-webinars.