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Dear Texas Small Businesses & Economic Development Partners,

Please join us in celebrating our brave and bold entrepreneurs as we kick off *Small Business Week in Texas [ [link removed] ]*, April 28 – May 4, 2024. 

Our great state’s small businesses all play a pivotal role in bolstering Texas as the nation’s leader in economic expansion — an accolade we don’t take for granted! In fact, thanks in large part to our small businesses, Texas has set record after record for total jobs and is recognized as the #1 state for job creation in 2023.

With nearly half of all working Texans being employed by small businesses, it is no question that Texas is the best state to start a business. We also celebrate Texas being one of our nation’s leaders in women-owned, minority-owned and veteran-owned businesses.

In addition to providing numerous resources to small- and medium-sized businesses — like the Governor's Small Business Resource Portal and regularly hosted Governor's Small Business Summits and Webinars — the Governor’s Office of Small Business Assistance celebrates and continuously advocates for Texas entrepreneurs during Small Business Week (and every week of the year).

Governor Greg Abbott shares a Small Business Week in Texas Proclamation [ [link removed] ] and a special message [ [link removed] ] as we recognize the mighty 3.2 million small businesses that make up the backbone of our economy.

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*Ready to join the celebration?
*Be sure to follow @TexasEconDev on all platforms for updates and resources as we place a spotlight on Small Business Week in Texas. You can additionally show your appreciation by:

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• Downloading the official Small Business Week in Texas badge [ [link removed] ] to use on all promotions.
• Use the hashtag #SmallBizWeekTexas in your social media posts.
• And most importantly, shop local — supporting your local small businesses in a direct way!



*Looking for resources?
*The Governor’s Office of Small Business Assistance offers a wealth of information and resources for small businesses and aspiring entrepreneurs needing assistance.

Take advantage:


* Visit the Governor’s Small Business Resource Portal [ [link removed] ] for a customized list of contacts to help start or grow your business.
* Attend one of the upcoming Governor’s Small Business Summits [ [link removed] ] in-person or watch playbacks of the Governor’s Small Business Webinars [ [link removed] ] for actionable information on a multitude of small business topics.
* Review the Governor’s Small Business Handbook [ [link removed] ] for guidance and assistance tailored towards those interested in developing or expanding their business.
* Check out the Texas Business Licenses & Permits Guide [ [link removed] ] for a list of required licenses and permits to operate a business in the state.
* Subscribe to the Governor’s Small Business Snapshot [ [link removed] ] for a must-read quarterly e-newsletter that offers a look into current small business topics, initiatives and resources throughout Texas.

As always, we encourage you to shop small and help us continue to celebrate Texas as the best state to start and run a business. Keep the momentum going by sharing this information with your network during Small Business Week and please do not hesitate to reach out to the Small Business Assistance Team at (512) 936-0100 or [email protected] for friendly assistance.

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Cheers to you for all you do for the great state of Texas! We wish you all a very happy and prosperous Small Business Week!

Sincerely,

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*Adriana Cruz*
"Executive Director"
Texas Economic Development & Tourism
Office of the Governor

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