Mission EDC to host inaugural small business expo Sept. 16
Mission Economic Development Corporation will host the inaugural Mission Small Business Expo on Sept. 16 at Mission Event Center, with free admission, free parking and keynote speaker Andrew Davis.
The Mission Economic Development Corporation will host the inaugural Mission Small Business Expo on Wednesday, Sept. 16, at the Mission Event Center in Mission, Texas, according to Texas Border Business. The event is scheduled for 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 200 N. Shary Road, with free admission and parking.
The expo is intended to bring entrepreneurs, business owners and support organizations together for sessions, workshops, networking and business resources. Organizers say it is designed for companies and entrepreneurs at all stages of development.
Texas Border Business reported that about 60 Mission small businesses are expected to showcase products and services. The article also said thousands of people are expected to attend. The event will include exhibitors and the Ruby Red Ventures Pitch Competition, which gives entrepreneurs a chance to present business ideas and connect with the region's business community.
Andrew Davis, described by the outlet as an internationally recognized marketing speaker and bestselling author, will deliver the keynote. His presentation is titled “The Loyalty Loop” and focuses on customer experience and loyalty. Davis said, “Something big is coming to Mission, Texas,” and called it “The very first Mission Small Business Expo.”
The report said support organizations expected to participate include the U.S. Small Business Administration, UTRGV and workforce representatives. Lone Star National Bank is listed as the inaugural title sponsor. Mission EDC says its work focuses on job creation, capital investment, workforce development and entrepreneurship, and Texas Border Business previously reported that the organization provides resources, mentorship and funding programs for companies and entrepreneurs.
The article said Davis plans to highlight six small actions businesses can take to turn existing customers into new business. It also quoted him saying, “We spend a lot of time telling our customers how different we are.” He added, “One day, endless opportunities,” and, “I’ll see you September 16th in Mission, Texas, because your mission starts here.”
The expo is scheduled to take place Sept. 16 at Mission Event Center, where organizers say businesses, sponsors and community partners will meet for the daylong event.
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