Six communities. Four school districts. One connected region.
Six communities. Four school districts. One connected region.
FOR BUSINESSES · EAST HARRIS COUNTY
From your first business idea to your next regional partnership, find the people, practical tools and opportunities to move forward. Choose your goal and make your next connection.
Connect with other entrepreneurs, build practical skills and find guidance on funding, business planning and contracting.
Explore business growth →
Connect with workforce partners for recruiting, employee training and ways to introduce students to careers and industries.
Explore talent connections →
Turn your team’s time, skills and generosity into local impact through volunteering, matching gifts and workplace giving.
Find ways to engage →
Align your company’s goals with regional opportunity through the Corporate Impact Platform, sponsorships and strategic investment.
Explore corporate impact →
YOUR NEXT CHAPTER
You bring the ambition. Find connections, learning opportunities and practical resources for the next stage of your business. Explore first, then reach out when you want a hand.
Meet East Harris County entrepreneurs and stay connected to upcoming conferences, resources and opportunities for small business owners.
Join the EHCTX Business Network →
Find upcoming EHCEC business events and practical workshops on planning, marketing, finance and running your business. Check each listing for dates, registration and any costs.
Explore business advising, financing tools and government-contracting support. Start with the resources below and choose the help that fits your stage.
Explore business resources →
Tell EHCEC about your business, the challenge you are working through and the kind of connection you need. We can help identify a useful next step.
Connect with our team →
TOOLS YOU CAN USE
A useful starting point for your next move. Explore these provider resources directly—no EHCEC signup required. Each provider confirms its own eligibility, availability and terms.
UH Texas Gulf Coast SBDC · No-cost advising
Work through business planning, expansion and capital readiness with a business advisor. Start by requesting advising through the Houston Center.
Request SBDC advising ↗
U.S. Small Business Administration · Financing
Use Lender Match to connect with participating lenders. This is a lender-matching tool, not a grant or loan application. Financing is subject to lender review and terms.
Explore SBA Lender Match ↗
UH APEX Accelerator · No-cost advising
Learn how to sell your products or services to government. Get guidance on registration, researching opportunities and responding to solicitations.
Explore contracting support ↗
UH Texas Gulf Coast SBDC · Online learning
Browse live and recorded webinars covering marketing, finance, technology and business operations. Check each listing for registration and session details.
Explore business webinars ↗
