The McAllen Chamber of Commerce presents InnovationTX, a one-week intensive powered by Kauffman FastTrac®, helping early-stage founders and small business owners turn ideas into sustainable ventures. Over five in-person sessions (9 AM – 2:30 PM): Mon Nov 10 Tue Nov 11 Wed Nov 12 Thursday Nov 13 📍 Location: McAllen Chamber of Commerce, 1200 Ash Ave. ✅ Attendance at all sessions is required to complete the program. Participants will explore value proposition, market research, financial planning, compliance, and pitching. Guided by mentors and community experts! Still wondering if this program is for you? It’s designed for first-time founders, side-hustlers ready to grow, and small business owners looking for structure and clarity. Free for Chamber Members | Non-Members: $500 fee | Accepted applicants announced Nov 6. | Link to sign up: https://forms.gle/7zXom4zbeV1ZWwJ78 #InnovationTX #McAllenChamberofCommerce #KauffmanFastTrac

"We are at the right place at the right time. Across Texas, momentum is building. Our state is investing in innovation, expanding industry, and shaping what competitiveness will look like in the decade ahead," said Elizabeth Suarez, President & CEO McAllen Chamber of Commerce and McAllen Economic Development Corporation. She added, "Here in McAllen, we are ready: more aligned, more focused, and more capable than ever before. This board retreat was about understanding why this moment matters, where Texas is headed, and how McAllen is positioned to lead." Thanks to the State of Texas and City of McAllen TX Government leaders who joined us to discuss our shared future. It was an opportunity to look ahead, explore the possibilities before us, review next year’s program of work, and align around the goals and measures that will drive McAllen forward. The outcome was powerful. Our board left energized by the collaboration with our government and community partners, proud to share bold ideas for McAllen’s growth, and confident in the path forward as we strengthen McAllen EDC’s structure and align both organizations for greater impact. At the end of the day, we hope everyone left with three things: • A clear picture of where the McAllen Chamber and McAllen EDC are headed • A sense of ownership in helping us get there • Pride in what this team is accomplishing for our community

Thank you to everyone who joined us for this month’s 1 Million Cups McAllen. We had a great time hearing from our two incredible speakers — Bet from Hey Wago and Daniel from New Breed Wrestling. Your stories and insights truly inspired the audience and reminded us why entrepreneurship thrives in McAllen. A special thank-you to our Sponsor of the Month, Zoho, for supporting and helping make these community events possible. We hope everyone enjoyed connecting, sharing ideas, and leaving with new inspiration. See you at the next 1 Million Cups McAllen! #1MillionCups #McAllenChamber #Community #Innovation

🔥 Kickstart your Wednesday with inspiration, coffee, and community! 🚀 1 Million Cups McAllen is happening this Wednesday, October 8th at the McAllen Creative Incubator – and you won't want to miss it! 🎤 Featuring two incredible local innovators: 💡 Humberto Perez – HeyWAGO 💥 Daniel Valdez – New Breed Wrestling 📍 601 N. Main St, McAllen, TX ⏰ 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM Enjoy coffee and pastries sponsored by Zoho ☕🥐connect with fellow entrepreneurs, and get inspired by real stories of hustle, innovation, and local impact. Whether you're an entrepreneur, creative, or just curious — come fuel your morning with great conversation. See you there! #1millioncups #mcallenevents #McAllenChamber