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City of Beaumont – Transit Contracting Forum


Who’s participating:
City of Beaumont — Beaumont Transit • City of Port Arthur — Port Arthur Transit •
South East Texas Regional Planning Commission (SETRPC) • Other agencies invited

Who should attend:

- Certified DBEs and small businesses ready to prime or subcontract
- Firms exploring DBE certification (TUCP) and vendor registration
- Prime contractors seeking qualified DBE partners and suppliers

What to expect:

- Briefings on upcoming FTA-funded procurements and timelines
- How to do business with local transit agencies (registration, insurance, compliance)
- Meet-and-match networking with agency buyers and prime contractors
- DBE/TUCP and SAM/UEI guidance tables (information

City of Beaumont – Transit Contracting Forum FTA-Funded Opportunities • DBE Matchmaking & How-To City of Beaumont – Transit Contracting Forum   Who’s participating: City of Beaumon

DBEs & small businesses—your next transit contract could be here. THE CITY OF BEAUMONT – TRANSIT CONTRACTING FORUM- Join Beaumont Transit, Port Arthur Transit, and SETRPC for an FTA-funded opportunities forum + matchmaking. Sept 19, 1–3 PM, Lakeside Center.
Register at: https://goodwillepierre.com/event/beaumonttransitforum2025/

Who’s participating:
City of Beaumont — Beaumont Transit • City of Port Arthur — Port Arthur Transit •
South East Texas Regional Planning Commission (SETRPC) • Other agencies invited

Who should attend:

- Certified DBEs and small businesses ready to prime or subcontract
- Firms exploring DBE certification (TUCP) and vendor registration
- Prime contractors seeking qualified DBE partners and suppliers

What to expect:

- Briefings on upcoming FTA-funded procurements and timelines
- How to do business with local transit agencies (registration, insurance, compliance)
- Meet-and-match networking with agency buyers and prime contractors
- DBE/TUCP and SAM/UEI guidance tables (information

City of Beaumont – Transit Contracting Forum FTA-Funded Opportunities • DBE Matchmaking & How-To City of Beaumont – Transit Contracting Forum Who’s participating: City of Beaumon

When registering a trademark with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), one of the most critical and often misunderstood requirements is identifying two key dates: your date of first use anywhere and your date of first use in commerce.

Although these terms may sound similar, they serve very different legal purposes in the trademark registration process. Misunderstanding the difference can lead to errors in your application, delays, or worse, compromising your rights.

In this post, we’ll break down these two critical concepts and explain how to properly determine and document each.

What Is the “Date of First Use Anywhere”?

The date of first use anywhere is the very first time you use your trademark in connection with selling or advertising your goods or services—even if it’s just locally.
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Understanding the Difference Between “First Use Anywhere” and “First Use in Commerce” in U.S. Trademark Law When registering a trademark with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), one of the most critical and often misunderstood requirements is identi

Come join us at the Harris County Department of Education for an exciting event focused on capacity building for MWBEs in Harris County! This in-person event will bring together local businesses, Prime contractors, government officials, and community leaders to discuss strategies for progress and growth as well as Business Capacity. The event includes workshops, networking, and mentorship opportunities designed to equip MWBEs to secure and successfully manage contracts with prime contractors. Don't miss this opportunity to network, learn, and collaborate with fellow entrepreneurs and advocates. Let's work together to build a stronger, more inclusive community for all!

Thursday, April 17, 20259 AM- 4 PM
Harris County Department of Education
6300 Irvington Boulevard Houston, TX 77022
Network with top Prime contractors, government officials, and MWBE leaders.

Success in Business® presents Harris County Pathways to Prime MWBE Procurement Forum Powered by: Harris County DEEO Thursday April 17, 2025 Come join us at the Harris County Department of Education for an exciting event focused on capacity building for MWBEs in Harris County! Thi

AMAC Runway to Success is a “Shark Tank-style” progressive supplier pitch competition to spotlight suppliers of goods and services with the potential to support and enhance the airport concessions industry

The journey begins with Round 1: AMAC Chapter / Regional City Pitch Competitions. Winners will advance through subsequent rounds, culminating at the AMAC Airport Business Conference in New Orleans.

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AMAC Runway to Success : Get Your Business in Front of Airport Decision Makers – Apply by May 5! AMAC Runway to Success is a “Shark Tank-style” progressive supplier pitch competition to spotlight suppliers of goods and services with the potential to sup

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Join us for a powerful forum on achieving success in business and celebrating freedom to thrive this Juneteenth in Galveston!

Event Description
Success In Business® proudly presents the 4th Annual Galveston Juneteenth Freedom to Thrive Forum, an annual gathering of entrepreneurs, small business leaders, and change-makers committed to building economic opportunity in the spirit of liberation and legacy.

Held in Galveston, the sacred birthplace of Juneteenth, this dynamic forum honors the historic fight for freedom by advancing modern-day strategies for small business success. Join us for a full day of empowerment, procurement access, resource connections, and powerful conversations designed to elevate entrepreneurs and equip them for growth.

Whether you're a startup, an established business, or exploring government contracting and corporate partnerships, this forum offers the tools, community, and inspiration to thrive.

Success In Business® Galveston Juneteenth Freedom to Thrive Forum: Honoring the Past, Empowering the Future of Small Business in the Birthplace of Juneteenth Join us for a powerful forum on achieving success in business and celebrating freedom to thrive this Juneteenth in Galveston! Event Description Success

💼 Pathways to Prime MWBE Procurement Forum & Empowerment Workshops

📍 Harris County Department of Education – 6300 Irvington Blvd, Houston, TX

🗓️ Thursday, April 17, 2025 | 9 AM – 4 PM

🎟️ FREE — Only Onsite Registration Available

https://successinbusiness.org/
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Pathways to Prime- Introducing Forum #2 Panelist "Prime Success Stories" Lessons from MWBEs Who Became Primes 💼 Pathways to Prime MWBE Procurement Forum & Empowerment Workshops📍 Harris County Department of Education – 6300 Irvington Blvd, Houston, TX

https://youtu.be/lta9Fa4BgUU

The Honorable Adrian Garcia, Harris County Commissioner Commissioner, Precinct 2, encourages everyone to register for Harris County Pathways to Prime MWBE Procurement Form and Empowerment Workshops powered by the Harris County Department of Economic Equity and Opportunities.

💼 Pathways to Prime MWBE Procurement Forum & Empowerment Workshops

📍 Harris County Department of Education – 6300 Irvington Blvd, Houston, TX 🗓️ Thursday, April 17, 2025 | 9 AM – 4 PM

🎟️ FREE — Registration Required

👉 Register today: https://successinbusiness.org/
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Pre-registration closes at 5pm CST April 14, 2025 for the Success in Business® Pathways to Prime MWBE Procurement Forum and Empowerment Workshops powered by Harris County Department of Economic Equity and Opportunity https://youtu.be/lta9Fa4BgUUThe Honorable Adrian Garcia, Harris County Commissioner Commissioner, Precinct 2, encourages everyone to register for Harris Co