Ready to take your business to the next level? Join the BID Academy in McAllen!!
A hands-on training designed to strengthen your business and prepare you to pursue state contracting opportunities.
Hosted by Prairie View A&M University Extension in partnership with the McAllen Chamber of Commerce, this academy will help entrepreneurs build capacity through business planning, marketing, bookkeeping basics, access to capital, supplier/subcontracting opportunities, and understanding how to compete for government contracts — plus a Pitch Your Business contest and graduation!
📚 This is an 8-session academy, and your commitment is 8 days from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM to complete the program. Starts Tuesday March 3th, 2026
✅ Limited spots available. Don't miss your spot!
FREE Light Lunch!
Register Now: https://bit.ly/bid-academy-mcallen
The 2026 Jump Start Career Expo exceeded expectations in participation, attendance, and opportunities!
Congratulations to all who gained insight and new employment. Thank you employers and partners for all of your efforts.
The Jump Start Career Expo sponsors include: McAllen Chamber of Commerce , McAllen Economic Development Corporation , City of McAllen TX Government , South Texas Health System , Workforce Solutions , Texas Workforce Commission , Hidalgo County, Texas
McAllen Chamber of Commerce partner, South Texas Health System Children’s , invites you to take part in the 4th annual Eddie’s Safari Run, Saturday, March 7, 2026.
Gear up for a special adventure and demonstrate your physical fitness by participating in a safari run fit for all ages!
REGISTRATION DETAILS:
Register online at STHSActive.com.
Registration deadline: March 5, Noon
Registration is limited, so register early; online registration only
FEES:
2K: $15 early / $20 late
5K: $25 early / $30 late
All proceeds will benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities of South Texas.
Convocamos a estudiantes y egresados de preparatoria y universidad, veteranos, personas que buscan empleo o un nuevo rumbo profesional al Jump Start Career Expo. CONSEJOS Y QUÉ ESPERAR:
Regístrate en línea para agilizar tu entrada: wfsolutions.me/jumpstart
Lleva tu currículum — Workforce Solutions ofrece apoyo para elaborarlo.
Llega temprano al taller para buscadores de empleo: 8:20 a.m. – 8:45 a.m.
Aprovecha las fotografías profesionales gratuitas.
✅ Más de 200 empleadores
✅ Más de 10,000 oportunidades de empleo
✅ Entrevistas en el lugar
El Jump Start Career Expo es patrocinado por: McAllen Economic Development Corporation, McAllen Chamber of Commerce, City of McAllen, Hidalgo County, Texas, Workforce Solutions, Texas Workforce Commission and South Texas Health System
Jump Start Career Expo is 1 DAY AWAY! Save time at check-in by pre-registering now: wfsolutions.me/jumpstart
1. Bring a resume - Workforce Solutions offers resume building assistance
2. Come early for the job seeker workshop - 8:20 am - 8:45 am
3. Take advantage of free professional headshots.
✅Over 200 employers
✅10k+ jobs opportunities
✅On-site interviews
The Jump Start Career Expo is sponsored by: McAllen Chamber of Commerce McAllen Economic Development Corporation City of McAllen TX Government Texas Workforce Solutions Workforce Solutions, Hidalgo County, Texas and South Texas Health System
Pre-register now for Tuesday's Jump Start Career Expo and take advantage of South Texas' largest job fair!
TIPS & WHAT TO EXPECT:
1. Pre-register on line for faster check in: wfsolutions.me/jumpstart
2. Bring a resume - Workforce Solutions offers resume building assisstance
3. Come early for the job seeker workshop - 8:20 am - 8:45 am
4. Take advantage of free professional headshots.
✅Over 200 employers
✅10k+ jobs opportunities
✅On-site interviews
The Jump Start Career Expo is sponsored by: McAllen Chamber of Commerce ,McAllen Economic Development Corporation , City of McAllen TX Government ,Hidalgo County, Texas , Workforce Solutions , Texas Workforce Commission , and South Texas Health System
La Cámara de Comercio de McAllen, Desarrollo Económico de McAllen y la Ciudad de McAllen, Texas, presentan el 2.º MXLAN International Economic Summit.
El conferencista principal será el periodista galardonado y conductor de televisión, John Quiñones.
Reserve su mesa y forme parte de este evento dinámico y de gran impacto.
Para más información, puede comunicarse con Blanca Cárdenas
bcardenas@mcallenchamber.com | 956-682-2871
Sponsored by: City of McAllen TX Government McAllen Economic Development Corporation McAllen Chamber of Commerce
The McAllen Chamber of Commerce and McAllen Economic Development Corporation were honored to attend the 30th Anniversary Celebration of South Texas Health System Heart.
South Texas Health System Heart is celebrating three decades of excellence in cardiovascular care and the tremendous impact STHS Heart has had on the health and well-being of our community.
Congratulations to the entire STHS Heart team on this remarkable milestone!
South Texas Health System