Veterans and Small Businesses Gain Federal Contracting Insight at Pharr Global Business Hub
· Texas Border Business

The Pharr Economic Development Corporation, in collaboration with the UTRGV Entrepreneurship and Commercialization Center, the APEX Accelerator, and the U.S. Small Business Administration, launched a three-part Government Contracting Series at the Pharr Global Business Hub. The first session aimed to educate veterans and small business owners on federal contracting opportunities and certification programs. Presenters included Marivel Mata from UTRGV and Marcus Villagran from the SBA, who discussed the SBA 8(a) Business Development Program and federal procurement strategies. Future sessions will continue to support veterans and entrepreneurs in navigating government contracting processes.
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