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E-Newsletter | March 8, 2022
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Chamber Events and Announcements
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Today is International Women’s Day. We celebrate and salute all women leaders who’ve made an impact in our society. The @Asian Chamber of Commerce Houston (ACC) celebrates all the women business leaders in our community who’ve been trailblazers in our history and we applaud them for their accomplishments.
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LEADING HOUSTON’S ECONOMIC GROWTH & SUPPORT FOR SMALL BUSINESSES
Hear Mayor Sylvester Turner speak on the landscape of Houston and building resilience within your business. He will share Houston’s support for the economic growth of small businesses in Houston. Please join us at this wonderful luncheon and network among the Asian Business community we serve.
The Westin Galleria Houston
5060 W. Alabama
Houston, TX 77056
Friday, March 25 | 11am – 1pm
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The 2022 Asian Chamber Golf Tournament
This is a unique networking opportunity for local businesses to build positive relationships with our members and the Asian community. Businesses are encouraged to participate and support the educational programs offered through the Asian Chamber Foundation.
Monday, April 18 (Shotgun Start – 8:00am)
Blackhorse Golf Club
12205 Fry Road, Cypress, TX 77433
Our purpose is to bring together like-minded business owners and leaders in order to network with each other through a round of golf. We will be raising awareness of the Asian Chamber Foundation which supports educational programing towards our future business leaders in Houston. Take time to compete and support what we are doing to educate our community and future leaders.
Register Individually or a Team of 4 at:
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All funds raised from the tournament will further the work and mission of the Asian Chamber Foundation, a nonprofit organization, recognized by the IRS as a tax-exempt organization under Sec. 501 © (3) of Internal Revenue Code
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The Asian Chamber of Commerce wants to help your business WIN BIDS by enrolling in our upcoming Supplier Diversity Academy. Join the program and learn how buyers look for diverse suppliers who represent women-owned and/or minority-owned businesses. Be coached by decision makers from mayor corporations and the public sector in researching bids, learning the application process, and how to knock out a winning presentation. Use this opportunity to network and be seen by potential buyers through the Academy!
Past Speakers from:
- Shell, H-E-B, Chase, Port Houston, Metro and Lone Star College and more
Topics Covered:
- Certification
- Where to Find bids/opportunities
- How to Apply
- How to Have a Winning Presentation
- How to Negotiate
In Person Kickoff will take place Friday, April 1, 11:00am – 1:00pm
Assignments will be self-paced through our online learning platform
FEES – $200 – Will be collected after approval into the Academy
* FREE for ACC Bronze members and higher
Register to the Academy:
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BUSINESS RESOURCES AND PARTNER EVENTS
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Every home in the U.S. is now eligible to order 2 sets of 4 free at-home tests. If you already ordered your first set, order a second today.
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Get free at-home COVID-19 tests
Every home in the U.S. is now eligible to order 2 sets of 4 free at-home tests. If you already ordered your first set, order a second today.
COVIDtests.gov is up and running early to help prepare for the full launch tomorrow. There are tests for every residential address in the U.S.
Order your tests now so you have them when you need them.
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White House is excited to announce the Infrastructure School: Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Guidebook Webinar Series!
With the signing of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law in mid-November, President Biden marked a new era of building a better America together. The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law is historic in its size – the largest ever investments in broadband, rail and transit, clean energy, and water, just to name a few – as well as the breadth of programs and sectors included in the law. Implementing the largest investment in our nation’s infrastructure in generations will require deep partnership alongside Members of Congress, Governors, Mayors, Tribal leaders, local officials, and community members.
Our goal is for you—communities all across America—to take full advantage of the opportunity this new funding presents.
To help partners better understand the programs within the guidebook, we’re launching, Infrastructure School, a series twelve webinars over the coming weeks that will provide an in-depth look into the programs contained within each of the twelve major chapters in the guidebook.
The Biden-Harris Administration remains committed to building a better America– creating good middle-class jobs, supporting disadvantaged and underserved communities, advancing climate resilience and sustainability, and investing in American manufacturers. It is our hope this resource is another step forward in our work together to build a better America.
Please see the below for the full schedule. Registration links for the February sessions are below and registration links for the March sessions will be available later this month.
· Tuesday, March 8, 2022 at 4pm-5pm ET: Safety
· Thursday, March 10, 2022 at 4pm- 5pm ET: Clean Energy and Power
· Tuesday, March 15, 2022 at 4pm-5pm ET: Water
· Thursday, March 17, 2022 at 4pm- 5pm ET: Resilience
· Tuesday, March 22, 2022 at 4pm-5pm ET: Environmental Remediation
· Thursday, March 24, 2022 at 4pm- 5pm ET: Broadband
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Nine years ago, H-E-B introduced an exciting program called H-E-B “Quest for Texas Best,” which is an opportunity for local, small, women and minority food, beverage and non-food suppliers to have their items considered for our shelves. The top finalists have a chance to win substantial prize money for finishing in the top four. I’m happy to say that many of the entrants’, finalists’ and winners’ products have been placed on H-E-B shelves to date and are building sales momentum.
Since launching the contest in 2014, H-E-B has reviewed more than 4,500 samples of the most creative and mouthwatering Texas-made food and beverages, deemed more than 750 unique products worthy of shelf placement and awarded nearly $1 million in prize money, marketing, supplemental support, and mentoring.
The open solicitation for product ideas will start on February 23rd through April 7th, 2022 at 4:59:59 p.m.
Interested food and beverage suppliers will have a chance to use our online portal to submit their exciting products and creative ideas. Like the past eight years, H-E-B Business Development Managers will cull through the entries. The top finalists will present to a panel of judges, who will determine the Grand prize, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners, which is slated for the August timeframe.
We are asking you to share this opportunity with your members and stakeholders on your website and in your marketing venues.
Register for Informational Meeting on February 23, 10:00 – 11:30 A.M., click here.
Register for Informational Meeting on March 24, 1:00 – 2:30 P.M., click here
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Get Your COVID-19 Vaccination Today!
HOPE Clinic offers Monday to Friday COVID-19 vaccination at our HOPE Main location 7001 Corporate Dr. STE 133, Houston, TX 77036 in heart of Asiatown. Call ahead to book (713)773-0803 or just walk in Monday to Friday 9AM to 4PM.
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Changes Regarding Terminal Access at IAH
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In Summary
- Arrive early for you departures due to new terminal construction
- There are NO pickups or drop offs at Terminal E
- While flights continue to arrive and depart from Terminal E, all passenger pickups and drop offs can only occur at Terminals A, B, C, or D. You must take the skyway or subway to other terminals.
- If you are picking someone up, use the cell phone lot and wait for a call
With the closing of the Terminal E arrivals curbside.
After Jan. 11, international arriving passengers and those picking them up should be
aware of the following:
- Pickup by private vehicles or Rideshare companies will be at the new South Terminal Rd. Arrivals Curbside.
- Parking, Rental Car and Hotel Shuttles will not have access to Terminal E. Passengers will need to go to Terminal D, C, B or A to access shuttle services.
- You can get to Terminal D by going down the escalator and crossing the walkway to Terminal D. Elevators will be out of service.
- For individuals with overburdened and accessibility-challenged passengers, special shuttle services will be available at the new South Terminal Rd. Arrivals Curbside. This shuttle will loop around all five terminals at Bush Airport.
The new curbside pick-up area for international arrivals is necessary as the demolition of the
Terminal
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