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TAMACC E-News: Tuesday, February 25, 2025     Applications Open for Leadership Tejas: Elevate Your Leadership to the Next Level   Hispanic professionals looking to refine and expand their leadership skills now have an exciting opportunity—applications are open for the prestigious Leadership Tejas program. Designed for individuals who have already demonstrated leadership potential and career success, this program offers an advanced learning experience to enhance leadership capabilities and expand influence.   Leadership Tejas goes beyond the basics, providing expert-led training, peer collaboration, and real-world leadership challenges to sharpen decision-making, strategic thinking, and community impact. Through interactive workshops, mentorship, and networking with accomplished leaders, participants will gain the insights and skills needed to take their leadership to the next level.   “This program is for leaders ready to elevate their impact,” said J.R. Gonzales, program director of Leadership Tejas. “We focus on sharpening the skills of those who already have a strong foundation in leadership and want to grow further.”   Why Apply?   ·     Advanced Leadership Training: Build on your existing leadership skills with high-level strategies and insights. ·     Exclusive Networking: Connect with a select group of experienced professionals and influential leaders. ·     Community & Organizational Impact: Develop the tools to drive meaningful change in your field and beyond.   Applications are now open and must be submitted by March 14, 2025. Since spots are limited and the demand is high, interested candidates are encouraged to apply soon.   For more details and to apply, visit https://tamacc.org/leadership-tejas/.   A fun video of the Inagural Class (the guinea pigs) is a snipet of what goes on during Leadership Tejas. Towards the end, yes, someone is being rescued from the Rio Grande River - one of our leaders. Enjoy the Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3YQGAXSaY6U   Take the next step in your leadership journey—apply today to join Leadership Tejas!       Statewide Unity Summit to Tackle Higher Education Challenges in Texas   Austin, TX – On Saturday, March 1, 2025, students, educators, policymakers, and community advocates from across Texas will gather at Austin Community College’s Rio Grande Campus for a pivotal event—the Statewide Unity Summit on Higher Education, hosted by For the Love of Texas (FLOT).   Running from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, the summit aims to address pressing issues in higher education, including free speech, faculty, and student rights, and the future of academic freedom in Texas. Kicking off the event, members of the Texas Legislature and community leaders will share insights and strategies on safeguarding the right to learn and fostering an open, non-partisan academic environment.   This free Unity Summit includes a complimentary breakfast and lunch for all registered attendees.   Following the opening remarks, attendees will have the opportunity to participate in engaging breakout sessions, where they will gain practical tools to advocate for higher education policies that ensure fairness and accessibility for all Texans. The summit seeks to mobilize a unified front in response to legislative challenges affecting students and educators across the state.   “With higher education in Texas facing unprecedented challenges, this summit is a crucial moment for all of us to come together and take action,” said Dr. Angela Valenzuela. “We encourage everyone who cares about the future of education in Texas to attend.”   The event is expected to draw a large and passionate crowd ready to launch a coordinated campaign in favor of just and equitable policies for higher education. The summit will conclude with a final discussion session to reinforce key takeaways and strategies for moving forward.   Don’t miss this opportunity to make your voice heard. Secure your spot today by registering at fortheloveoftexas.org.       Central Texas Learning Festival   The Central Texas Learning Festival is for learners of all ages and includes a wide range of interactive workshops, engaging exhibits, resource fairs, and many other great learning experiences throughout the area. Economic Growth Business Incubator (EGBI) is proud to participate in the Learning Festival in Central Texas.    There is no cost to participate in the workshops or exhibits of the learning fair throughout Central Texas.   Are you ready to unlock your creativity and solve challenges for your business? Join us for a learning session on Design Thinking for Entrepreneurs, where you’ll discover how to think like a designer and innovate like an entrepreneur.   What You Will Learn:   ·     The five phases of the Design Thinking process ·     How to identify your audience and understand what makes them tick ·     Techniques to empathize with your potential customers and pinpoint their challenges ·     Strategies to brainstorm and test creative solutions tailored to your business needs   This interactive workshop, part of the Grow with Google program, is designed to help entrepreneurs build meaningful connections with their audiences and craft impactful solutions. A light lunch will be provided.  Simultaneous interpretation will be available for Spanish speakers.   For More Information and to Register       Procurement Excellence Boot Camp   Through the development of the Procurement Excellence Boot Camp, the El Paso Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and the City of El Paso intend to develop local and regional entrepreneurs into contractors that understand commercial, local, state and federal contracting and to use that to scale and grow their businesses through these avenues. Our goal is to help local businesses identify, bid on, and win commercial and government contracts! Attendees from all 6 cohorts will receive a certificate of completion and guidance on creating an effective capability statement. There will be two different cohorts running simultaneously, Basic and Advanced Contracting.   Who Should Attend? Owners, Project Managers, or Business Development Specialists. Sessions will include all training materials. Snacks & refreshments will be provided.   Basic and Advanced Government Contracting Sessions Each Featuring 6 Training Sessions per Cohort Sessions are In-Person and Zoom   For More Information and to Register         TAMACC | (512) 444-5727 | Website | Podcast