Paris SBDC

06/08/2026

Don't miss your opportunity, only 2 days left!

Small business owners interested in competing are encouraged to submit an application by June 10. Additional details on eligibility, competition stages, and event programming can be found at http://www.sba.gov/freedom250.

The Patriot Pitch competition deadline is in 2 DAYS!

Don't miss this chance for your business to win a portion of the $1M cash prize pool.

Submit your pitch: https://www.sba.gov/freedom250

05/27/2026

*Last Day to Register*

Join the Paris SBDC at the NEW Greenville Chamber office to learn practical tips and strategies to help your business stand out and succeed on TikTok!

This is a NO-COST, bring your own lunch event-Learn how to grow your business, build your brand, and connect with your audience on TikTok!

Registration: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/yjjxmtp

We look forward to seeing you soon!

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we pause to remember and honor the heroes who gave their lives in service to our nation.

Our office will be closed on Monday, May 25, in observance of the holiday and will reopen Tuesday during normal business hours.

From all of us at the Paris SBDC, we wish everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day.

05/22/2026

**Upcoming Office Closure**

We will be closed Monday, May 25th in recognition of Memorial Day and we will reopen Tuesday, May 26th at 8am for our regularly scheduled office hours.

To view availability and/or to schedule an appointment, please visit our website:
https://www.parissbdc.org/

05/18/2026

There is still time to register for this NO COST training event!
See below for additional details!

Ready to grow your business on TikTok? 📱✨

Join us for a FREE SBDC Lunch & Learn Training and discover practical strategies to build your brand, connect with your audience, and stand out online using TikTok for business!

🗓 Thursday, May 28, 2026
⏰ 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 2500 Stonewall Street, 2nd Floor – Downtown Greenville, TX
🥪 Bring Your Own Lunch
💲 No Cost to Attend!

Whether you’re a small business owner, entrepreneur, or just getting started, this session will give you valuable tools to help your business grow through social media marketing.

🎟 Space is limited — reserve your spot today!
🔗 https://business.greenvillechamber.com/events/details/free-lunch-learn-training-tiktok-in-your-business-8709

05/07/2026

Serving Paris, TX and the wider community, Cover of Dusk is a small alternative clothing and accessories store with a big heart for independent brands. They stock a curated collection of men's, women's, and unisex items, focusing on unique and niche finds. Support small and discover your individual style at Cover of Dusk – your local alternative one-stop shop!
Cover of Dusk has grown to now have its own physical location as a vendor booth inside Happy Hoarders Antiques & More, located at 221 Bonham St. Paris, TX 75460.

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/coverofdusk
Instagram:
Website: http://www.coverofdusk.com

05/06/2026

The Book Nook on Main, nestled in the Courtyard at 218A MainStreet in Sulphur Springs, is a cozy place to read and relax, offering all genres of new books, book related items and that perfect gift for the book lover in your life— especially of that book lover is YOU!

05/05/2026

Navigating the Paris and Lamar County Real Estate market since 1981. Local agents who know the local market! Trust the experience that understands your community.

Website: https://www.c21exec-paris.com/

05/04/2026

🎉 It’s officially National Small Business Week! 🎉

At the Paris Small Business Development Center, we’re proud to kick off a week dedicated to celebrating the entrepreneurs who keep our communities thriving. 💼✨

Small businesses are the backbone of Texas, fueling local economies, creating jobs, and bringing unique character to towns across our region. Right here in Northeast Texas, our clients are making a meaningful impact in Lamar, Delta, Hunt, Hopkins, and Red River counties every single day.

Throughout this week, we’ll be highlighting some of our incredible clients who have allowed us to share their stories. These businesses represent the innovation, resilience, and dedication that define our local economy, and we’re honored to support them along the way.

Whether you’re a longtime business owner or just getting started, the Paris SBDC is here to help you grow, adapt, and succeed. Stay tuned all week as we celebrate the people behind the businesses that make our communities stronger. 💙

04/30/2026

*Employment Opportunity*

To complete the PJC Application for Employment and Disclosure Regarding Background Investigation Authorization, please visit the PJC web site at https://www.parisjc.edu/hr/jobs/index.php, click the links to complete and submit all forms and attach all required documents for all three links.

To learn more about the Paris SBDC, please visit our website:
https://www.parissbdc.org/

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