UTSA Small Business Development Center

UTSA Small Business Development Center We are a leading economic development network recognized for excellence in service to the small busi

Provide business advising and workshops to entrepreneurs in Bexar County and ten surrounding counties.

06/09/2026

Trainings next week - UTSA SBDC:

Virtual QuickBooks Online Class - Webinar via Zoom - 3 day course - 6/16, 6/17, 6/18/2026
Date/Time:
Session #1 - 6/16/2026 from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM (CDT)
Session #2 - 6/17/2026 from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM (CDT)
Session #3 - 6/18/2026 from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM (CDT)
Fee: $150.00 per person
Register: https://utsa.ecenterdirect.com/events/43725

Building a Ready-to-Buy Audience on Social Media - Webinar via Zoom
Date: 6/16/2026
Time: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM (CDT)
Fee: $25.00 per person
Register: https://utsa.ecenterdirect.com/events/43376

Start Smart - Webinar via Zoom
Date: 6/17/2026
Time: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM (CDT)
No fee to attend
Register: https://utsa.ecenterdirect.com/events/43884

Marketing Research - How to find business opportunities for your company in the public and private sectors - Webinar via Zoom
Date: 6/18/2026
Time: 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM (CDT)
No fee to attend
Register: https://utsa.ecenterdirect.com/events/43166

06/03/2026

Trainings next week – UTSA SBDC:

Start Smart - Webinar via Zoom
Date: 06/09/2026
Time: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM (CDT)
No fee to attend
Register: https://utsa.ecenterdirect.com/events/43825

Starting Steps for Maximum Brand Impact on Social Media - Webinar via Zoom
Date: 06/09/2026
Time: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM (CDT)
Fee: $25.00
Register: https://utsa.ecenterdirect.com/events/43375

Social Media Essentials: Build, Grow, Convert - Webinar via Zoom - Full Series (6/9, 6/16, 6/23, 6/30/2026)
Date: 06/09/2026, 06/16/2026, 06/23/2026, 06/30/2026
Time: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM (CDT) each day
Fee: $100.00
Register: https://utsa.ecenterdirect.com/events/43374

Building Strong Credit - Webinar via Zoom - PNC Bank
Date: 6/10/2026
Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM (CDT)
No fee to attend
Register: https://utsa.ecenterdirect.com/events/43642

Commercial Insurance 101 - Webinar via Zoom
Date: 6/11/2026
Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM (CDT)
No fee to attend
Register: https://utsa.ecenterdirect.com/events/43404

05/26/2026

Trainings next week – UTSA SBDC:

Bookkeeping Basics - Webinar via Zoom - 2 day course - 6/2/2026, 6/3/2026
Date: 06/02/2026, 06/03/2026
Time: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM (CDT) each day
Fee: $100.00
Register: https://utsa.ecenterdirect.com/events/43724

Money Matters: A Guide to Getting a Business Loan - Webinar via Zoom - PNC Bank
Date: 06/03/20026
Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM (CDT)
No fee to attend
Register: https://utsa.ecenterdirect.com/events/43641

How to Fund Your Business in This Changing Economy - Webinar via Zoom
Date: 06/04/2026
Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM (CDT)
No fee to attend
Register: https://utsa.ecenterdirect.com/events/43411

The 2026 SBA Small Business Week Awards brought together entrepreneurs, lenders, community leaders, and business advocat...
05/13/2026

The 2026 SBA Small Business Week Awards brought together entrepreneurs, lenders, community leaders, and business advocates from across the San Antonio district for a day of celebration, networking, and inspiration.

Hosted by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) San Antonio District Office, the Texas South-West SBDC Network, and the UTSA SBDC, the event highlighted the strength and impact of the region’s small business community.

Featured Breakout Session
Leadership expert Noble Frank Lisenbee led the featured breakout session on Leadership & Management, sharing valuable insights on leadership development, organizational growth, and effective team management.

2026 SBA Award Winners
(Listed in alphabetical order by winner name)
• Alex Demkov & Agham Posadas — Small Business Manufacturer of the Year | La Luce Crystal and Glass
• Andres Echavarria — Young Entrepreneur of the Year | Takitos Con Sabor LLC
• Capital CDC / Thomas Braasch — 504 Lender of the Year
• Carleton Smith — SCORE Mentor of the Year
• Charlie Agar — Rural Small Business of the Year | Charlie Bee, LLC
• City of San Antonio Economic Development Department — Small Business Champion of the Year
• Jacob & Stephanie Arocha — Small Business Persons of the Year | JLA Communications, LLC
• Jason Meza — Small Business Media Advocate of the Year | Better Business Bureau
• Jennifer Delgado — 8(a) Graduate of the Year | Stability Staffing and Consulting LLC
• Joseph Lukowski — Veteran-Owned Small Business of the Year | Laredo Technical Services, Inc.
• Justin Hyatt — Blue-Collar Small Business of the Year | G Hyatt Construction, Inc.
• Krystal Loyd / Huntington National Bank — 7(a) Lender of the Year
• Lisha Garcia — SBDC State Star Advisor of the Year
• Linsey Lindberg — Woman-Owned Small Business of the Year | Artisan Oddities Entertainment
• Martha Valadez — Family-Owned Small Business of the Year | Got It Covered Events LLC/Green Haven Industries
• Richard Stivers — SCORE Mentor of the Year
• Texas State University Small Business Development Center — Small Business Development Center Excellence and Innovation Award

Networking Sponsors
• Broadway Bank
• City of San Antonio Economic Development Department
• Frost
• Amegy Bank
• Wallis Bank
• Security Service Federal Credit Union
• Launch SA
• Capital CDC

Reserved Table Sponsors
• CTAGGL
• Huntington National Bank
• JLA Communications, LLC
• Laredo Technical Services, Inc.
• Stability Staffing and Consulting LLC
• Texas South-West SBDC Network

The event reflected the strength, innovation, and collaboration of the small business community and celebrated the entrepreneurs and organizations driving economic growth across the region.

Interested in Sponsoring Next Year’s Event?
For sponsorship opportunities for the 2027 SBA Small Business Week Awards, please contact:

Richard Sifuentes
UTSA SBDC
210-459-2744
[email protected]

Photo by: Crystal Creek Photography

The UTSA Small Business Development Center is here for YOU as you start or grow your small business.Through the UTSA Sma...
05/13/2026

The UTSA Small Business Development Center is here for YOU as you start or grow your small business.

Through the UTSA Small Business Development Center, you have access to:

• One-on-one, confidential business advising
• A professional referral network
• Valuable training sessions

Schedule YOUR no-cost advising appointment today!

To schedule an appointment, call:
210-458-2460

Photo by: Crystal Creek Photography

05/06/2026

Summer Seasonal Sessions - UTSA SBDC:

Nuts and Bolts to Hiring Summer Help - Webinar via Zoom
Date: 5/15/2026
Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM (CDT)
No fee to attend
Register: https://utsa.ecenterdirect.com/events/43670

Nuts and Bolts to Hiring Summer Help - Webinar via Zoom
Date: 5/20/2026
Time: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM (CDT)
No fee to attend
Register: https://utsa.ecenterdirect.com/events/43669

Don’t Sweat It: Preventing Heat Injuries on the Job - Webinar via Zoom
Date: 5/27/2026
Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM (CDT)
No fee to attend
Register: https://utsa.ecenterdirect.com/events/43529

05/06/2026

Join us for two live, instructor-led webinars designed to help small business owners and entrepreneurs better understand their numbers and improve their financial processes.

These sessions are not recorded, so you’ll want to attend live to get the full value.

Bookkeeping Basics (2-Day Webinar) – June 2 & 3 | 1:00–3:00 PM CT

Cost: $100 per person

Learn the core concepts you need to keep accurate, organized financial records:

How journal entries work and when to use them
How to set up and structure your chart of accounts
How to classify vendors and keep clean records
The difference between debits and credits
Simple ways to record transactions
How to choose the right bookkeeping system
How to use reports to make informed decisions

Register here: https://utsa.ecenterdirect.com/events/43724

QuickBooks Online (3-Day Webinar) – June 16–18 | 9:00–11:00 AM CT

Cost: $150 per person

Get hands-on experience with QuickBooks Online and learn how to use it effectively:

How to set up and navigate QuickBooks Online
How to organize customers, vendors, and accounts
How to enter and manage transactions
How to use bank feeds and complete reconciliations
How to understand transaction flow
How to run, customize, and interpret reports
How to identify errors and use data to guide decisions

Register here: https://utsa.ecenterdirect.com/events/43725

Both sessions are delivered live via Zoom by David B. Plemons, CPA, Inc. Access details will be emailed to registered participants prior to each session.

If you want clearer financial visibility and more control over your business decisions, these sessions will give you the practical foundation to get there.

04/30/2026

Office Update & Contact Information

Effective April 1, 2026, the UTSA SBDC office has relocated. During this transition, our team is operating remotely, with virtual and offsite services expected to continue through mid-June.

For assistance, please use the following contact information:

UTSA SBDC Office: (210) 458-2460
SPARK Small Business Center: (830) 358-7273

Please note:

The SPARK Small Business Center is not relocating and will remain at its current location:
940 W. San Antonio St., Suite A
New Braunfels, TX 78130

If you reach voicemail when calling either office, it means our team is currently assisting another client. Please leave a voicemail with your name, phone number, and reason for calling—this is required for us to return your call. We will follow up as soon as possible during business hours, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Central Time.

Thank you for your patience, understanding, and continued support during this transition.

04/27/2026

Start Smart- Webinar via Zoom
Date: 05/13/20026
Time: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM (CDT)
No fee to attend
Register: https://utsa.ecenterdirect.com/events/43645

Nuts and Bolts to Hiring Summer Help- Webinar via Zoom
Date: 05/15/2026
Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM (CDT)
No fee to attend
Register: https://utsa.ecenterdirect.com/events/43670

Not the Same Old Shhh: Be Wowed By Your Public Library’s Business Resources - Webinar via Zoom
Date: 05/18/2026
Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM (CDT)
No fee to attend
Register: https://utsa.ecenterdirect.com/events/43604

Trademark Basics: What Every Small Business Should Know Now With The USPTO Office - Webinar via Zoom
Date: 05/18/2026
Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM (CDT)
No fee to attend
Register: https://utsa.ecenterdirect.com/events/43613

Small Biz Building – How To Work With a Bank - Webinar via Zoom
Date: 05/18/2026
Time: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM (CDT)
No fee to attend
Register: https://utsa.ecenterdirect.com/events/43647

Cyber Liability. What’s The Point? - Webinar via Zoom
Date: 05/19/2026
Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM (CDT)
No fee to attend
Register:https://utsa.ecenterdirect.com/events/43415

Marketing Research - How To Find Business Opportunities For Your Company In The Public and Private Sectors - Webinar via Zoom
Date: 05/19/2026
Time: 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM (CDT)
No fee to attend
Register: https://utsa.ecenterdirect.com/events/43533

Developing a Business Plan - Webinar via Zoom - PNC Bank
Date: 05/20/2026
Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM (CDT)
No fee to attend
Register: https://utsa.ecenterdirect.com/events/43640

Nuts and Bolts to Hiring Summer Help - Webinar via Zoom
Date: 05/20/2026
Time: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM (CDT)
No fee to attend
Register: https://utsa.ecenterdirect.com/events/43669

Start Smart - Webinar via Zoom
Date: 05/26/2026
Time: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM (CDT)
No fee to attend
Register: https://utsa.ecenterdirect.com/events/43769

Stop Guessing at Your Marketing: The Simple Framework to Know What to Do, What to Drop, and How to Decide - Webinar via Zoom
Date: 05/26/2026
Time: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM (CDT)
No fee to attend
Register: https://utsa.ecenterdirect.com/events/43470

Don't Sweat It: Preventing Heat Injuries On The Job - Webinar via Zoom
Date: 05/27/2026
Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM (CDT)
No fee to attend
Register: https://utsa.ecenterdirect.com/events/43529

Strength Training for Busy Brains - Webinar via Zoom
Date: 05/27/2026
Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM (CDT)
No fee to attend
Register: https://utsa.ecenterdirect.com/events/43534

Your First Business Website: What to Include, What to Avoid, and How to Convert Visitors - Webinar via Zoom
Date: 05/28/2026
Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM (CDT)
No fee to attend
Register: https://utsa.ecenterdirect.com/events/43465

AI for the One-Person Marketing Team: How to Plan, Write & Optimize Faster- Webinar via Zoom
Date: 05/29/2026
Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM (CDT)
No fee to attend
Register: https://utsa.ecenterdirect.com/events/43466

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Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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