THE BECK SCHOOL OF CONSTRUCTION The Beck Group, Dallas County and the City of Dallas are excited to announce the second year of partnership with the Beck School of Construction in Dallas County. The program strengthens working relationships with the small, minority, and women-owned businesses (SMWBE) in the North Texas Region....
**Note: Applicants must meet the approved underwriting criteria** The South Dallas community is experiencing development and redevelopment at an accelerating pace. Numerous projects that expand the business base and improve the neighborhood’s vibrancy are already underway or are planned for the community. The purpose of the South Dallas/Fair Park Opportunity Fund (Opportunity...
It is the policy of the City of Dallas to involve certified Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprises (M/WBEs) to the greatest extent feasible on the City's construction, general services, and professional services contracts. It is the policy of the City of Dallas to encourage the growth and development of M/WBEs...
This resource hub will help enable the short-term recovery of our economy and ensure our continued prosperity.
After a year-long hiatus, the B.R.A.I.N. blog is back. Just a brief introduction, my name is Mike and I just got off the boat, well maybe an airplane, and I am working with a great team here on the 5th floor at the Dallas Public Library to provide help to...
Summer heat is almost upon us, though the recent temperatures may have caused you to think otherwise. Now is a good time to stay in & research the start of your business. “Research?” you ask. Yes, research. Many entrepreneurial experts list “research” as being in the top 10, or even...
Continue reading for a closer look as to why Dallas is a great place to launch your small business. Find resources for getting started by using the Dallas BRAIN's network of resource partners.
Don't miss out on the 4th annual Dallas Startup Week from April 2nd through April 6th. This free, 5-day celebration of the entrepreneurial community will include panel discussions, networking events, mentoring opportunities and more.
Prepare yourself for entrepreneurship. Continue reading to understand how to evaluate your own skills as well as resources for helping you develop those skills that will help you launch your business.
Interested in starting your own business, but don't know where to start? Join the Dallas B.R.A.I.N.'s six part workshop series to understand business basics that will cover the following topics: proof of concept, market research, business plans, sales and marketing strategy, legal and financial statements as well as leadership development.
