Primary Department: Economic Equity and Opportunity
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Estella Gonzalez, Executive Director
Secondary Department: N/A
Secondary Department Head/Elected Official: N/A
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Financial Authorization
Project ID (if applicable): N/A
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): N/A
MWBE Contracted Goal (if applicable): N/A
MWBE Current Participation (if applicable): N/A
Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: N/A - Goal not applicable to request
Grant Indirect Costs Rate (if applicable): N/A
Justification for 0% Grant Indirect Costs Rate (if applicable): N/A - Not a grant item
Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request for approval to sponsor the Third Annual Latina Entrepreneurship Conference, hosted by Amigas Latinas & Friends Network, on Saturday, September 20, 2025, at a supporting sponsorship level of $2,000.
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Background and Discussion:
This free event is expected to convene over 200 Latina entrepreneurs for a day of empowerment, education, and networking. The programming will include keynote speakers, expert panels, and resources designed to strengthen Latina-led businesses and enhance their contributions to the local economy. This sponsorship directly aligns with DEEO's mission to advance economic opportunity and remove barriers for small businesses.
Expected Impact:
This event provides an excellent opportunity for community engagement. This involvement will facilitate connections with local businesses and support their economic growth.
Alternative Options:
Commissioners Court can choose not to approve this sponsorship; failure to approve the sponsorship will impact DEEO's ability to engage with this community of business and community leaders.
County Strategic Plan Goal: 3. Make our economy more inclusive.
County Strategic Plan Objective: J: Grow the number and size of MWBEs.
Justice/Safety Initiative (Goal 1): N/A
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