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SUMMARY:How To Do Business with GHBC's Pinnacle Awards
DESCRIPTION:Learn. Prepare. Win.\nInterested in becoming a vendor for one of Houston’s premier celebrations of Black business excellence? Join the Greater Houston Black Chamber for a FREE informative session designed to help businesses successfully navigate the 2026 Pinnacle Awards procurement process. Whether you’re interested in the Pinnacle VIP Reception or the 29th Annual Pinnacle Awards Gala\, this session will walk you through everything you need to know to submit a competitive proposal. \nDuring this session\, you’ll learn:\n\nAvailable RFP opportunities for both Pinnacle events\nEvent expectations\, timelines\, and vendor requirements\nHow to submit a strong RFP proposal\nProcurement policies and selection process\nTips for first-time and returning vendors\nLive Q&A with the GHBC team\nFeatured Events\n\nWhether you’re a caterer\, photographer\, videographer\, event rental company\, decorator\, florist\, entertainer\, graphic designer\, printer\, transportation provider\, or another event professional\, we encourage you to attend and learn how your business can be part of the Pinnacle Awards experience. \nLearn more and explore available opportunities:\nRFP PORTAL
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SUMMARY:Procurement Fair Readiness Series | Port Houston
DESCRIPTION:How Prepared Are You for the Procurement Fair?\nDon’t wait until the Procurement Fair to make your first impression. Join our Procurement Fair Readiness Series\, a free virtual lunch-and-learn designed to help you prepare before meeting with buyers on September 24.\nEach session features a Procurement Fair Partner sharing what their organization looks for in suppliers\, upcoming contracting opportunities\, registration requirements\, certifications\, and practical tips to help you make meaningful connections at the Procurement Fair. You’ll gain insider insight directly from procurement professionals so you can arrive informed\, prepared\, and ready to compete.\nWhether you’re new to procurement or looking to grow your contracting opportunities\, these sessions will help you maximize your time at the Procurement Fair.\n2026 Procurement Fair Readiness Series\n\n\nAugust 12 | 11:30 AM – Hosted by Port Houston \n\n\nAugust 19 | 11:30 AM – Hosted by METRO \n\n\nSeptember 9 | 11:30 AM – Hosted by Houston Community College (HCC)\n\n\nAttend one or all three and get the insider knowledge you need before connecting with buyers at the GHBC Procurement Fair on September 24.
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SUMMARY:Procurement Fair Readiness Series | Metro
DESCRIPTION:How Prepared Are You for the Procurement Fair?\nDon’t wait until the Procurement Fair to make your first impression. Join our Procurement Fair Readiness Series\, a free virtual lunch-and-learn designed to help you prepare before meeting with buyers on September 24.\nEach session features a Procurement Fair Partner sharing what their organization looks for in suppliers\, upcoming contracting opportunities\, registration requirements\, certifications\, and practical tips to help you make meaningful connections at the Procurement Fair. You’ll gain insider insight directly from procurement professionals so you can arrive informed\, prepared\, and ready to compete.\nWhether you’re new to procurement or looking to grow your contracting opportunities\, these sessions will help you maximize your time at the Procurement Fair.\n2026 Procurement Fair Readiness Series\n\n\nAugust 12 | 11:30 AM – Hosted by Port Houston \n\n\nAugust 19 | 11:30 AM – Hosted by METRO \n\n\nSeptember 9 | 11:30 AM – Hosted by Houston Community College (HCC)\n\n\nAttend one or all three and get the insider knowledge you need before connecting with buyers at the GHBC Procurement Fair on September 24.
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SUMMARY:Procurement Fair Readiness Series | HCC Small Business Development
DESCRIPTION:How Prepared Are You for the Procurement Fair?\nDon’t wait until the Procurement Fair to make your first impression. Join our Procurement Fair Readiness Series\, a free virtual lunch-and-learn designed to help you prepare before meeting with buyers on September 24.\nEach session features a Procurement Fair Partner sharing what their organization looks for in suppliers\, upcoming contracting opportunities\, registration requirements\, certifications\, and practical tips to help you make meaningful connections at the Procurement Fair. You’ll gain insider insight directly from procurement professionals so you can arrive informed\, prepared\, and ready to compete.\nWhether you’re new to procurement or looking to grow your contracting opportunities\, these sessions will help you maximize your time at the Procurement Fair.\n2026 Procurement Fair Readiness Series\n\n\nAugust 12 | 11:30 AM – Hosted by Port Houston \n\n\nAugust 19 | 11:30 AM – Hosted by METRO \n\n\nSeptember 9 | 11:30 AM – Hosted by Houston Community College (HCC)\n\n\nAttend one or all three and get the insider knowledge you need before connecting with buyers at the GHBC Procurement Fair on September 24.
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