Texas Judge Reinstates HUB Program for Women and Minority-Owned Businesses
Good news is here for women and minority business owners in Texas. On April 14, 2026, an Austin district judge temporarily ordered the reinstatement of Texas’s Historically Underutilized Business program. For the thousands of small business owners who had their certifications pulled in December 2025, that’s a big deal. The ruling follows a lawsuit filed […]
SMBash 2026 Is Coming to Irving, Texas: Here’s Why It’s Worth Your Attention
Forest Cole Langston highlights SMBash 2026, a small-business acquisition conference coming to Irving, Texas, April 22-24, for entrepreneurs and operators.
Sugar Land’s New 2026 Fund for Texas Startups
Forest Cole Langston breaks down Sugar Land’s new Innovation Fund and what it means for Texas entrepreneurs ready to grow in 2026
Greg Abbott Announces Small Business Summit Across 15 Texas Cities
Gov. Abbott’s 2026 Small Business Summit series hits 15 Texas cities. Forest Cole Langston explains why entrepreneurs shouldn’t miss it.
Texas Climbs Back to #3 Best State for Starting a Business in 2026
Texas has reclaimed its position as one of the nation’s top destinations for entrepreneurs and small business owners. According to a recent WalletHub ranking, the Lone Star State jumped to No. 3 in the 2026 “Best and Worst States to Start a Business” report, its highest ranking since 2023. The full report was released by […]