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HCC Small Business Success Series©

Created by the Glenda & David Regenbaum Center for Entrepreneurship – HCC Northwest

About the Program

The Small Business Success Series© is a 5-module, hands-on learning program designed to help entrepreneurs think like innovators and take action. Participants will learn directly from HCC faculty, guest entrepreneurs, business experts, and peer delegates.

 Ideal for proposed, startup, and existing entrepreneurs who are actively working to launch and grow their business.

🎓 Certificate of Completion awarded to students who fully attend all 5 modules.

 Program Details

• Duration: 5 Modules (1 per week)

• Schedule: Fridays, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

• Dates: September 26 – October 24, 2025

• Location: Houston City College – Felix Fraga Campus

• Format: In-Person

🗓 Session Dates & Topics

09/26 – Vet the Venture: Are My Ideas Lucrative?

Evaluate financial viability, market demand, competition, pricing, differentiators, revenue projections, and startup costs.
Presenter: Karen Sharp | Felix Fraga Campus, Room 160 

10/03 – Ignite the Entrepreneur in You!

Explore the traits and behaviors of successful entrepreneurs while mapping your own business idea.
Presenter: Dr. Tanisha Lemelle | Felix Fraga Campus, Room 160 

10/10 – Sales & Marketing Powered Up

Discover strategies for ongoing market research, messaging, digital marketing, analytics, customer loyalty, and brand advocacy.
Presenters: Austin Tenette & Leeanne Aguilar | Felix Fraga Campus, Room 160 

10/17 – Financials for Small Business Launch & Growth

Understand the numbers every entrepreneur needs: past performance, present analysis, and future projections.
Presenter: Conchita Reyes | Felix Fraga Campus, Room 160 

10/24 – Minimizing Risk: Protect Your Assets, Business & Future

Learn how to reduce risk through liability protection, tax considerations, insurance, hiring practices, contracts, and operational processes.
Presenter: David Regenbaum | Felix Fraga Campus, Room 160 

Graduation Ceremony: October 24, 2025 | 3:30–4:00 PM

💡 Why Join?

• Practical, hands-on training

• Direct access to experienced business experts

• Peer-to-peer networking with fellow entrepreneurs

• Certificate of Completion for graduates

Registration Information

• Cost: Free (limited class size)

• How to Apply: Click the REGISTER button on this page.

  • Be sure to click “Confirm and Checkout” to finalize your registration.

For more details: 713-718-2263
Email: susie.molina@hccs.edu