Alton EDC

10/23/2026

💙 Building a Stronger Alton, Together! 🚔🎃

Yesterday, the Alton Economic Development Corporation had the pleasure of joining our community for National Night Out, proudly organized by the Alton Police Department!

We were excited to support this wonderful event as a Costume Contest sponsor, helping bring a little extra fun to an evening filled with community spirit, family activities, and meaningful connections.

Community development goes beyond business growth. It's also about supporting the people, partnerships, and experiences that make Alton a great place to live, work, and grow.

Thank you to the Alton Police Department, participating organizations, and everyone who helped make this event a success!

Proud to invest in our community and its future!

10/23/2026

🚀 RGV Entrepreneurs, are you ready to grow your business?

Have a food product you've always dreamed of seeing on the shelves of H-E-B, Walmart, or other major grocery stores? 🛒

The Alton Economic Development Corporation invites you to take advantage of this upcoming Lunch & Learn: Product Development Masterclass, hosted by the Greater Alton Chamber of Commerce!

Learn valuable strategies to develop, commercialize, and prepare your products for larger retail markets.

📅 Tuesday, October 27 | 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Arturo Galvan Sr. Development Center, Alton, TX

Big opportunities start with small businesses!

📲 RSVP by scanning the QR code on the flyer.

🛒YOUR PRODUCT COULD BE THE NEXT BIG THING!

Calling all RGV food entrepreneurs!🚀

Have you created your own salsa, snacks, sauces, seasonings, or specialty food products? Have you ever dreamed of seeing YOUR brand on the shelves of H-E-B, Walmart, or other major grocery stores?

💡Let's talk about how to make that dream a reality!

The Greater Alton Chamber of Commerce invites you to our upcoming Lunch & Learn: Product Development Masterclass, featuring Elizabeth Davis from MIRNA Food Business Academy & Consulting!

Discover how to:
✅ Take your homemade products to the next commercial level.
✅ Prepare your food business for retail opportunities.
✅ Understand product development and commercialization.
✅ Explore strategies to grow your brand and reach bigger markets.

📅 THIS TUESDAY, October 27!
⏰ 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Arturo Galvan Sr. Development Center
416 S. Alton Blvd., Alton, TX

Already have a product? This is an opportunity you don't want to miss!

Whether you're selling from home, at local markets, or running a small food business, come learn what it takes to prepare for the next level.

ONLY 4 DAYS AWAY! RSVP TODAY!
Scan the QR code on the flyer to reserve your spot.

Tag a local entrepreneur who dreams of seeing their product in grocery stores! Let's help our RGV businesses grow!

10/20/2026

10/19/2026

🚀 Calling All Food Entrepreneurs & Small Business Owners!

Have a recipe or food product you’re ready to turn into a bigger business opportunity?

The Alton Economic Development Corporation encourages local entrepreneurs to take advantage of this upcoming Lunch & Learn: Product Development Masterclass, hosted by the Greater Alton Chamber of Commerce!

Learn valuable strategies to develop your products, grow your business, and take the next steps toward getting your creations onto store shelves!

Already have a product? Bring it with you! This is a great opportunity to gain insights and explore your product's potential.

📅 Tuesday, October 27 | 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 416 S. Alton Blvd., Alton, TX

📩 Reserve your spot today: [email protected]

Your next big business opportunity could start right here in Alton!

🚨 YOUR RECIPE COULD BE THE NEXT PRODUCT ON GROCERY STORE SHELVES!

Have you ever dreamed of seeing your homemade salsa, snacks, sauces, or specialty food products sold in stores? This is your opportunity to learn how to make it happen!

The Greater Alton Chamber of Commerce invites you to our **Lunch & Learn: Product Development Masterclass, featuring Elizabeth Davis from MIRNA Food Business Academy & Consulting!

Discover what it takes to transform your recipe into a market-ready product, improve your production process, and prepare your business for bigger opportunities!

✨ Already have a product? BRING IT! We'd love for you to share what you've created and explore ways to take it to the next level.

📅 Tuesday, October 27, 2026
⏰ 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Arturo Galvan Sr. Development Center
416 S. Alton Blvd., Alton, TX

📩 READY TO JOIN? RSVP TODAY!
Email: [email protected]
Or scan the QR code on the flyer!

Whether you're just getting started or ready to expand, don't miss this opportunity to invest in your business and learn from an industry expert!

💡 Big businesses start with small ideas. Yours could be next!

10/15/2026

What started as a vision is becoming something truly meaningful for our community!

13 entrepreneurs, two cohorts, and we’re just getting started!

Proud of what we’re building in Alton and grateful to Kauffman FastTrac for recognizing our efforts.

Here’s to empowering more entrepreneurs and turning more dreams into businesses! Ivan Gzz

Though the City of Alton Community Development is a relatively new community within Kauffman FastTrac, it has already begun to see a real, positive impact.

To date, the affiliate has run two cohorts and supported 13 participants, including entrepreneurs from Alton and the surrounding area.

They’re especially proud to give their Hispanic community access to quality business training, and to help their entrepreneurs build stronger, clearer, and more sustainable business models. Through FastTrac, participants have deepened their knowledge, validated their ideas, and gained practical tools to make better decisions and move forward with greater confidence.

Beyond the numbers, what inspires the team most are the success stories and the confidence they've watched grow in their participants.

Congratulations to their graduates!

10/15/2026

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month! 🎀

At Alton EDC, we believe that a strong community is one that supports and uplifts one another.

This month, we join millions in raising awareness about breast cancer, honoring survivors, supporting those currently fighting, and remembering those who are no longer with us.

Let's continue to spread awareness, encourage regular screenings, and inspire hope throughout our community.

🎀 Together, we are stronger. Together, we make an impact.

10/14/2026

¡En Alton seguimos creando oportunidades para nuestros emprendedores!

Este 28 de octubre acompáñanos en 1 Million Cups Alton - en Español y conoce a Nancy Rangel y Sonia Arrambide, dos empresarias que compartirán sus experiencias y aprendizajes en el mundo de los negocios.

🧡 En Alton EDC creemos en el poder de las conexiones, las nuevas ideas y el talento empresarial de nuestra región.

📅 Miércoles, 28 de octubre
⏰ 9:00 AM
📍 349 W. Dawes, Alton, TX

¡Te esperamos! Juntos seguimos fortaleciendo el emprendimiento local.

☕🧡 ¡Conoce a nuestras presentadoras de octubre!

Este mes en 1 Million Cups Alton en Español tendremos el gusto de recibir a dos emprendedoras del Rio Grande Valley que compartirán sus experiencias, proyectos y consejos con nuestra comunidad.

✨ Nancy Rangel | Time Out Sitters

Nancy comenzó su trayectoria con Time Out Sitters en 2013, adquiriendo experiencia en servicio al cliente, reclutamiento y operaciones. Hoy es propietaria de Time Out Sitters en el Rio Grande Valley, ofreciendo servicios confiables de cuidado de niños y mascotas para las familias de nuestra región.

✨ Sonia Arrambide | Paisano Tax

Sonia es graduada de UTRGV con una licenciatura en Matemáticas y es una profesional autorizada ante el IRS como *Enrolled Agent*. A través de Paisano Tax, ayuda a individuos y negocios con preparación de impuestos, resolución de asuntos fiscales y orientación financiera, contribuyendo al bienestar económico de nuestra comunidad.

📅 Miércoles, 28 de octubre
⏰ 9:00 AM
📍 349 W. Dawes, Alton, TX 78573

¡Ven a conocer sus historias, aprender de sus experiencias y conectar con otros emprendedores!

☕ Una taza de café, nuevas conexiones y grandes oportunidades. ¡Te esperamos!

10/12/2026

🍽️ Free Lunch. Valuable Knowledge. Stronger Financial Futures!

The Alton Economic Development Corporation is proud to support the Greater Alton Chamber of Commerce's upcoming Lunch & Learn: Financial Education!

Join us TOMORROW for a FREE lunch and an opportunity to learn practical financial strategies from Letty Rodriguez, Regional VP at Primerica.

From managing debt to building long-term financial security, this session offers valuable insights for entrepreneurs, business owners, professionals, and anyone looking to make smarter financial decisions.

📅 Tuesday, October 13, 2026
⏰ 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Arturo Galvan Sr. Development Center
416 S. Alton Blvd., Alton, TX

Invest in your knowledge while enjoying lunch on us!

📲 RSVP is required! Scan the QR code on the flyer to reserve your spot.

We encourage our local business community to take advantage of this opportunity to learn, connect, and grow!

10/09/2026

Your business deserves more than “someday.” Let’s get started this Monday!

Have an idea you want to bring to life? Already own a business but need a clearer plan? Alton EDGE, powered by Kauffman FastTrac, is here to help.

In five guided sessions, you’ll work on your business plan, learn with experienced facilitators, and gain lifetime access to FastTrac tools.

You don’t need a finished plan or all the answers—just the willingness to take your next step.

Begins Monday, October 12
October 12–November 9 · Hybrid format
Also offered in Spanish

FREE for current Alton Chamber members
$500 for non-members · Scholarships available

Reserve your spot today:
https://www.altonchamber.org/rsvp-edge

Questions about joining, membership, or scholarships? Send us a message or email Abril Gonzalez at [email protected]. We’d love to help you get started!

Tag a friend with a business idea—or share this opportunity with a business owner you believe in.