BCIC and Prairie View A&M to Host Government Contracting Luncheon at eBridge
The Brownsville Community Improvement Corporation (BCIC), in partnership with Prairie View A&M University Cooperative Extension, will host an “Introduction to Government Contracts” workshop. This event is designed to help businesses learn how to add government contracting to their current business model and navigate the State of Texas Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) program. The workshop […]
Space Industry Leaders to Share South Texas Vision at Insights Unplugged
The Brownsville Community Improvement Corporation (BCIC) and University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Entrepreneurship and Commercialization Center announce a gathering of space industry leaders for “Insights Unplugged: Space Edition” on Tuesday, November 19, from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM at the eBridge Center for Business & Commercialization. “South Texas is not only turning into […]
BCIC Staff Spotlight: Samantha Morales, eBridge Program Specialist
From construction sites to the heart of Brownsville’s entrepreneurial ecosystem, Samantha Morales has always had a talent for making things run smoother. As the eBridge Program Specialist at the Brownsville Community Improvement Corporation (BCIC), Samantha brings her unique blend of Six Sigma efficiency and diverse industry experience to the largest startup incubator in the […]
BCIC Staff Spotlight Cori Pena President and Chief Executive Officer
BCIC’s President & Chief Executive Officer, Cori Peña, has served 14 years in the organization, introducing initiatives and forging partnerships that have been key in Brownsville’s recent downtown revitalization, quality of life projects, and small business and entrepreneurship programs. Cori’s work is personal, inspired by both the bright possibilities in Brownsville’s future and quiet, […]
eBridge Center to Host Texas Venture Fest, Highlighting Rio Grande Valley’s Thriving Startup Ecosystem
Brownsville, TX – The Rio Grande Valley is once again set to shine as a hub for innovation and entrepreneurship, as the eBridge Center in downtown Brownsville hosts the Texas Venture Fest, a statewide event that brings together the entrepreneurial spirit of Texas. Organized by the Texas Venture Alliance, this second edition of the Texas […]
Historical gem: Local Investors to Renovate Brownsville’s Cameron Hotel (Brownsville Herald)
Read the full article on The Brownsville Herald. A group of hometown Brownsville investors has purchased and will renovate the historic Cameron Hotel at Ninth and Washington streets into upscale luxury apartments upstairs, with high-end retail shops below. The Cameron opened in 1928 as a travel lodge and has remained occupied in the years since. […]
BCIC to Host Bilingual Info Session to Support Local Entrepreneurs: ‘Let’s Talk About Money for Your Small Business’
Brownsville, Texas — The Brownsville Community Improvement Corporation (BCIC) is pleased to announce an upcoming bilingual information session titled “Let’s Talk About Money for Your Small Business,” designed to educate local entrepreneurs on the financing options available through BCIC’s programs. The session will take place at the eBridge Center on Thursday, October 17. The event […]
BCIC Launches Interactive Property Map to Expand Access to Commercial Real Estate Opportunities
Brownsville, TX – Thursday, September 26, 2024 – Brownsville Community Improvement Corporation (BCIC) announces the launch of its new Interactive Property Map, a digital platform designed to expand access to commercial real estate in Brownsville. This tool aims to empower businesses, investors, and community members by providing transparent and easy-to-navigate access to up-to-date commercial property […]
StartUp Texas Announces Winners of SBIR/STTR Innovation Competition
Brownsville, Texas – The Brownsville Community Improvement Corporation (BCIC) announced the results of its StartUp Texas SBIR/STTR Innovation Competition, awarding a total of $77,500 to six innovative startups. The event, held on September 12, 2024 at the eBridge Center in Downtown Brownsville, marked the culmination of an intensive 10-week accelerator program aimed at fostering entrepreneurship […]
Brownsville Community Improvement Corporation Approves $2.4 Million for Transformative Projects (City of Brownsville)
The following article was originally published on City of Brownsville The Brownsville Community Improvement Corporation (BCIC) has greenlit eight major projects to enhance the quality of life and drive economic growth within the city. These initiatives, which together represent an investment of over $2.4 million, underscore BCIC’s commitment to creating a more vibrant and prosperous […]