July 27, 2026 Community Update

COMING UP Starting a business, or trying to grow one? The eBridge Business Academy is a free, seven-session program covering business concept development, customer discovery, value propositions, financial and operational fundamentals, and launch prep. Sessions meet Tuesdays and Thursdays, and each one brings in local business owners and program alumni who share what worked and […]
July 21, 2026 Community Update

COMING UP Thinking about a loan but not sure what the payments would look like? The eBridge Fund site now has a loan calculator, so you can estimate your monthly payment before you fill out a single form. The eBridge Fund is BCIC’s low-interest loan for Cameron County small businesses that may not qualify for […]
BCIC’s Nathan Burkhart Named One of North America’s Top 50 Economic Developers by Consultant Connect
BROWNSVILLE, TX – The Brownsville Community Improvement Corporation (BCIC) is proud to announce that Nathan Burkhart, Vice President of Entrepreneurship and Innovation, has been named one of North America’s Top 50 Economic Developers of 2025 by Consultant Connect, a national consulting agency focused on advancing economic development through leadership and connectivity. This prestigious recognition celebrates […]