Belton Chosen as a Host for the 2025 Governor’s Small Business Summit
- January 22, 2025
- Posted by: Regent Harbor Team
- Category: Business

## Small Business Wave Hits Belton
Well, hold on to your hats, folks. Fifteen cities are about to see an influx of entrepreneurs. Yes, **Belton** has made the list, and that ain’t no small fry deal. On November 13, 2025, the town will host the Governor’s Small Business Summit, a big event for local movers and shakers.
### It’s Happening in Belton
According to [the Governor’s Office](https://gov.texas.gov/news/post/governor-abbott-announces-2025-governors-small-business-summit-host-cities), the summit is about mingling and learning. Business whizzes will gather from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. And for a mere 20 bucks, it’s a steal. This ain’t just about Belton, though. It’s one of 15 spots stepping up to the plate.
### Lone Star Success Stories
Governor Abbott, a cheerleader for small businesses, sure made it clear. “Small businesses are the beating heart of Texas,” he said, echoing the state’s reputation as a business hub. Quick trivia: Texas is a giant playground with over 3.3 million small businesses. That’s nearly half the working Texans pulling in a paycheck, if you’re counting.
In Abbott’s words, Texas is “leading the nation in small business growth.” So, kudos to Belton and the other 14 champs for stepping up to host. If you’re hustling in any of those places, it’s your time to shine. Abbott urged entrepreneurs to soak it all in and take advantage of what’s on the table.
### From Veterans to Visionaries
What’s cool about [the Belton event](https://gov.texas.gov/business/event/governors-small-business-summit-belton) is its focus on veterans. Anyone with a dream and a plan can get in for $20. Register now, and you’re set. There’s no gatekeeping here—everyone’s welcome.
#### City Roll Call
Below are the upcoming summit hosts:
– March 27: Uvalde
– April 24: Orange
– May 15: Denison
– May 29: Sugar Land
– June 12: San Marcos
– June 26: Bastrop
– July 10: Rockport-Fulton
– July 24: Waxahachie
– August 7: Pharr
– August 21: Big Lake
– September 11: Eagle Pass
– September 25: Carthage
– October 9: Dalhart
– October 23: Denton (Women-Focused)
– November 13: Belton (Veteran-Focused)
Now, that’s a lineup for the ages. With locations from **Uvalde to Denton**, Texas is really making a swing for the fences here.
### Wrapping Up
So, how about packing your bags and hitting one of these towns? Each city’s got its charm and unique flavors. Meanwhile, you can lean on the wisdom of experts and rub shoulders with like-minded folks. Ready to dive in and catch that business wave? Texas is waiting.
So, put your cowboy boots on, polish those pitches, and we’ll see you in one of these cities.