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Gov. Abbott: Midland picked to host Small Business Summit

City of Midland News Release Posted on January 16, 2026

GOVERNOR ABBOTT: MIDLAND ONE OF 15 HOST CITIES FOR SMALL BUSINESS SUMMITS

(Jan. 16. 2026)

MIDLAND, TEXAS -- Gov. Greg Abbott congratulated Midland on Thursday as being one of 15 Texas communities selected as 2026 Governor’s Small Business Summit host cities.

Held throughout the year and in regions across the state, the Governor’s Small Business Summits aim to help Texas small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs succeed by connecting them with the resources and information needed to start, strengthen, and grow a business.

The summit in Midland is scheduled for Aug. 6.

“Small businesses are the backbone of the Texas economy,” Gov. Abbott said. “With more than 3.5 million small businesses across our state employing nearly half of all working Texans, Texas continues to lead the nation as the top state for job creation. I congratulate the communities selected to host a Governor’s Small Business Summit and encourage small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs to participate. By connecting Texans with the tools, resources, and partnerships they need to grow their businesses, we will spur continued economic expansion across every region.”

The Governor's Small Business Summit — Midland aims to help Texas small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs reach new heights by connecting them with the resources and information needed to start, strengthen and grow a business. This event offers a variety of sessions bringing together local, state and federal resource partners to provide key insights on critical business topics. It's also an opportunity to network with other business owners and meet experts who will share timely, relevant and actionable advice on a multitude of small business subjects.

Registration for the Midland summit will open May 6. Registration is $20 and will include access to all sessions, resource providers, lunch and complimentary headshots. 

The schedule for the summits statewide includes:

 For more information and to register, visit gov.texas.gov/events.