Texas: Resources
Bureau of Business Research (BBR)
The BBR is a research institute that is part of the University of Texas at Austin. It provides research material that primarily focuses on economic development, and is aimed fostering the competitiveness of the state. The BBR also publishes the Texas Business Review, a periodical that features the various research articles.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 21, 2012
Central Texas Business Resource Center
The center is focused on assisting small and medium-sized businesses who wish to establish themselves in Texas. A few of the services it provides are business counseling and employee development. The center also has a directory of business resources that includes statistical data and industry profiles.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 21, 2012
District Export Councils (DEC) of Texas
The DECs of Texas bring together state business leaders to create a knowledge base for international business. There are four councils located in the state, all of which provide business advising services as well as training and education focused primarily on global trade.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 21, 2012
International Trade Center (ITC)
The ITC at the University of San Antonio assists businesses who wish to expand and establish themselves globally. It focuses mainly on small businesses, and provides services that include consulting solutions, as well as import/export training. The center is also in partnerships with other agencies to create programs such as a Mexico SBDC.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 21, 2012
Texas A&M University Center for International Business Education and Research (CIBER)
Texas A&M University's Mays Business School hosts the Center for International Business. The Center's mission is to enhance the global competitiveness of the United States and of the State of Texas through its international education, research, and outreach activities.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 21, 2012
Texas Center for Border Economic and Enterprise Development
The Texas Center for Border Economic and Enterprise Development utilizes the knowledge of Texas A&M International University faculty, students, and staff to support economic development in Laredo and the surrounding area. The site provides a variety of interesting resources including data and research on border crossing and general trade in the state.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 21, 2012
Texas Manufacturing Assistance Center (TMAC)
The TMAC was established in 1995 to assist manufacturing firms who aim to compete in the global business arena. They offer a host of services that include information systems services and customizable training programs. The center’s website also has a list of supplementary resources.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: April 26, 2012
Texas State Small Business Development Center
The center is an organization under Texas State University that works with small and medium-sized businesses. It provides free counseling services in various aspects of business, as well as research assistance for clients. Its website contains information for starting a small business, and information about financing.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 9, 2012
TexasOne.us
TexasOne is a program aimed at promoting the state as an attractive business destination. Its website contains information about Texas’ economic environment, as well as resources for firms who wish to relocate to the state, or embark on international ventures.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 21, 2012
The Texas Workforce Commission (TWC)
The TWC is a government agency dedicated to workforce development within the state. In addition to recruitment and job placements, it also provides training and development services for current workers. The TWC has workforce centers located around the state.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 21, 2012
The University of Texas at Austin Center for International Business Education and Research
The University of Texas' CIBER emphasizes outreach, both in the community and abroad, to proliferate international business education and development. In addition to these outreach activities, including conferences and exchange programs, the Center is also involved in global business research and education.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 21, 2012
U.S. Export Assistance Centers of the State of Texas
This branch of the Department of Commerce specializes in helping small to medium sized companies in Texas develop and execute exporting strategies. Fees vary and are based on the service being provided. Links to the eight offices serving the state are also provided.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: September 7, 2011