Governor Greg Abbott’s Press Office and Odessa Chamber of Commerce held the summit to emphasize the importance of small businesses.
ODESSA, Texas —
In a modern world seemingly dominated by large corporations, it’s easy to forget about those smaller businesses that exist in local communities.
According to the Odessa Chamber of Commerce, events like the Governor’s Small Business Summit help highlight just how important they are.
The summits are held throughout the year across the state and aim to help Texas small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs succeed. They help to do that by connecting them with the resources and information needed to start, strengthen and grow a business.
“In most, any community, small business is the backbone and certainly in Odessa, in this area it’s the same way,” said Tom Manskey, director of economic development for the Odessa Chamber of Commerce. “Typically well over 70% of employment comes from small business in …