Ever catch yourself daydreaming about opening that cozy café you’ve always wanted? Or maybe you’re already slinging amazing tacos but struggling to keep up with demand? Well, put down that coffee and mark your calendar – because Wednesday, August 13th might just be the day that changes everything.
The City of Laredo and the Chamber Foundation are throwing a Business Development Workshop specifically for folks like you who are ready to dive into the restaurant world. And here’s the best part: it’s completely free and designed for real people, not MBA graduates.
What You’ll Actually Learn (No Boring Stuff, We Promise!)
Forget those stuffy seminars where they throw around terms like “synergistic revenue optimization.” This workshop breaks down the good stuff you actually need to know:
- New Business Application Requirements – They’ll walk you through the paperwork so you don’t end up pulling your hair out at City Hall
- Restaurant Best Practices – Real-world tips from people who’ve successfully navigated the crazy world of food service
- Business Development Certification Program – Get the credentials that’ll make banks and investors take you seriously
- Elevate Laredo Program – Connect with resources that can help you grow bigger than you ever imagined
When Your Neighbor’s Success Story Starts
Wednesday, August 13, 2025
2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Joe A. Guerra Laredo Public Library
1120 E Calton Rd.
That’s just two hours that could completely change your family’s future. Think about it – two hours to learn what usually takes months of trial and error to figure out.
This Could Be YOU Next Year
Picture this: It’s August 2026, and you’re standing in your own bustling restaurant, watching families laugh over plates of your signature dishes. Sounds pretty amazing, right? But here’s the thing – every successful restaurant owner in Laredo started exactly where you are right now: with a dream and the courage to take that first step.
Maybe you’re the person who makes killer breakfast burritos that have your coworkers begging for the recipe. Or perhaps you’ve been perfecting your grandmother’s mole recipe and know it deserves to be shared with the world. This workshop is your chance to turn those “what ifs” into “watch this.”
Don’t Wait – Your Competition Won’t
While you’re thinking about it, someone else is already filling out that registration. Laredo’s food scene is booming, and there’s room for your unique voice – but only if you grab it.
Ready to stop dreaming and start doing?
Scan that QR code on the flyer, or contact:
- City of Laredo Economic Development: Amanda Pruneda at 956-791-7459 or [email protected]
- Laredo Chamber of Commerce: 956-722-9895 or [email protected]
Your future customers are waiting. Your family’s legacy is waiting. That perfect corner spot downtown? It might not wait much longer.
See you Wednesday – bring a notebook and your biggest dreams. Laredo’s about to help you make them happen.
This workshop is brought to you by the City of Laredo Economic Development Department in partnership with the Laredo Chamber Foundation – because they believe your food dreams deserve to become reality.
