Startup Week 2025:
Upcoming Events
Lunch & Learn in 30 Minutes
A 30-minute session designed to help individuals build real, usable skills for your business fast. July's topic is centered around Microsoft Suite and will cover Excel, Outlook, Word, & Project Management Tools over 4 sessions.
Cost: $10 Per Session
The Philosophic Brown Bag Series
The Philosophic Brown Bag Series invites you to step back from the noise and engage in meaningful conversations about the ideas shaping our time, while building the intellectual tools needed to navigate the 21st century. Bring your curiosity, and your lunch.
Gaming Tech Showcase
Join the fun with immersive gaming experiences, cutting-edge simulators, and hands-on entertainment. By the Hub in collaboration with MJ's Gaming Cafe, Texas Western Gold Trail Racing Team at UTEP, and Centre Future.
Cost: $15
AI Digital Marketing Skills Camp - AM Path
In four-day camp, participants ages 18–24 will explore AI-powered marketing through topics including: social media strategy, graphic design, web development and email marketing, while building a brand and creating a digital portfolio.
Cost: $40 (Tuition reimbursed for first 10 to complete camp )
AI Digital Marketing Skills Camp - PM Path
In four-day camp, participants ages 18–24 will explore AI-powered marketing through topics including: social media strategy, graphic design, web development and email marketing, while building a brand and creating a digital portfolio.
Cost: $40 (Tuition reimbursed for first 10 to complete camp )
AI Digital Marketing Skills Camp - AM Path
In four-day camp, participants ages 18–24 will explore AI-powered marketing through topics including: social media strategy, graphic design, web development and email marketing, while building a brand and creating a digital portfolio.
Cost: $40 (Tuition reimbursed for first 10 to complete camp )
AI Digital Marketing Skills Camp - PM Path
In four-day camp, participants ages 18–24 will explore AI-powered marketing through topics including: social media strategy, graphic design, web development and email marketing, while building a brand and creating a digital portfolio.
Cost: $40 (Tuition reimbursed for first 10 to complete camp )
AI Digital Marketing Skills Camp - AM Path
In four-day camp, participants ages 18–24 will explore AI-powered marketing through topics including: social media strategy, graphic design, web development and email marketing, while building a brand and creating a digital portfolio.
Cost: $40 (Tuition reimbursed for first 10 to complete camp )
AI Digital Marketing Skills Camp - PM Path
In four-day camp, participants ages 18–24 will explore AI-powered marketing through topics including: social media strategy, graphic design, web development and email marketing, while building a brand and creating a digital portfolio.
Cost: $40 (Tuition reimbursed for first 10 to complete camp )
AI Digital Marketing Skills Camp - AM Path
In four-day camp, participants ages 18–24 will explore AI-powered marketing through topics including: social media strategy, graphic design, web development and email marketing, while building a brand and creating a digital portfolio.
Cost: $40 (Tuition reimbursed for first 10 to complete camp )
AI Digital Marketing Skills Camp - PM Path
In four-day camp, participants ages 18–24 will explore AI-powered marketing through topics including: social media strategy, graphic design, web development and email marketing, while building a brand and creating a digital portfolio.
Cost: $40 (Tuition reimbursed for first 10 to complete camp )
2026 Border Health Innovation Summit
Mark your calendars for the upcoming Border Health Innovation Summit, where leaders in healthcare, research, entrepreneurship, and technology come together to shape the future of health innovation in our region.
The Philosophic Brown Bag Series
The Philosophic Brown Bag Series invites you to step back from the noise and engage in meaningful conversations about the ideas shaping our time, while building the intellectual tools needed to navigate the 21st century. Bring your curiosity, and your lunch.
AI For Health: From Data To Discovery
AI for Health: From Data to Discovery is a two-day STEM workshop designed for high school students interested in exploring the future of healthcare, technology, and innovation. Hosted by the Medical Center of the Americas Innovation Center and STEM Lab in partnership with Workforce Solutions Borderplex, this hands-on experience introduces students to the fundamentals of artificial intelligence and its growing role in healthcare, biomedical research, public health, and scientific discovery.
State of Fort Bliss
Join the El Paso Chamber for its annual State of Fort Bliss event, a gathering that highlights the essential role Fort Bliss and our armed forces play in the economic and cultural fabric of our region. The program will kick off with an Engage & Connect Networking session, bringing together military, business, and civic leaders from across El Paso and beyond.
AI Training for Elementary Teachers
Learn to use AI to enhance elementary teaching with practical tools, materials, and professional growth opportunities. Two educators will win $500 in classroom grants. By the Hub in collaboration with Cuantrix US, an initiative of Televisa.
First 60 will get $50 tuition covered
AI For Health: From Data To Discovery
AI for Health: From Data to Discovery is a two-day STEM workshop designed for high school students interested in exploring the future of healthcare, technology, and innovation. Hosted by the Medical Center of the Americas Innovation Center and STEM Lab in partnership with Workforce Solutions Borderplex, this hands-on experience introduces students to the fundamentals of artificial intelligence and its growing role in healthcare, biomedical research, public health, and scientific discovery.
Lunch & Learn in 30 Minutes
A 30-minute session designed to help individuals build real, usable skills for your business fast. July's topic is centered around Microsoft Suite and will cover Excel, Outlook, Word, & Project Management Tools over 4 sessions.
Cost: $10 Per Session
HR Essentials For Small Business
Over three sessions, you'll gain practical strategies for navigating labor compliance, strengthening leadership skills, and confidently managing employee leave requirements. From preparing for Department of Labor audits to building stronger teams and understanding FMLA, ADA, and PWFA regulations, this series equips business leaders with the tools needed to support and grow their organizations.
Demystifying Financial Foundations: Income, Assets & Cash Flow
Strong financial decisions start with understanding your numbers. This webinar provides an introduction to the three core financial statements, the Income Statement, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow Statement, and explores how they can be used to evaluate business performance, manage cash flow, support decision-making, and prepare for growth and investment opportunities.
The Philosophic Brown Bag Series
The Philosophic Brown Bag Series invites you to step back from the noise and engage in meaningful conversations about the ideas shaping our time, while building the intellectual tools needed to navigate the 21st century. Bring your curiosity, and your lunch.
Think & Drink
Put your knowledge to the test across a variety of trivia rounds while connecting with others who are passionate about innovation, science, and the future of our region. Whether you arrive with a team or join one at the event, Think & Drink is the perfect chance to unwind, meet new people, and enjoy a little brainpower over drinks.
Build and Leverage Business Credit to Help Grow Your Business
Understanding your business credit can open doors to funding, supplier relationships, and new growth opportunities. In this free webinar, credit expert Gerri Detweiler will explain how business credit reports and scores work, how they differ from personal credit, and the practical steps business owners can take to build and strengthen their credit profile for future success.
Lunch & Learn in 30 Minutes
A 30-minute session designed to help individuals build real, usable skills for your business fast. July's topic is centered around Microsoft Suite and will cover Excel, Outlook, Word, & Project Management Tools over 4 sessions.
Cost: $10 Per Session
HR Essentials For Small Business
Over three sessions, you'll gain practical strategies for navigating labor compliance, strengthening leadership skills, and confidently managing employee leave requirements. From preparing for Department of Labor audits to building stronger teams and understanding FMLA, ADA, and PWFA regulations, this series equips business leaders with the tools needed to support and grow their organizations.
The Philosophic Brown Bag Series
The Philosophic Brown Bag Series invites you to step back from the noise and engage in meaningful conversations about the ideas shaping our time, while building the intellectual tools needed to navigate the 21st century. Bring your curiosity, and your lunch.
Unleash the Power of LinkedIn
In this hands-on workshop, LinkedIn expert and 5x author Gillian Whitney will break down exactly how to use LinkedIn to attract clients and grow your business without the overwhelm or confusion.
Lunch & Learn in 30 Minutes
A 30-minute session designed to help individuals build real, usable skills for your business fast. July's topic is centered around Microsoft Suite and will cover Excel, Outlook, Word, & Project Management Tools over 4 sessions.
Cost: $10 Per Session
HR Essentials For Small Business
Over three sessions, you'll gain practical strategies for navigating labor compliance, strengthening leadership skills, and confidently managing employee leave requirements. From preparing for Department of Labor audits to building stronger teams and understanding FMLA, ADA, and PWFA regulations, this series equips business leaders with the tools needed to support and grow their organizations.
Tacos & TECH-ILA
P21 Tacos & Tech‑ila is a networking and pitch event that brings together local entrepreneurs, investors, creatives, and supporters over tacos, tequila, and live innovation. Attendees hear startup pitches and vote for their favorite to receive non-dilutive funding. WINNER TAKES HOME $1,000!
Think & Drink
In partnership with the El Paso Innovation Hub, this lively trivia night brings together entrepreneurs, students, innovators, and community members for an evening of friendly competition, networking, and fun.
Put your knowledge to the test, meet new people, and connect with the individuals helping shape the future of our region. Whether you're coming to compete, collaborate, or simply enjoy a great evening, you won't want to miss it!
Lunch & Learn in 30: AI Promting
Lunch & Learn in 30 is a weekly, 30-minute session designed to help you build real, usable skills for your business fast.
Each month focuses on a new topic like marketing, AI tools, or Microsoft essentials, with every session covering a different tool or technique you can apply right away.
Lunch & Learn in 30: AI Promting
Lunch & Learn in 30 is a weekly, 30-minute session designed to help you build real, usable skills for your business fast.
Each month focuses on a new topic like marketing, AI tools, or Microsoft essentials, with every session covering a different tool or technique you can apply right away.
Quickbooks for Small Business - Summer 2026 Series
This three-day LIVE webinar will explore the intricacies of QuickBooks, a powerful accounting software. Learn to master its functionalities with expert guidance provided by a QuickBooks Pro Certified Advisor. Throughout the series, you’ll gain a solid understanding of how QuickBooks Online operates, allowing you to navigate its interface effortlessly.
Cost: $175 - Includes QuickBooks Online workbooks; 1-hour 1 on 1 session during series; and 1) 1-hour consultation any time after the series
Build Your Own App
Build and deploy a full-stack app end-to-end using Next.js, Hono, Docker, and cloud tools. Learn to connect frontend, backend, and deployment in a real-world workflow, guided by experienced developers from WeBorder Developers, including Victor M. Talamantes, Raul Ruiz, and Efren Gonzalez.
Funnels & Frameworks
A 4-week AI Accelerator for Founders using AI to validate ideas, understand customers, build systems, and drive growth. Over four weeks, participants will learn how to define product-market fit, understand their customers, build marketing systems, and tell a compelling business story.
Lunch & Learn in 30: AI Promting
Lunch & Learn in 30 is a weekly, 30-minute session designed to help you build real, usable skills for your business fast.
Each month focuses on a new topic like marketing, AI tools, or Microsoft essentials, with every session covering a different tool or technique you can apply right away.
Quickbooks for Small Business - Summer 2026 Series
This three-day LIVE webinar will explore the intricacies of QuickBooks, a powerful accounting software. Learn to master its functionalities with expert guidance provided by a QuickBooks Pro Certified Advisor. Throughout the series, you’ll gain a solid understanding of how QuickBooks Online operates, allowing you to navigate its interface effortlessly.
Cost: $175 - Includes QuickBooks Online workbooks; 1-hour 1 on 1 session during series; and 1) 1-hour consultation any time after the series
Quickbooks for Small Business - Summer 2026 Series
This three-day LIVE webinar will explore the intricacies of QuickBooks, a powerful accounting software. Learn to master its functionalities with expert guidance provided by a QuickBooks Pro Certified Advisor. Throughout the series, you’ll gain a solid understanding of how QuickBooks Online operates, allowing you to navigate its interface effortlessly.
Cost: $175 - Includes QuickBooks Online workbooks; 1-hour 1 on 1 session during series; and 1) 1-hour consultation any time after the series
Think & Drink
A lively trivia night filled with friendly competition, connection, and community. Test your knowledge through fun trivia rounds while mingling with entrepreneurs, students, innovators, and community members who are shaping the future of our region.
Cost: $10 (Includes Pizza & 2 Drink Tickets)
Pitch Clinic for Startups
This hands-on workshop is designed for aspiring entrepreneurs who want to practice presenting their ideas, receive expert feedback, and refine their pitch for maximum impact.
Biotech Poster Showcase 2026
Discover Innovative Health Tech Research at the 2026 Biotech Poster Showcase, a celebrating research from across our community!
Whether you’re in healthcare, tech, academics, or an interested community member, the Annual Poster Session offers a unique chance to explore groundbreaking work driving the future of health tech forward.
A networking reception will follow the presentations. Connect with the bright minds behind the research, discover potential collaborative opportunities, and get inspired by the creativity and ingenuity fueling our region’s health tech advancements.