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Workshop 1 · New technologies
EL PASO COUNTY · MISSION TRAIL
Mission TrailResource Library
Practical resources for your next stage of business.
SBA Technical Assistance Training Program for Micro and Small Businesses Along the Mission Trail
01 / Keep learning
Your workshop library
Revisit the program presentations. View a PDF online or download a copy to keep. Files open in their original language.
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Workshop 2 · Growth planning
Planning for growth
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Capstone event · Presentation
Mission Trail capstone
PDF02 / Find the right support
Business resource directory
Connect with local and statewide organizations that can help you move forward.
Advising & business support
County-wide
El Paso County Economic Development
Connect with the County for local economic-development information and business support.
Visit resource ↗One-on-one advising
EPCC Small Business Development Center
Request no-cost, confidential advising on planning, marketing, finances and business operations. Spanish-language information is available.
Visit resource ↗Program resource
Revby
Explore consulting support for marketing, financial management, operations and business growth.
Visit resource ↗Funding & growth
Federal resource
SBA loan programs
Learn about SBA-backed loan options, including 7(a), 504 and microloans. Review requirements with the program or a participating lender.
Visit resource ↗Prepare your next step
SBDC planning & capital support
Work with an advisor on your business plan, financial projections and preparation for financing.
Visit resource ↗Permits, taxes & local guidance
Start with your business address. Confirm whether your local authority is Socorro, San Elizario, the City of El Paso or El Paso County, then check the requirements for your activity.
State guidance
Texas Business Permit Office
Find guidance on Texas business licenses and permits, then confirm the requirements for your activity and location.
Visit resource ↗State tax resource
Texas Comptroller: sales & use tax
Access official sales-tax information, forms and guidance for Texas businesses.
Visit resource ↗Socorro businesses
City of Socorro business resources
For businesses located in Socorro: find City Development contacts and local business information.
Visit resource ↗Use the provider’s website to confirm current services, eligibility, costs and requirements. Local permits depend on where your business operates.
More local and national support
City of San Elizario
Business registration and local code-enforcement information for businesses in San Elizario.
Visit resource ↗SBA El Paso District
Connections to SBA funding programs, counseling and government-contracting resources.
Visit resource ↗SCORE Central Texas
Free business mentoring serving El Paso and other communities across the region.
Visit resource ↗El Paso Hispanic Chamber
Business consulting, marketing assistance, financing connections and small-business certifications.
Visit resource ↗Project Vida
Explore available community services and ask about support for your small business.
Visit resource ↗Workforce Solutions Borderplex
Employer services for recruiting, hiring and workforce training.
Visit resource ↗El Paso APEX Accelerator
Support for businesses exploring government contracts and subcontracting opportunities.
Visit resource ↗PeopleFund
Explore small-business loan options and the application process.
Visit resource ↗LiftFund
Explore small-business financing, financial coaching and business training.
Visit resource ↗IRS: Employer Identification Number
Use the official IRS resource to learn about obtaining an EIN at no cost.
Visit resource ↗Run the business better
Be found
Keep your Google and Maps listings, hours, photos, phone number and website links current.
Sell easier
Use point-of-sale and inventory information to spot demand and prevent avoidable stockouts.
Know your numbers
Review sales, expenses, available cash and one measure that matters to your business each week.
Bring people back
Set a repeatable marketing routine and track one result, such as repeat purchases or inquiries.
Use simple systems
Turn recurring tasks into checklists with a clear owner, reminders and shared files.
Verify AI outputs
Use AI to draft and organize; check financial, regulatory and customer-facing information before using it.
Before you seek funding
1. Define the purpose
Write down how much you need, how you will use it and the result you expect.
2. Get capital-ready
Organize bookkeeping, financial history, projections, credit information, registrations and tax records.
3. Compare the fit
Compare costs, repayment terms and eligibility across lenders and programs. Review the repayment plan with an advisor.
Plan for growth
Identify the main constraint before adding debt, people, space or products. Choose the action that addresses it.
Demand
If customers are not finding or choosing your business, focus on visibility, your offer and customer follow-up.
Capacity
If demand exists but your team is stretched, review workflows, scheduling, tools and responsibilities.
Margin & efficiency
If sales grow but cash or profit does not, review pricing, costs, product mix and time spent.
Grow together along the Mission Trail
Build connections across Ysleta, Socorro, San Elizario and El Paso County. Explore cross-referrals, a shared business directory, seasonal events, business spotlights, newsletters and joint promotion with local partners.
03 / Put it into practice
Next steps
Choose one priority
Identify the business challenge you want to work on first: organization, marketing, funding or growth.
Use a relevant resource
Revisit a workshop presentation and choose one practical action you can apply in your business.
Connect with support
Contact an advisor or the appropriate organization with your questions and your next goal.
Our Mission Trail community
Learning, connecting, growing
Thank you to the business owners, facilitators and partners who took part in the program.