2026 San Antonio

Underserved Enterprise Development Awards

Underserved economic development focuses on creating equitable opportunities for communities and businesses that have historically faced systemic barriers to growth. This approach combines targeted funding, capacity building, and strategic partnerships to address structural inequities and foster inclusive economic ecosystems.

Visibility = Viability: Thriving in the New Economy

Overview

2026 UED Events

Our mission is to empower these businesses through training opportunities, networking events, and strategic business connections. 

  • The signature event is the UED Awards Luncheon on Thursday, October 15, 2026
  • We also collaborate with larger corporations to help them identify qualified subcontractors from our underserved enterprise network.

SAVE THE DATE!!!

AWARDS Luncheon!! Thursday, October 15, 2026

Mark your calendar! Effective underserved economic development blends funding access, capacity building, equity-focused policies, and community engagement. By addressing both immediate needs and systemic barriers, these strategies can help create thriving business economies.

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Become A Sponsor

Sponsorship opportunities, including different levels like Gold, Premier, Champion, and Friends of UED

Sponsor

Awards

Eligible nominees include, and are not limited to, business owners, business executives, nonprofit organizations, for-profit firms and Institutions

Winners

Nominations

Nominations are coming soon. If you are interested in nominating someone, click the button below!

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Features of becoming A

SPONSOR

What are the benefits of sponsoring 2026 UED ?

  • Access to successful underserviced entrepreneurs and business owners.
  • Visibility among City and County underserved trade associations and government agencies.
  • Advertising opportunities throughout our week-long celebration.
  • VIP / reserved seating and logo representation opportunities through our electronic campaign
  • Including printed materials at our Awards Luncheon
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