Austin Small and Minority Business Resources
Opening the Door to Opportunities
Austin Small and Minority Business Resources helps small, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged businesses compete for City of Austin contracts. We administer the City’s Minority-Owned, Women-Owned, and Disadvantaged Business Enterprise procurement programs and work to expand access, equity, and economic opportunity for local businesses.
A Note About Operations
Austin Small and Minority Business Resources is currently operating in a hybrid telework setting. Our staff are available to answer questions and provide customer service by email, phone, and during select in-office hours.
For assistance, email SMBR@austintexas.gov or call 512-974-7600
Featured Updates and Services
- Gateway 2 Concessions
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Gateway 2 Concessions is Austin Small and Minority Business Resources’ signature program that promotes inclusive participation in concessions at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. If you own a small business in food and beverage, retail, or consumer goods and want to do business at the airport, Gateway 2 Concessions is designed for you.
- FY2024 Annual Report
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This report highlights Fiscal Year 2024 progress and results, focusing on the impact and performance of the City’s Minority-Owned Business Enterprise (MBE) and Women-Owned Business Enterprise (WBE) procurement programs.
- Transforming Opportunities: The Active Construction Equity (ACE) Outreach Plan
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Discover how Austin Small and Minority Business Resources is working to include minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises in Austin-Bergstrom International Airport’s expansion projects. The Active Construction Equity (ACE) Outreach Plan helps open doors, foster growth, and strengthen the community by promoting greater participation and equitable opportunities.
- Elevate Your Business with SMBR and EGBI
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Explore the full range of support offered by Austin Small and Minority Business Resources, in partnership with the Economic Growth Business Incubator (EGBI). Our no-cost expanded services empower small, minority-owned, and women-owned businesses across Austin.
- Unlock Your Business Potential with the SMBR Resources Guide
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Designed for certified firms and small businesses, this guide connects you to essential tools, information, and support to help your business grow. Use these resources to move your business forward. For questions or additional help, contact us anytime.
Contact Us
Press and Media
Media inquiries for Austin Small and Minority Business Resources are handled by Senior Public Information Specialist Eddie Bynog Jr. and Public Information Specialist Alejandra Villanueva.
Requests will be reviewed 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday - Friday (Central Time Zone). Email requests to Eddie Bynog, Jr. with CC to Alejandra Villanueva.
Public
The public may direct all questions or comments to SMBR's Resources Division at SMBROutreach@austintexas.gov.
