About
Mission & Purpose
The Mission of ScaleUp Rio Grande Valley is to help small businesses with growth potential to “scale up” their businesses, create more jobs, and have a greater economic impact in the Rio Grande Valley.
The program exists to deliver intensive, business training and advisement to established small businesses and entrepreneurs that are primed for growth beyond the start-up or early stages.
The program concentrates on region of the Rio Grande Valley and builds on the existing, entrepreneurial ecosystem. This network enhancement supports small businesses in their quest to flourish and grow, thereby creating more jobs and impacting the local economy.
Program Host & Funding Agency
ScaleUp Rio Grande Valley is part of a national ScaleUp America Initiative and a cooperative effort of the following public and educational sectors:
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
ScaleUp Rio Grande Valley is a part of the Office of Research, Innovation, & Economic Development within The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley.
U.S. Small Business Administration
ScaleUp Rio Grande Valley is funded in part through a contract with the U.S. Small Business Administration.