October 2023 GO TEXAN Partner Newsletter

PARTNER NEWSLETTER October 2023

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Mark Your Calendars: Rodeo Applications Coming Soon!

Save the Date

Save-the-Date for upcoming applications for GO TEXAN partners to sample and sell in the GO TEXAN area at the following Rodeos in 2024: Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo - 11/1/2023 San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo - 11/15/2023 Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo - 12/6/2023 Rio Grande Valley Stock Show & Rodeo - 1/17/2024 Rodeo Austin - 1/31/2024 San Angelo Stock Show & Rodeo - 2/14/2024

All applications will open at noon on the dates listed above. TIER 2 and higher GO TEXAN partners will have priority for the first 48 hours. Application links will be sent via email as well as posted in the GO TEXAN partners Facebook Group. Please make sure the email you have listed on your account is one you check regularly.

GO TEXAN NEWS | October 2023

2024 Texas Restaurant Show - San Antonio

GO TEXAN and the Texas Restaurant Association are collaborating to present a GO TEXAN Pavilion during the 2024 Texas Restaurant Show!

The Show brings together the vibrant Texas restaurant community. With 500 booths showcasing leading innovators in products and services, alongside 3-days of educational sessions led by industry professionals and business leaders, the Show offers its 5,000+ attendees valuable information, data, and insights to enhance operations and profitability for single-unit restaurants and multi-chain franchises. GO TEXAN booths are being offered for only $2,000 (normally $3,400) For more information or to book a GO TEXAN booth visit this link.

GO TEXAN NEWS | October 2023

GO TEXAN Product Photography Have you ever wanted professional grade photos of your product? Submit up to five products and TDA will provide you with high resolution, high quality pictures you can use to market your products...FREE of charge.

Please click here to read more about this opportunity.

An Instagram takeover is the process of sharing content on someone else’s Instagram account temporarily. Instagram takeovers are an incredible way for brands, individuals and influencers to collaborate and cross-promote content.

Instagram takeovers offer a novel way for us to engage with our partners while increasing your brand awareness and promoting your products. It gives our readers a unique look into our partner's companies and what it’s like to run their business.

If this is something you are interested in learning more about, contact us at GOTEXAN@TexasAgriculture.gov.

GO TEXAN NEWS | October 2023

Southern U.S. Trade Association (SUSTA) Texas Department of Agriculture covers a large portion of the expense to participate in SUSTA International activities. Even Better…businesses can get reimbursed up to 50% of eligible expenses such as international travel to shows, advertising, freight, in-store demonstrations and so much more through the 50% Cost Share Program.

SUSTA is FREE to join, so let us help you get your products out there! Contact Nikki Jackson (512) 486-9317 or email GoGlobal@texasagriculture.gov for more information.

WHO

Upcoming SUSTA Events Craft Beer and BBQ Outbound Outbound Trade Mission - Monterrey, Mexico The Texas Department of Agriculture invites you to participate in an outbound trade mission to Monterrey, Mexico to showcase Texas craft beer and barbeque to the hotel and food industry. TDA will coordinate retail tours, 1:1 meetings with importers and distributors, and execute a tasting and pairing event highlighting Texas craft beer and barbeque products for retailers and importers.

WHO: Craft Beer, Seasonings/Rubs, Meats REGISTRATION DEADLINE: October 9, 2023

Gulfood 2024 Trade Show - Dubai, UAE The Texas Department of Agriculture invites you to participate in the Gulfood Trade Show in Dubai from February 19-23.

Registration has opened for the largest annual food show in the world, and spots are filling up quickly. Come meet with the 90,000 trade visitors in the hotel, restaurant, and food industries.

WHO: Halal Products, Snacks, Desserts, Condiments, Beef, Nuts, etc.

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: November 19, 2023 Interested?? Contact Nikki Jackson (512) 486-9317 or email GoGlobal@texasagriculture.gov for more information.

GO TEXAN NEWS | October 2023

Your GO TEXAN Field Representatives

1. J.D. Lawrence (915) 249-9844

6. Kristin Lambrecht (713) 677-9321

2. Briann Schenk (806) 386-9139

7. Jami McCool (210) 708-1713

3. Neely Kirkland (214) 809-5534

8. Kara Smith (956) 502-6817

4. Darrell Dean (214) 938-0067 5. Manuel Martinez (713) 677-9814

9. Carol Faulkenberry (254) 592-1507 10. Lauren Moore (254) 340-7046