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Turn your food ideas into a thriving small business—start small, refine your craft, and expand—all without the burden of owning or maintaining a licensed commercial kitchen.

WHAT WE DO

The Chamber Kitchen Incubator program, powered by the Cameron County Chamber of Commerce Foundation, gives food and beverage businesses a low-risk opportunity to start small, test, develop, and scale without the cost of equipping, and maintaining their own commercially-licensed culinary facility.

We encourage growth and equity in the local food economy by improving access to resources that traditionally are not available to those with limited incomes. We improve food industry workforce through training opportunities, hands-on training, and access to commercial equipment.

We help our members focus on what really matters: building vibrant and sustainable food companies. Our partner organizations work closely with each member business to polish ideas and develop business models, as well as help cultivate customer connections and distribution opportunities. Food businesses accepted into the incubator program also receive mentoring and immersion in our entrepreneurial environment where they can collaborate with industry experts and peers.

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MEMBER BENEFITS

  • One on one assistance with licensing, certifications, and permits via the Cameron County Chamber of Commerce Innovation Center

  • 24/7 access to the facility with flexible scheduling

  • Free and low-cost classes and workshops related to food and entrepreneurship

  • Facility orientation and equipment training

  • Cold and dry storage

  • Co-working and private meeting space available at the Cameron County Chamber of Commerce Innovation Center with access to WiFi and printing

  • Free parking 

  • An amplified social media presence via Cameron County Chamber of Commerce and partner organizations to help promote your business

  • Opportunities to host small events within the Cameron County Chamber of Commerce Innovation Center

  • Retail storefront rental opportunities for products at the Cameron County Chamber of Commerce & Artisan Center

  • Vendor registration opportunities with the seasonal Cameron County Farmers Market

  • Free market testing of new products at downtown business location with the Cameron County Chamber of Commerce & Artisan Center

  • Access to business resources and advisors such as food scientists, graphic designers, business consultants, and more via Cameron County Chamber of Commerce & Artisan Center

  • A supportive, and inclusive, environment where all are welcome!

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