Press Release

For Immediate Release: January 23, 2026

For More Information Contact:
Kelly Criddle, Director of Operations
830-997-5000 / kelly@fbgtxchamber.org

Fredericksburg Chamber Launches 2026 Master Class Series With “Big Beautiful Bill” Education Event

FREDERICKSBURG, Texas (January 23, 2026) – The Fredericksburg Chamber of Commerce will kick off its 2026 Master Class education series with its February Master Class, Big Beautiful Bill: Your Business, an in-depth session designed to help small business owners better understand current legislation, financial planning strategies and long-term business planning. The event marks the first Master Class of the year and sets the tone for a series focused on timely, practical topics for the local business community.

The Master Class will take place at the Pioneer Museum Sanctuary from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m., followed by a networking wine reception. The event will feature a lineup of industry experts addressing topics that impact both business owners and individuals.

Featured sessions and speakers include:

• The Big Beautiful Bill & What It Means to You
  Christian Bauman, CFP®, CEPA®, senior managing director, U.S. Capital Wealth
• Tax Mitigation Strategies in the Public Markets
  Chris Boeker, CIMA®, regional director, Allspring Global Investments
• Financial Planning for the Business Owner
  Thomas C. Carman, CFP®, CEPA®, senior managing director, U.S. Capital Wealth
• Exit Right: The Owner’s Playbook for Protecting Value, People and Legacy
  Tim Vorhoff, co-founder, CreoValo

“This Master Class series is designed to give our business community access to high-level expertise and real-world strategies they can put to work immediately,” said Jim Mikula, President/CEO of the Fredericksburg Chamber of Commerce. “We hope everyone will join us, engage in the conversations, and put the full 2026 Master Class schedule on their calendar.”

Additional Master Classes are planned throughout the year, including:

• April 7th 2026 – Master Class on Artificial Intelligence
  
  
• August 11th 2026 – Master Class on Digital Marketing and Social Media
  
  
• October 6th 2026 – Master Class on Small Business Resources
  
  

Discounted pricing is available for Chamber members, but the event is open to anyone interested in attending. Advanced registration is required. For more information or to register, visit fbgtxchamber.org or call 830-997-5000.

The mission of the Fredericksburg Chamber of Commerce is to champion our business community through collaboration, information and service.

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