BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Impact Hub Houston: Empowering Impact Entrepreneurs, Startups, and Community! - ECPv6.17.3.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Impact Hub Houston: Empowering Impact Entrepreneurs, Startups, and Community! X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://houston.impacthub.net X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Impact Hub Houston: Empowering Impact Entrepreneurs, Startups, and Community! REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20270314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20271107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260915T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260915T103000 DTSTAMP:20260828T122051Z CREATED:20260724T121847Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T122051Z UID:10004217-1789462800-1789468200@houston.impacthub.net SUMMARY:SBA Programs and Resources Workshop - Brenham DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn about SBA programs\, resources\, and to make connections for your small business!\n\n\nThe U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Houston District Office\, the Brenham | Washington County EDO\, and the Prairie View A&M University Community and Economic Development Unit in Washington County invite you to an Information Session designed to connect small business leaders\, entrepreneurs\, and community stakeholders with the tools and resources needed to start\, grow\, and succeed. \nTopics will include: \n\nLocal business counseling and technical assistance\nSmall Business Economic Development Resources\nSBA loan programs and access to capital\nFederal certification programs to expand into government contracting\nMade in America Manufacturing Initiative\nNetworking opportunities\n\n\n\n \nPresented in coordination with: URL:https://houston.impacthub.net/calendar/sba-programs-and-resources-workshop-brenham/ LOCATION:City of Brenham – Nancy Carol Roberts Memorial Library\, 100 Martin Luther King Junior Parkway\, Brenham\, TX 77833\, Brenham\, TX\, 77833\, US CATEGORIES:empower ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://houston.impacthub.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/107734_image-scaled.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260915T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260915T120000 DTSTAMP:20260828T121823Z CREATED:20260306T121756Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T121823Z UID:10004048-1789470000-1789473600@houston.impacthub.net SUMMARY:How to Start a Nonprofit Webinar DESCRIPTION:Learn the essential steps to start your nonprofit. Join our monthly Tuesday webinar and get clear guidance on launching successfully.\n\n\nJoin Our Monthly Live Webinar!\nAre you considering starting a nonprofit? Join our weekly online session hosted by the Executive Service Corps of Houston (ESCH) to learn the essential steps to launch and operate a successful organization. This webinar is designed to provide clear guidance on the process\, helping you move forward with confidence. \nDuring this session\, you will learn: \n\nKey steps to legally establish a nonprofit organization\nHow to conduct a feasibility study and define your mission\nDifferences between nonprofit and for-profit operations\nRequirements for IRS Form 1023 and tax-exempt status\nBest practices for building a strong organizational foundation\n\nWho Should Attend: \n\nIndividuals exploring the idea of starting a nonprofit\nCommunity leaders and volunteers ready to take action\nAnyone seeking clarity on nonprofit requirements and processes\n\nHosted by ESCH\, a trusted nonprofit consulting organization with years of experience supporting Houston-area nonprofits\, this webinar is your first step toward creating meaningful impact in your community. URL:https://houston.impacthub.net/calendar/how-to-start-a-nonprofit-weekly-live-webinar-28/ LOCATION:Online Event CATEGORIES:connect ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://houston.impacthub.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/106512_image.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260915T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260915T190000 DTSTAMP:20260831T111642Z CREATED:20260831T111642Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T111642Z UID:10004259-1789491600-1789498800@houston.impacthub.net SUMMARY:Activate: Meet the Cohort 2026 DESCRIPTION:Register Here: https://luma.com/pw41fw82 Join us to celebrate the launch of Activate Houston’s 2026 Cohort and discover the breakthrough technologies they’re building to solve some of the world’s biggest challenges. \n​Anning Corporation: Pioneering geologic hydrogen through advanced geoscience and stimulation technologies\, creating a scalable low-cost\, clean energy \n​Brint Tech: Building optical sensing systems that quantify hydrogen\, giving infrastructure operators the data to scale safely and credibly \n​Simora Core: Building rare-earth free\, contact-free electric motors with wireless rotors for everything from small appliances to vehicles and heavy industry \n​Nivera: Developing natural composite coatings and packaging materials that reduce food waste and sustainably extends the shelf life of fresh food \n​Orbital Arc: Creating electric propulsion on a microtrip to power movement in space at an unmatched scale\, speed\, and cost \n​Renesin: Developing advanced materials that enable faster\, more efficient AI hardware \n​Selerra Separations: Engineering high-performance membranes that cut the cost and energy consumption of water treatment without compromising durability or water quality \n​SwieNitro Recovery: Transforming nitrogen-rich waste streams into valuable fertilizer through a low-energy ammonia recovery platform \n​Also\, learn more about our C25 cohort: \n​Biosimo: Enabling the chemical industry’s net-zero transition by replacing fossil-based essential chemicals with identical quality ones made from bio-ethanol \n​Brightlight Photonics: Replacing tabletop laser systems with chip-scale titanium:sapphire lasers—bringing lab-grade performance to quantum technologies\, diagnostics\, and advanced manufacturing in a package that’s 100x smaller and cheaper \n​Deep Anchor Solutions: Compact anchor making offshore energy viable in new and remote markets worldwide by enabling faster\, cheaper deployment of floating renewables \n​FlowCellutions: Chemistry-agnostic diagnostics for grid-scale batteries \n​KIRA: Reimagining desalination expanding access to clean water and decarbonizing industries from oil and gas to agriculture \n​Lift Biolabs: Replacing costly purification tools with buoyant protein reagents making therapeutic manufacturing more affordable while also enabling biotech to scale \n​Semion: Transforming pest control by restoring crops’ natural defenses with plant-based compounds\, reducing chemical use and environmental impact\, and offering farmers more sustainable and resilient ways to protect their crops \n​Activate’s Meet the Cohort is a proud anchor event for Houston Energy and Climate Startup Week\, and sponsored by Goodwin Law and Berkner Group. ​ \n​ URL:https://houston.impacthub.net/calendar/activate-meet-the-cohort-2026/ LOCATION:Ion\, 4201 Main Street\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States CATEGORIES:connect END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T210000 DTSTAMP:20260831T111645Z CREATED:20260831T111645Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T111645Z UID:10004260-1789545600-1789592400@houston.impacthub.net SUMMARY:Greentown Labs Houston Climatetech Summit 2026 DESCRIPTION:Register Here: https://luma.com/2r3qufae The annual Greentown Climatetech Summit is the premier gathering of entrepreneurs\, investors\, corporate leaders\, policymakers\, and philanthropists accelerating the climate\, energy\, and industrial transformation. ​Once a year\, we open the doors of our incubators to the people working hardest to move all of it forward. On Sept. 16 in Houston and Oct. 29 in Boston\, step inside our labs to meet our 260+ climatetech startups\, hear perspectives from industry leaders\, and forge connections with changemakers across the ecosystem. ​Attend your way. Climatetech Summit offers multiple ways to participate: \n​Full-Day Admission: Includes morning programming\, lunch\, the Startup Showcase & Open House\, and the evening Pitch Competition & Happy Hour. \n​Afternoon Showcase Admission: Includes afternoon access to the Open House & Startup Showcase\, and the evening Pitch Competition & Happy Hour. \n​Virtual Admission:  Livestream access to the morning programming only. \n​This isn’t a conference confined to one room. Throughout the day\, you’ll move through Houston’s dynamic Ion District\, from thought-provoking conversations at The Ion to hands-on innovation inside Greentown Labs\, ending with an evening celebration at the legendary Continental Club. Each stop offers new opportunities to discover groundbreaking technologies\, meet industry leaders\, and experience why Houston is where climate innovation comes to life. ​Houston Agenda ​The Ion – 4201 Main Street (8:00am – 12:30pm) ​8:00 AM | Check-In & Breakfast ​8:40 AM | Welcome Remarks from Greentown Labs CEO Georgina Campbell Flatter ​9:00 AM | Keynote: Scaling the Biggest Clean Energy IPO on Wall Street\, Featuring Tim Latimer\, CEO & Co-founder\, Fervo Energy\, in conversation with David Baldwin\, SCF Partners ​9:45 AM | Launching Unicorns: What Breaks on the Way to Scale ​10:25 AM | Networking Break ​11:00 AM | The U.S. Nuclear Renaissance: Is This Comeback Different? ​11:40 AM | Powering the AI Boom: Energy\, Siting & the Capital Behind It ​12:15 PM | Transition to Greentown Labs Houston ​Greentown Labs Houston – 4200 San Jacinto Street (12:30pm – 4pm) ​12:30–2:00 PM | Networking Lunch ​2:00–4:00 PM | Open House & Startup Showcase ​Continental Club – 3700 Main Street (5:00pm – 9:00pm) ​5:00–9:00 PM | Startup Pitch Competition & Happy Hour URL:https://houston.impacthub.net/calendar/greentown-labs-houston-climatetech-summit-2026/ LOCATION:Greentown Labs\, 4200 San Jacinto St\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States CATEGORIES:connect END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T093000 DTSTAMP:20260828T122501Z CREATED:20260828T121947Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T122501Z UID:10004238-1789543800-1789551000@houston.impacthub.net SUMMARY:Desayuno Empresarial -Cultura de Negocios en USA y Visas de Negocios DESCRIPTION:Descubre tips clave sobre negocios en USA y cómo manejar visas para triunfar sin complicaciones.\n\n\n¡Descubre la Cultura de Negocios en USA!\n \nDesayuno Empresarial con la Camara de Empresarios FLorida \n¿Quieres saber cómo se manejan las negociaciones y qué esperar en reuniones de negocios en Estados Unidos? Este evento presencial te dará las claves para entender y adaptarte al entorno empresarial estadounidense. \nAdemás\, aprenderás todo sobre las Visas de Negocios y cómo sacarles provecho para tus viajes y oportunidades. \n¡No te lo pierdas y prepárate para llevar tus proyectos al siguiente nivel! \nNuestros speakers : Abogado Diego Galer con Galer Law Firm y Matias Rios con Bix Plan. URL:https://houston.impacthub.net/calendar/desayuno-empresarial-cultura-de-negocios-en-usa-y-visas-de-negocios/ LOCATION:Filomena’s Bean Coffee\, 500 West Cypress Creek Road\, Fort Lauderdale\, FL 33309\, Fort Lauderdale\, FL\, 33309\, US CATEGORIES:español ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://houston.impacthub.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/110870_image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T130000 DTSTAMP:20260831T025143Z CREATED:20260302T025007Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T025143Z UID:10004019-1789560000-1789563600@houston.impacthub.net SUMMARY:Community. Connection. DESCRIPTION:Join Impact Hub Houston's monthly space for entrepreneurs & changemakers to be Actively HUMAN\, together. Led by Tracie Jae (The Quiet Rebel)\n\n\n\n**SUMMER PAUSE** \nDuring June & July 2026 – we invite you to join us for unstructured community co-working time. \n \nMark Your Calendar: It’s Time to Connect! \nAre you working on a solution or startup that creates positive impact in our community? Then you have a standing invitation to join Impact Hub Houston at our monthly Community. Connection. meetup — a HUMAN-centered space to step away from the grind and into community with fellow impact-driven founders. \nBetween the pitches\, the pivots\, and the pressure to always have it together\, it’s easy to forget that the most valuable resource we have is each other. That’s why we created Community. Connection. — a judgment-free zone that reminds you community isn’t just a nice-to-have — it’s essential. Whether you need to reflect\, reconnect\, recharge\, or simply remember that you’re not alone\, join us for a moment where you can stop performing and simply BE. \nCome as you are\, with whatever joys\, challenges\, or questions you’re facing right now. Celebrating a breakthrough? Navigating uncertainty? Feeling stuck or burned out? All of it is welcome here. Just bring your authentic self and a willingness to listen\, share\, and be present with others who understand the unique challenges and rewards of building something meaningful. \nCommunity. Connection. Show up\, share out\, and shine on! \n\n\n\nThis session will be facilitated by IHH Team + Community Member Tracie Jae\, The Quiet Rebel. URL:https://houston.impacthub.net/calendar/community-connection-7/ LOCATION:Impact Hub Houston\, 4201 Main St\, Houston\, TX 77002\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, US CATEGORIES:featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://houston.impacthub.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/105238_image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T140000 DTSTAMP:20260831T111648Z CREATED:20260831T111648Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T111648Z UID:10004261-1789650000-1789653600@houston.impacthub.net SUMMARY:Nature Based Solutions in a Changing Climate: Projects that Reduce Flood Risk DESCRIPTION:Register Here: ​https://luma.com/d7tn2z9r ​Flooding remains one of the most costly and persistent hazards facing Texas communities. Nature-Based Solutions (NBS) mitigate the impacts of flooding by using or imitating natural features and processes to increase flood resilience while providing environmental and community benefits. ​In this panel discussion\, Dr. Justin Kozak\, Nature-Based Solutions Program Manager for Nature Conservancy in Texas\, will give a brief overview of flooding in Texas and discuss how NBS can be utilized to reduce flood risk. Mary Anne Piacentini\, President & CEO of the Coastal Prairie Conservancy\, will discuss how land conservation supports flood risk reduction and highlight findings from a SSPEED Center at Rice University study on the value of prairie. Justin Schultz\, President and CEO of Houston Parks Board\, will discuss the Hill at Sims\, a recently opened 100-acre regional park in South Houston built on an active stormwater detention basin. The project demonstrates how flood infrastructure can be transformed into a vibrant community asset that protects surrounding neighborhoods from flooding. ​The session will include a Q&A and discussion. URL:https://houston.impacthub.net/calendar/nature-based-solutions-in-a-changing-climate-projects-that-reduce-flood-risk/ LOCATION:Ion – Conference Room 031\, 4201 Main St.\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States CATEGORIES:connect END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T193000 DTSTAMP:20260831T111654Z CREATED:20260831T111654Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T111654Z UID:10004262-1789666200-1789673400@houston.impacthub.net SUMMARY:Seeds of Hope {Women Navigating Climate Change DESCRIPTION:Register Here: ​https://luma.com/tlq9gfv8 Join us for an inspiring evening exploring how female founders are bringing empathy\, resilience\, and bold innovation to climate solutions. Through open conversations\, explore why feminine leadership qualities are essential to building a more sustainable future. ​Amplify {Women of Color is proud to host the 3rd Annual Seeds of Hope during Houston Energy & Climate Startup Week\, bringing together women to connect\, lead\, and inspire climate action! ​What You’ll Learn​During this interactive experience\, you’ll: \n​Discover why diverse leadership and female perspectives are essential to solving complex climate challenges. \n​Learn practical strategies for building resilience while leading through uncertainty and change. \n​Experience a guided reset exercise to help transform overwhelm into purposeful action. \n​Leave with meaningful connections and a personal commitment to help build a more sustainable future. \n​​Who Should Attend​Seeds of Hope is designed for women who want to lead with purpose and contribute to positive change. This event is especially valuable for: \n​Corporate professionals interested in sustainability\, innovation\, and leadership \n​Female founders and entrepreneurs \n​Investors and ecosystem builders \n​Students and emerging professionals \n​Anyone seeking practical ways to support climate solutions and women-led innovation \n​No climate background is required—just curiosity\, openness\, and a desire to build a better future together. ​Learn from Climate Change Leaders \nJuliana Garaizar\, a globally recognized venture investor and ecosystem builder​Stacy Richardson\, the Founder of Mobi Waste\, providing commercial waste solutions that shrink waste onsite​Jaya Skandan\, the Founder of Planet Eco Corp\, helping businesses replace single-use plastics with certified compostable packaging through practical\, cost-effective sustainability chain. \n​Resilience Reset with Dr. Lisa Cortez​Known as “The Anxiety Dr.\,” Dr. Lisa Cortez is a psychotherapist\, speaker\, and founder of Té Sana tea and wellness boutique. ​​​​​​​Event Schedule​5:30 | Intentional Networking + Lite Bites from Bua’s Bistro \n​Attendee will be given a thoughtful climate-related question to spark meaningful dialogue \n​6:00 | Women Building Hope Panel {Female Founders on Resilience\, Innovation & Climate Leadership ​6:45 | The Resilience Reset {Tools to Calm the Nervous System & Lead with Intention \n​Activation led by Dr. Lisa Cortez\, host the The Anxiety Dr. Podcast \n​7:15 | Group Sharing & Closing Remarks ​*Recommended Dress Code | Business Casual or if you’re feeling playful\, eco-fresh attire (get creative!) URL:https://houston.impacthub.net/calendar/seeds-of-hope-women-navigating-climate-change/ LOCATION:Ion\, 4201 Main Street\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States CATEGORIES:connect END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260918T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260918T120000 DTSTAMP:20260831T111657Z CREATED:20260831T111657Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T111657Z UID:10004263-1789718400-1789732800@houston.impacthub.net SUMMARY:Halliburton Labs Pitch Day DESCRIPTION:Register here: https://luma.com/0gc6wepy ​You are invited to the Halliburton Labs Company Showcase. This invitation‑only\, in‑person event brings together a curated group of early‑stage energy technology investors and 16 Halliburton Labs companies in Houston. ​The Company Showcase highlights breakthrough technologies that shape the future of energy and industrial innovation and provides a focused forum for meaningful engagement between investors and founders. ​📅 Wednesday\, June 17🕘 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.📍 Halliburton Campus (3000 North Sam Houston Pkwy East Houston\, Texas 77032) ​Company Showcase Program Includes: \n​Opening remarks from Jeff Miller\, Chairman\, President\, & CEO\, Halliburton and Andres Cabada\, Managing Director\, Halliburton Labs \n​Investor one‑on‑one and small‑group meetings (by request) \n​Lunch \n​We look forward to welcoming you for a high‑value opportunity to engage with innovative founders and explore technologies driving the future of energy. ​Participating Companies ​Aquafortus – Non-thermal liquid to liquid desalination technology for resource recovery from wastewater brine ​Ayrton Energy – High-density hydrogen storage medium ​Cache Energy – Electrified heat and long-term energy storage ​Cella – Advances subsurface mineralization of carbon dioxide ​Chemergy – Hydrogen from organic and plastic wastes ​Enexor BioEnergy – On-site waste to bioenergy conversion systems ​Espiku – Water and minerals recovery from industrial produced water ​LiNa Energy – Solid state sodium storage for renewables ​Marel Power Solutions – Advanced cooling to redefine power-stacks ​Mitico – Carbon capture sorption technology (granulated metal carbonate ​Nandina REM – The next evolution of carbon fiber ​Noon – 100+ hour ultra-long duration battery storage ​Proof Energy – Fuel agnostic metallic oxide fuel cells ​Sunchem – Precision separation of critical metals ​Sungreen  – Advanced materials unlocking next-generation hydrogen\, water\, battery\, and CO2 electrochemistry ​Syncris – Grid forming power electronics ​Learn more about participating companies here: Companies – Halliburton Labs ​Upon registering\, you will have the option to schedule one‑on‑one or small‑group meetings with participating companies. Meeting participation is optional—please select “No Meeting” if you prefer to attend the plenary program only. ​This event is invitation‑only. Please contact us if you would like to include additional team members or if you have any questions. ​Sincerely\,Halliburton Labs Team URL:https://houston.impacthub.net/calendar/halliburton-labs-pitch-day/ LOCATION:Ion\, 4201 Main Street\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States CATEGORIES:connect END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260918T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260918T100000 DTSTAMP:20260831T111703Z CREATED:20260831T111703Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T111703Z UID:10004264-1789720200-1789725600@houston.impacthub.net SUMMARY:ENRG HTX - September 2026 DESCRIPTION:Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/enrg-htx-september-2026-tickets-1992148129683 ENRG (Entrepreneurial Networking Resource Group) is a community for entrepreneurs with 10-250 employees running on EOS or EOS Curious. \nENRG (pronounced energy) is here to stay in Houston! Erick Garcia\, Lesa A Skipper and Craig Ceccanti are teaming up to build the Houston ENRG Chapter and we could not be more excited to invite entrepreneurs running on EOS or EOS Curious to this collaborative room! Join us on September 18th at 8:30am at the Ion District (Downstairs 028) for the first meeting! What is ENRG?The vision is to establish an ENRG (Entrepreneurial Networking Resource Group) in Houston for entrepreneurs with 10-250 employees. This is a free EOS Worldwide aligned community for entrepreneurs led by one EOS Implementer and one Integrator. Each monthly meeting includes:– Practical training on an EOS tools– Peer-to-peer issue solving– Valuable networking– Content that helps move the needle on your business– Exposure to Subject Matter ExpertsNo sales pitches here though\, we’re here to help all tides rise! This is WHERE entrepreneurs find the WHOs and the HOWs to move their business forward. URL:https://houston.impacthub.net/calendar/enrg-htx-september-2026/ LOCATION:Ion – Conference Room 028\, 4201 Main St.\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States CATEGORIES:connect END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260918T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260918T110000 DTSTAMP:20260831T111705Z CREATED:20260831T111705Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T111705Z UID:10004265-1789723800-1789729200@houston.impacthub.net SUMMARY:AI Circle Houston DESCRIPTION:https://www.linkedin.com/groups/18970005/ AI Circle Houston is a weekly Friday morning gathering for people building\, implementing\, or exploring AI. We bring together builders\, engineers\, product leaders\, founders\, operators\, researchers\, students\, and anyone interested in putting AI into practice. Each week includes networking followed by a focused session on a practical AI topic\, with discussions spanning AI agents\, AI-native products\, models\, development tools\, reliability\, interfaces\, computer vision\, and emerging approaches to building with AI. The format is community-driven\, with an emphasis on learning from people actively working with AI and sharing what is working\, what isn’t\, and what we’re learning along the way. URL:https://houston.impacthub.net/calendar/ai-circle-houston-3/ LOCATION:Ion\, 4201 Main Street\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States CATEGORIES:connect END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260918T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260918T113000 DTSTAMP:20260831T111708Z CREATED:20260831T111708Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T111708Z UID:10004266-1789725600-1789731000@houston.impacthub.net SUMMARY:SCORE Office Hours DESCRIPTION:About SCORE Office Hours SCORE is the nation’s largest network of volunteer\, expert business mentors. Since 1964\, SCORE has helped more than 11 million entrepreneurs start\, grow\, or successfully exit a business. SCORE’s 10\,000 volunteers provide free\, expert mentoring\, resources\, and education in all 50 U.S. states and territories. Office Hours with SCORE take place each Friday morning. Additional partners will be on-site the second Friday of each month (excluding holidays) URL:https://houston.impacthub.net/calendar/score-office-hours-7/ LOCATION:Ion\, 4201 Main Street\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States CATEGORIES:connect END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260918T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260918T113000 DTSTAMP:20260831T111710Z CREATED:20260831T111710Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T111710Z UID:10004267-1789727400-1789731000@houston.impacthub.net SUMMARY:Startup Circle Houston 💫 DESCRIPTION:Startup Circle Houston 💫 brings together founders\, teammates\, experts and newbies of startups in Greater Houston! Past topics include: Traction + Funding Stage Identification – What stage are you really at?ICP – Seeking your beachhead marketProblem Identification – Love the problem\, not the solutionBootstrapping – Knowing your runway and not putting money on fire. 🔥Founder capacity\, 10xing and recruiting for your weaknesses. 🚀 \nLinkedIn Group: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/16537030/ URL:https://houston.impacthub.net/calendar/startup-circle-houston-%f0%9f%92%ab-4/ LOCATION:Ion – Lobby\, 4201 Main St.\, Houston\, 77002\, United States CATEGORIES:connect END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260922T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260922T183000 DTSTAMP:20260831T111712Z CREATED:20260831T111712Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T111712Z UID:10004268-1790098200-1790101800@houston.impacthub.net SUMMARY:Angel Investing 101 DESCRIPTION:In a world where only the very wealthy\, well connected\, and major institutions have access to premium investment opportunities\, which have created massive wealth for a small portion of the population\, the Innovation Center for Urban Entrepreneurship team believes the key to closing income and wealth gaps globally is to democratize access to opportunities across the investment ecosystem. Join the Innovation Center for Urban Entrepreneurship team for an evening of learning\, discussion and possibilities as we explore the basics of angel investing and the role it plays in bringing new products and services to market and the impact it has on wealth and job creation.. At this event\, you’ll learn the key components to successfully navigate the critical-path of investing in private\, early-stage companies. This session is ideal for the following investment related stakeholders: \nProspective Angel Investors who want to learn more about the world of Angel InvestingInvestment Advisors (RIA/FA) who are looking for alternative investments for their clientsEntrepreneurs who want to learn more about what Angels are looking for in their dealsEntrepreneurs who want to meet/network with Angel Investors \nIon District Investor Activation Program: The Houston Ion District Investor Activation Program along with Urban Capital Network is helping build an equitable climatetech industry capable of rapid deployment by addressing a fundamental challenge: the region’s lack of funding for early-stage climatetech startups\, and especially for those led by underrepresented founders. This program from Greentown Labs and the Ion brings early-stage investors from Greater Houston—a region playing a pivotal role in the energy transition—into the fold\, offering education on climatetech investing\, channeling a pool of capital to young startups\, and catalyzing a thriving climatetech investment ecosystem that prioritizes diversity\, equity\, and inclusion. If you would like to join the program\, please fill out this form\, and if you have additional questions\, please contact Juliana Bernal Martinez at jbernal@greentownlabs.com. URL:https://houston.impacthub.net/calendar/angel-investing-101/ LOCATION:Ion – Conference Room 029 – 030\, 4201 Main St\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States CATEGORIES:connect END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260925T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260927T235900 DTSTAMP:20260831T025147Z CREATED:20260725T025011Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T025147Z UID:10004218-1790337600-1790553540@houston.impacthub.net SUMMARY:SAVE THE DATE: Houston Hackathon 2026 DESCRIPTION:We're gearing up for Houston Hackathon 2026!! We'd love to have you with us!\n\n\nThe Houston Hackathon is an opportunity for people with different skills to collaborate on projects to improve life in Houston.\nImpact Hub Houston envisions a more equitable\, inclusive\, and sustainable economy\, where people are empowered with the skills\, capacity\, and resources they need to take action. We invite you to be a part of this vision by participating in this annual opportunity to develop systemic and transformative solutions for Houston – solutions that are rooted in local communities so that they are as diverse as Houston\, and work for ALL of Houston. \n \nWhy Join a Hackathon? \n\nTo make a difference in their community\nTo learn new skills or work on real problems\nTo meet other cool people who care about the same things\nTo turn ideas into action in just a weekend\nTo collaborate with local government\, nonprofits\, and startups\nTo challenge themselves and think creatively\nAnd for a lot of people\, it’s just fun! Like summer camp for ideas and action.\n\n \nWe invite all people who want to make a difference in our region to join us at the annual Houston Hackathon! This is a “civic” hackathon\, focused on ideating\, designing\, and developing both policy-based and tech solutions to some of Houston’s greatest challenges. Project stakeholders will be there from the city\, county\, local organizations\, and Houston’s impact community! \nPlease sign-up here to receive direct communication for this year’s event. \n \nHouston Hackathon Info Session // August 12th @6:30pm via Zoom\n\nJoin us for the Info Session (RSVP here) URL:https://houston.impacthub.net/calendar/save-the-date-houston-hackathon-2026/ LOCATION:Impact Hub Houston @ The Ion\, 4201 Main St. Suite L055-C\, Houston\, TX 77002\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, US CATEGORIES:featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://houston.impacthub.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/109958_image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261013T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261013T120000 DTSTAMP:20260828T121824Z CREATED:20260306T121757Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T121824Z UID:10004052-1791889200-1791892800@houston.impacthub.net SUMMARY:How to Start a Nonprofit Webinar DESCRIPTION:Learn the essential steps to start your nonprofit. Join our monthly Tuesday webinar and get clear guidance on launching successfully.\n\n\nJoin Our Monthly Live Webinar!\nAre you considering starting a nonprofit? Join our weekly online session hosted by the Executive Service Corps of Houston (ESCH) to learn the essential steps to launch and operate a successful organization. This webinar is designed to provide clear guidance on the process\, helping you move forward with confidence. \nDuring this session\, you will learn: \n\nKey steps to legally establish a nonprofit organization\nHow to conduct a feasibility study and define your mission\nDifferences between nonprofit and for-profit operations\nRequirements for IRS Form 1023 and tax-exempt status\nBest practices for building a strong organizational foundation\n\nWho Should Attend: \n\nIndividuals exploring the idea of starting a nonprofit\nCommunity leaders and volunteers ready to take action\nAnyone seeking clarity on nonprofit requirements and processes\n\nHosted by ESCH\, a trusted nonprofit consulting organization with years of experience supporting Houston-area nonprofits\, this webinar is your first step toward creating meaningful impact in your community. URL:https://houston.impacthub.net/calendar/how-to-start-a-nonprofit-weekly-live-webinar-32/ LOCATION:Online Event CATEGORIES:connect ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://houston.impacthub.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/106512_image.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261021T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261021T130000 DTSTAMP:20260831T025144Z CREATED:20260302T025007Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T025144Z UID:10004020-1792584000-1792587600@houston.impacthub.net SUMMARY:Community. Connection. DESCRIPTION:Join Impact Hub Houston's monthly space for entrepreneurs & changemakers to be Actively HUMAN\, together. Led by Tracie Jae (The Quiet Rebel)\n\n\n\n**SUMMER PAUSE** \nDuring June & July 2026 – we invite you to join us for unstructured community co-working time. \n \nMark Your Calendar: It’s Time to Connect! \nAre you working on a solution or startup that creates positive impact in our community? Then you have a standing invitation to join Impact Hub Houston at our monthly Community. Connection. meetup — a HUMAN-centered space to step away from the grind and into community with fellow impact-driven founders. \nBetween the pitches\, the pivots\, and the pressure to always have it together\, it’s easy to forget that the most valuable resource we have is each other. That’s why we created Community. Connection. — a judgment-free zone that reminds you community isn’t just a nice-to-have — it’s essential. Whether you need to reflect\, reconnect\, recharge\, or simply remember that you’re not alone\, join us for a moment where you can stop performing and simply BE. \nCome as you are\, with whatever joys\, challenges\, or questions you’re facing right now. Celebrating a breakthrough? Navigating uncertainty? Feeling stuck or burned out? All of it is welcome here. Just bring your authentic self and a willingness to listen\, share\, and be present with others who understand the unique challenges and rewards of building something meaningful. \nCommunity. Connection. Show up\, share out\, and shine on! \n\n\n\nThis session will be facilitated by IHH Team + Community Member Tracie Jae\, The Quiet Rebel. URL:https://houston.impacthub.net/calendar/community-connection-8/ LOCATION:Impact Hub Houston\, 4201 Main St\, Houston\, TX 77002\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, US CATEGORIES:featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://houston.impacthub.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/105238_image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261110T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261110T120000 DTSTAMP:20260828T121824Z CREATED:20260306T121758Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T121824Z UID:10004056-1794308400-1794312000@houston.impacthub.net SUMMARY:How to Start a Nonprofit Webinar DESCRIPTION:Learn the essential steps to start your nonprofit. Join our monthly Tuesday webinar and get clear guidance on launching successfully.\n\n\nJoin Our Monthly Live Webinar!\nAre you considering starting a nonprofit? Join our weekly online session hosted by the Executive Service Corps of Houston (ESCH) to learn the essential steps to launch and operate a successful organization. This webinar is designed to provide clear guidance on the process\, helping you move forward with confidence. \nDuring this session\, you will learn: \n\nKey steps to legally establish a nonprofit organization\nHow to conduct a feasibility study and define your mission\nDifferences between nonprofit and for-profit operations\nRequirements for IRS Form 1023 and tax-exempt status\nBest practices for building a strong organizational foundation\n\nWho Should Attend: \n\nIndividuals exploring the idea of starting a nonprofit\nCommunity leaders and volunteers ready to take action\nAnyone seeking clarity on nonprofit requirements and processes\n\nHosted by ESCH\, a trusted nonprofit consulting organization with years of experience supporting Houston-area nonprofits\, this webinar is your first step toward creating meaningful impact in your community. URL:https://houston.impacthub.net/calendar/how-to-start-a-nonprofit-weekly-live-webinar-36/ LOCATION:Online Event CATEGORIES:connect ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://houston.impacthub.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/106512_image.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261118T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261118T130000 DTSTAMP:20260831T025145Z CREATED:20260302T025008Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T025145Z UID:10004021-1795003200-1795006800@houston.impacthub.net SUMMARY:Community. Connection. DESCRIPTION:Join Impact Hub Houston's monthly space for entrepreneurs & changemakers to be Actively HUMAN\, together. Led by Tracie Jae (The Quiet Rebel)\n\n\n\n**SUMMER PAUSE** \nDuring June & July 2026 – we invite you to join us for unstructured community co-working time. \n \nMark Your Calendar: It’s Time to Connect! \nAre you working on a solution or startup that creates positive impact in our community? Then you have a standing invitation to join Impact Hub Houston at our monthly Community. Connection. meetup — a HUMAN-centered space to step away from the grind and into community with fellow impact-driven founders. \nBetween the pitches\, the pivots\, and the pressure to always have it together\, it’s easy to forget that the most valuable resource we have is each other. That’s why we created Community. Connection. — a judgment-free zone that reminds you community isn’t just a nice-to-have — it’s essential. Whether you need to reflect\, reconnect\, recharge\, or simply remember that you’re not alone\, join us for a moment where you can stop performing and simply BE. \nCome as you are\, with whatever joys\, challenges\, or questions you’re facing right now. Celebrating a breakthrough? Navigating uncertainty? Feeling stuck or burned out? All of it is welcome here. Just bring your authentic self and a willingness to listen\, share\, and be present with others who understand the unique challenges and rewards of building something meaningful. \nCommunity. Connection. Show up\, share out\, and shine on! \n\n\n\nThis session will be facilitated by IHH Team + Community Member Tracie Jae\, The Quiet Rebel. URL:https://houston.impacthub.net/calendar/community-connection-9/ LOCATION:Impact Hub Houston\, 4201 Main St\, Houston\, TX 77002\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, US CATEGORIES:featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://houston.impacthub.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/105238_image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261208T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261208T120000 DTSTAMP:20260828T121825Z CREATED:20260306T121758Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T121825Z UID:10004059-1796727600-1796731200@houston.impacthub.net SUMMARY:How to Start a Nonprofit Webinar DESCRIPTION:Learn the essential steps to start your nonprofit. Join our monthly Tuesday webinar and get clear guidance on launching successfully.\n\n\nJoin Our Monthly Live Webinar!\nAre you considering starting a nonprofit? Join our weekly online session hosted by the Executive Service Corps of Houston (ESCH) to learn the essential steps to launch and operate a successful organization. This webinar is designed to provide clear guidance on the process\, helping you move forward with confidence. \nDuring this session\, you will learn: \n\nKey steps to legally establish a nonprofit organization\nHow to conduct a feasibility study and define your mission\nDifferences between nonprofit and for-profit operations\nRequirements for IRS Form 1023 and tax-exempt status\nBest practices for building a strong organizational foundation\n\nWho Should Attend: \n\nIndividuals exploring the idea of starting a nonprofit\nCommunity leaders and volunteers ready to take action\nAnyone seeking clarity on nonprofit requirements and processes\n\nHosted by ESCH\, a trusted nonprofit consulting organization with years of experience supporting Houston-area nonprofits\, this webinar is your first step toward creating meaningful impact in your community. URL:https://houston.impacthub.net/calendar/how-to-start-a-nonprofit-weekly-live-webinar-39/ LOCATION:Online Event CATEGORIES:connect ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://houston.impacthub.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/106512_image.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261216T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261216T130000 DTSTAMP:20260831T025145Z CREATED:20260302T025008Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T025145Z UID:10004022-1797422400-1797426000@houston.impacthub.net SUMMARY:Community. Connection. DESCRIPTION:Join Impact Hub Houston's monthly space for entrepreneurs & changemakers to be Actively HUMAN\, together. Led by Tracie Jae (The Quiet Rebel)\n\n\n\n**SUMMER PAUSE** \nDuring June & July 2026 – we invite you to join us for unstructured community co-working time. \n \nMark Your Calendar: It’s Time to Connect! \nAre you working on a solution or startup that creates positive impact in our community? Then you have a standing invitation to join Impact Hub Houston at our monthly Community. Connection. meetup — a HUMAN-centered space to step away from the grind and into community with fellow impact-driven founders. \nBetween the pitches\, the pivots\, and the pressure to always have it together\, it’s easy to forget that the most valuable resource we have is each other. That’s why we created Community. Connection. — a judgment-free zone that reminds you community isn’t just a nice-to-have — it’s essential. Whether you need to reflect\, reconnect\, recharge\, or simply remember that you’re not alone\, join us for a moment where you can stop performing and simply BE. \nCome as you are\, with whatever joys\, challenges\, or questions you’re facing right now. Celebrating a breakthrough? Navigating uncertainty? Feeling stuck or burned out? All of it is welcome here. Just bring your authentic self and a willingness to listen\, share\, and be present with others who understand the unique challenges and rewards of building something meaningful. \nCommunity. Connection. Show up\, share out\, and shine on! \n\n\n\nThis session will be facilitated by IHH Team + Community Member Tracie Jae\, The Quiet Rebel. URL:https://houston.impacthub.net/calendar/community-connection-10/ LOCATION:Impact Hub Houston\, 4201 Main St\, Houston\, TX 77002\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, US CATEGORIES:featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://houston.impacthub.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/105238_image.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR