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SUMMARY:Recursos Financieros para pequeñas Empresas
DESCRIPTION:Descubre cómo conseguir y manejar fondos para que tu pequeña empresa crezca sin complicaciones.\n\n\n¡No te pierdas Recursos Financieros para pequeñas Empresas!\nSi tienes una pequeña empresa y quieres aprender a manejar mejor tus finanzas\, este evento es para ti. Ven en persona y descubre tips útiles para acceder a recursos financieros que impulsen tu negocio. Será una oportunidad genial para conectarte con otros emprendedores y aclarar todas tus dudas. ¡Te esperamos! \nUrbe University Doral\, FL – 8:30 am \nNuestros speakers: Ray Juncosa y Adriana Madrinan – SBDC Florida
URL:https://houston.impacthub.net/calendar/recursos-financieros-para-pequenas-empresas/
LOCATION:URBE University\, 11430 Northwest 20th Street\, Doral\, FL 33172\, Doral\, FL\, 33172\, US
CATEGORIES:español
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SUMMARY:SBA Programs and Resources Workshop - Huntsville
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 and the Sam Houston State University Small Business Development Center (SBDC) 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\nBusiness counseling and technical assistance\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 \nThis Event is in Coordination with:
URL:https://houston.impacthub.net/calendar/sba-programs-and-resources-workshop-huntsville/
LOCATION:Walker Education Center at the Sam Houston Memorial Museum – President Houston Room\, 1402 19th Street\, Huntsville\, TX 77340\, Huntsville\, TX\, 77340\, US
CATEGORIES:empower
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SUMMARY:Design Your Business Backwards
DESCRIPTION:Register here: https://luma.com/f3o1spx1 Start designing freedom from day one. Most entrepreneurs build first and hope freedom shows up down the road. But working around the clock isn’t growth\, it’s a trap. Hustle\, funnels\, and social media won’t save a business that was built on the wrong foundation. ​Blue People presents: Tech and Tequila Talk – Business by Design! Join us for an exclusive\, high-impact session on the power of intentional business design. ​We’re hosting Taylor Golden to show you how to reverse the entrepreneurial order and build your business around your life\, not the other way around. Learn how to turn your greatest personal assets into a business model that makes money while giving you back your time. ​What you’ll learn: ​+The Power of Backward Design: Reverse the traditional path by prioritizing your life and freedom before building your business. ​+Fixing the Foundation: A look at why marketing funnels won’t save a poorly designed business\, and how to focus on what to build first. ​+Identity as an Asset: How aligning your business model with your core strengths simplifies pricing\, marketing\, and client acquisition. ​+Profitability vs. Freedom: A practical framework to generate sustainable revenue while getting back your time\, your family\, and yourself. ​No empty hustle culture. Just strategic blueprints\, high-level networking\, and the best tequila. ​📅 September 1st | 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM 📍 The Ion Houston ​The tequila is on us. Hosted by Blue People. ​Questions or more info here! https://www.linkedin.com/company/tech-tequila-talk/
URL:https://houston.impacthub.net/calendar/design-your-business-backwards/
LOCATION:Ion\, 4201 Main Street\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:connect
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SUMMARY:How to Start a Startup
DESCRIPTION:You have an idea…now what? \nBefore you start looking for funding\, it’s important to ensure that your idea is both viable and valuable — if it doesn’t have a sound model and a market willing to pay for it\, investors won’t be interested anyway. Join us after the session\, hosted by Heath Butler\, for a networking happy hour! Target Audience:  \nStartups and Entrepreneurs: early-stage entrepreneurs\, entrepreneurs testing ideas for a pivotCommunity Members: people with an idea for a startup but unsure what to do next\, small business ownersCorporate Innovators: intrapreneurs\, decision-makers tasked with creating and leading sustainable changeAcademic Partners: students or faculty with an idea for a startup \nAbout the Speakers:Heath Butler\, Mercury Fund Heath focuses on B2B SaaS and B2B2C Marketplace investments in future-of-work and fin-tech themes. Heath also manages the organization’s venture studio and network platform\, including corporate\, service provider\, and startup community relationships. Prior to joining Mercury\, Heath co-founded Gestalt Theory Venture Partners\, a venture studio and angel investing group. Prior to Gestalt\, Heath held leadership roles as a seasoned go-to-market and corporate development executive at Insperity (NYSE: NSP)\, the nation’s leading HR outsourcing services provider. Prior to Insperity\, Heath led business development for EnergyWorkspace.com\, founded a fin-tech startup\, and developed his foundational management skills at UPS. Outside of Mercury\, Heath is an active angel investor and advocates for democratizing access to private equity opportunities for all investors. He is an active startup in the Houston innovation community\, a mentor\, and a regular speaker/mentor within The Ion. Heath enjoys traveling with family and likes to read\, golf\, cycle\, and is an avid poker player.  
URL:https://houston.impacthub.net/calendar/how-to-start-a-startup/
LOCATION:Ion – Forum Stairs\, 4201 Main St.\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:connect
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SUMMARY:Expande tu Negocio
DESCRIPTION:¡Ven a Expande tu Negocio y aprende trucos top para hacer crecer tu emprendimiento rápido y fácil!\n\n\n¡Bienvenido a Expande tu Negocio!\n¿Quieres llevar tu empresa al siguiente nivel? Este evento presencial es para ti. Conecta con otros emprendedores\, aprende estrategias efectivas y descubre nuevas formas de crecer en el mercado. ¡No te pierdas esta oportunidad de crecer y expandir tu negocio con expertos y gente con la misma energía que tú! \n3 speakers Increibles!! \nPablo Perez Barreiro \nJulio Anleu \nChristian Marino Robalino \nVen\, participa y dale un impulso real a tu proyecto. ¡Te esperamos!
URL:https://houston.impacthub.net/calendar/expande-tu-negocio/
LOCATION:7324 Southwest Fwy\, 7324 Southwest Freeway\, Houston\, TX 77074\, Houston\, TX\, 77074\, US
CATEGORIES:español
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SUMMARY:Buying and Selling Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Join Lenny Saizan\, owner of Murphy Business & Financial – Southwest Houston\, Managing Director of Urban Capital Network\, and creator of the Legacy Maximizer exit strategy\, for a practical\, real-world discussion on selling and buying businesses. Selling or acquiring a business is one of the most significant financial decisions most entrepreneurs will ever make\, yet many owners and buyers go through the process for the first time without a clear roadmap. This session breaks down the transaction process from both sides of the table and highlights how thoughtful planning\, proper valuation\, and coordinated advice can materially impact outcomes. For business owners\, the discussion centers on how to maximize enterprise value\, prepare for a future exit\, and align business decisions with personal wealth\, tax\, and legacy goals. For buyers\, the session explores entrepreneurship through acquisition\, including how buying an existing business can reduce risk\, generate immediate cash flow\, and serve as a growth strategy for current operators. Drawing on his experience as a business broker\, investment advisor\, and financial professional\, Lenny connects the technical aspects of M&A with broader exit planning and wealth strategy considerations\, helping attendees understand not just how transactions work\, but how they fit into a bigger financial picture. Topics include:  \nCurrent market conditions and buyer demandWhen to prepare to sell or buyKey drivers of business valueHow businesses are valued in the real worldRecasting and normalizing financial statementsOverview of the sales and acquisition processThe role of advisors and the deal teamTax\, insurance\, and planning considerations before and after a transaction \nThis session is ideal for business owners considering a sale now or in the future\, prospective buyers exploring acquisition\, and professionals who support small business owners through growth and transition. Presenter \nLenny Saizan is the owner and lead broker of Murphy Business & Financial – Southwest Houston\, where he advises business owners on exit planning\, value maximization\, and business sales\, and supports buyers pursuing acquisitions and franchises. He is also the co-founder and Managing Director of Urban Capital Network\, an investment firm focused on expanding access to private investment opportunities. Earlier in his career\, Lenny spent two decades in engineering\, automation\, and oil and gas\, leading teams across operational controls\, financial controls\, and audit. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from Louisiana State University and an MBA from Tulane University. His credentials include Certified Mergers & Acquisition Professional\, Six Sigma Green Belt\, and Project Management Professional. In 2025\, he was recognized as Deal Maker of The Year at Houston Dealmakers conference.  
URL:https://houston.impacthub.net/calendar/buying-and-selling-businesses-2/
LOCATION:Ion – Conference Room 029 – 030\, 4201 Main St\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:connect
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SUMMARY:Entrepreneurship Roundtable with OPEN
DESCRIPTION:Register here: https://form.jotform.com/253065225589059 This event will be a facilitated discussion bringing together founders\, builders\, and innovators to explore what it takes to create\, scale\, and sustain meaningful ventures. Every roundtable will have different topics of discussion as well. Here is the following criteria for individuals to join: 1. Emerging Founders – Actively developing a startup\, product\, or business concept– May be pre-revenue or early revenue (<$500K ARR)Committed to launching or validating their idea within the next 12 months 2. Established Entrepreneurs – Have founded or co-founded a company (past or present)– Are seeking to scale\, pivot\, or build their “next best thing”– Have raised funding\, bootstrapped\, or achieved meaningful revenue milestones 3. Intrapreneurs & Innovators – Corporate or technical professionals building new initiatives\, divisions\, or technologies within their organizations– Interested in transitioning to entrepreneurship or investing in early-stage ventures Those who are selected will be sent a link to purchase their optional lunch ticket for $20. The cost is to cover the food. If you opt out of lunch\, the event is free.
URL:https://houston.impacthub.net/calendar/entrepreneurship-roundtable-with-open-2/
LOCATION:Ion\, 4201 Main Street\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:connect
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260903T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260903T200000
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SUMMARY:AI Operator Spotlight: Houston's Top AI Leaders Open Their Playbooks
DESCRIPTION:Register here: https://www.meetup.com/houston-ai-club/events/316056350/ The inaugural AI Operator Spotlight puts two operators on stage who have deployed AI at very different scales\, and asks them for the unfiltered version: what worked\, what broke\, and what they would do differently. CHUCK YATES\, Co-Founder\, Collide Two decades running energy private equity\, then co-founded Collide\, the first GenAI platform built for energy. Backed by Mercury Fund\, with 6\,000+ users in 122 countries. Host of the “Chuck Yates Got a Job” podcast. CHARLES JESSUP\, Sr. Manager of AI Fluency\, Raytheon Rolled AI out to roughly 100\,000 employees\, one of the largest enterprise AI deployments you will hear about firsthand\, including the assumption that turned out wrong. WHAT YOU WILL TAKE AWAY – How a purpose-built AI product went from zero to 6\,000+ users across 122 countries– What actually breaks between an AI pilot and an enterprise-wide rollout– The adoption assumptions that cost the most time to unlearn– Where AI is creating real value in Houston right now FORMAT 5:30 to 8:00 PM. Panel and live Q&A\, followed by 45 minutes of open networking with the founders\, executives\, and investors putting AI to work across the city. WHO IT IS FOR AI-curious business leaders\, founders\, operators\, and investors across energy\, aerospace\, health\, manufacturing\, and services. Come curious\, no technical background needed. DETAILS Free to attend. Free parking in the Red Lot at 4203 Fannin Street. Seating on the Forum Stairs is limited\, so please register in advance. Presented by Leon Coe (Founder\, Houston AI Club) and Ali Mamujee (Founder\, Allenix).
URL:https://houston.impacthub.net/calendar/ai-operator-spotlight-houstons-top-ai-leaders-open-their-playbooks/
LOCATION:Ion – Forum Stairs\, 4201 Main St.\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:connect
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UID:10004244-1788510600-1788517800@houston.impacthub.net
SUMMARY:Ion Networking with Cup of Joey
DESCRIPTION:What is the purpose of Cup of Joey? It is to create a connected culture of coffee shop-open networking across our region. Every Friday morning\, you’ll have the opportunity to meet new and expand your current networks\, talk about tech\, inspire innovation\, and create community. So\, what is the difference between a cup of joe and a Cup of Joe-Y? It is the WHY. It’s not what you do. It is why you do it! At the Ion\, these are questions that we want to explore with the tech and innovation community. So\, show up\, be friendly\, and make new connections. Know your why\, and we will get to the future together. The future is only a cup away. Register Here: https://www.cupofjoey.org/
URL:https://houston.impacthub.net/calendar/ion-networking-with-cup-of-joey-4/
LOCATION:Ion – Lobby\, 4201 Main St.\, Houston\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:connect
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260904T110000
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UID:10004245-1788514200-1788519600@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/
LOCATION:Ion\, 4201 Main Street\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:connect
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UID:10004246-1788516000-1788519600@houston.impacthub.net
SUMMARY:Welcome to the Ion: An Introduction and Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join the Ion’s Mentor in Residence\, Wade Pinder\, for an engaging tour and introduction to the Ion\, Houston’s dynamic hub for innovation and entrepreneurship\, powered by Rice University. This event is designed for entrepreneurs\, students\, professionals\, investors\, community leaders\, and anyone curious about what the Ion has to offer. For those new to Houston and eager to connect with the local innovation ecosystem\, this event provides the perfect opportunity to get <a href="http://started. \nThe” target=”_blank” title=”started. \nThe”>started. \nThe tour will begin in the lobby at 10:00 AM and conclude at 11:00 AM. During this time\, participants will learn about the Ion’s resources\, events\, and facilities. Highlights of the tour include the technology showcases\, coworking spaces\, public areas\, and the on-site restaurants and <a href="http://bars.About” target=”_blank” title=”bars.About”>bars.About Wade PinderWade Pinder is a dedicated advocate for Houston’s innovation community\, serving as the Ion’s Mentor in Residence. With a wealth of experience in product management\, community building\, and fostering entrepreneurial growth\, Wade offers invaluable insights into how the Ion serves as a launchpad for ideas and <a href="http://innovation.The” target=”_blank” title=”innovation.The”>innovation.The Vision of the IonPowered by Rice University\, the Ion is the epicenter of the 16-acre innovation district in the heart of Houston’s midtown. Committed to being the home for Houston’s innovation community\, the Ion District propels the transformative culture of people\, places\, ideas\, and experiences that build a better quality of life for all of <a href="http://Houston. \nThe” target=”_blank” title=”Houston. \nThe”>Houston. \nThe Ion is a beautifully restored building at 4201 Main Street. It connects Houston’s talent\, academic\, corporate\, and entrepreneurial communities in a collaborative environment designed to inspire and grow ideas. The Ion serves as a space where serendipitous collisions lead to meaningful connections and <a href="http://opportunities.What” target=”_blank” title=”opportunities.What”>opportunities.What to Expect \nCoworking Spaces: Explore flexible work areas tailored for collaboration and <a href="http://creativity.Public” target=”_blank” title=”creativity.Public”>creativity.Public Spaces: Discover spaces designed for networking\, inspiration\, and community <a href="http://events.Restaurants” target=”_blank” title=”events.Restaurants”>events.Restaurants and Bars: Experience the on-site dining options that make the Ion a lively <a href="http://hub. \nThrough” target=”_blank” title=”hub. \nThrough”>hub. \nThrough its programs and partnerships\, the Ion empowers individuals and organizations to build\, solve\, and innovate. From prototyping to pitching\, accelerating to sustaining\, the Ion is Houston’s headquarters for turning ideas into <a href="http://reality. \nWhether” target=”_blank” title=”reality. \nWhether”>reality. \nWhether you have a promising product\, an intriguing technology\, a budding business idea\, or are simply curious about the Ion and its offerings\, this tour will provide valuable insights into how the Ion can help connect your “What-ifs” with “What now.” Don’t miss this opportunity to explore and be inspired by Houston’s innovation ecosystem.
URL:https://houston.impacthub.net/calendar/welcome-to-the-ion-an-introduction-and-tour-2/
LOCATION:Ion\, 4201 Main Street\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:connect
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CREATED:20260831T111555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T111555Z
UID:10004247-1788516000-1788521400@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-5/
LOCATION:Ion\, 4201 Main Street\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:connect
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260904T113000
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CREATED:20260831T111558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T111558Z
UID:10004248-1788516000-1788521400@houston.impacthub.net
SUMMARY:Rice Tech Transfer Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:Have an idea\, startup\, or company looking for innovative technology? Meet with the Rice University Office of Technology Transfer during office hours at The Ion to explore how university research can power your next breakthrough. Our team works with startups\, entrepreneurs\, and established companies to help commercialize cutting-edge technologies developed at Rice. During these office hours\, you can: Discover Available Technologies – Learn about Rice innovations available for licensing across fields like health\, energy\, engineering\, and <a href="http://computing.Understand” target=”_blank” title=”computing.Understand”>computing.Understand the Licensing Process – Get a clear walkthrough of how to license university technology and what is required to move <a href="http://forward.Explore” target=”_blank” title=”forward.Explore”>forward.Explore Collaboration Opportunities – Discuss potential partnerships with Rice researchers and ways to turn research into real-world products. Whether you’re building a startup\, scouting new technology\, or exploring research partnerships\, stop by and connect with our team. Come with a question\, leave with a path to commercialization. Stay connected and hear about new technologies available for licensing: https://mailchi.mp/rice/new-email-signup-page
URL:https://houston.impacthub.net/calendar/rice-tech-transfer-office-hours/
LOCATION:Ion\, 4201 Main Street\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:connect
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260904T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260904T113000
DTSTAMP:20260831T111600Z
CREATED:20260831T111600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T111600Z
UID:10004249-1788517800-1788521400@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-2/
LOCATION:Ion – Lobby\, 4201 Main St.\, Houston\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:connect
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260908T130000
DTSTAMP:20260831T111608Z
CREATED:20260831T111608Z
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UID:10004250-1788868800-1788872400@houston.impacthub.net
SUMMARY:The Technology Leadership Advantage Series - For CEOs\, VCs and PE Firms
DESCRIPTION:Register Here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-technology-leadership-advantage-series-tickets-1997195321971?aff=oddtdtcreator AI success depends less on technology and more on leadership\, strategy\, accountability\, and executive decision-making. AI isn’t your biggest challenge. Leadership Is. Why most AI strategies fail before the technology does. AI has never been more accessible. Powerful models\, enterprise AI platforms\, automation tools\, and AI-enabled software are available to companies of almost every size. Yet access to AI and the ability to create business value from AI are two very different things. The difference is increasingly leadership. As AI moves from experimentation into the business\, the questions become less about what the technology can do and more about what the organization should do with it.  \nWhere should we invest?Who should own AI?Which opportunities actually matter?How much risk should we accept?How do we move successful pilots into production?Who is accountable for the business outcome? \nThese are not simply technology decisions. They are executive decisions about strategy\, capital\, operations\, customers\, risk\, governance\, talent\, and competitive position. Join Ram Prasad\, CEO of Delence\, for an executive conversation about why AI readiness starts with leadership readiness and what separates organizations experimenting with AI from those positioned to turn it into measurable business value. This isn’t a technical presentation about models\, prompts\, or the latest AI tools. It’s a conversation about leadership\, accountability\, AI\, and the executive decisions required to move from experimentation to business impact. What We’ll Discuss:  \nAI readiness versus simply having access to AI toolsWhy AI pilots can succeed while the broader AI strategy failsWho should own AI at the executive levelWhen an organization does and does not need a Chief AI OfficerHow executive accountability changes as AI moves into the businessHow to approach AI governance without stopping innovationWhy AI initiatives struggle to move from pilot to production and adoptionCommon AI leadership mistakes that create fragmented investment and unclear ownershipHow leaders connect AI investment to measurable business outcomesWhat CEOs and boards should be asking about AI now \nWho Should Attend: This session is specifically designed for CEOs\, seeded startup founders\, presidents\, investors\, private equity leaders\, operating partners\, and board members of growth-stage B2B technology and technology-enabled companies. It will be particularly relevant if your organization is evaluating AI investments\, running multiple AI pilots\, determining who should own AI\, considering whether a CAIO is needed\, developing AI governance\, or struggling to translate AI experimentation into measurable business results. If AI decisions are increasingly becoming CEO\, board\, investment\, risk\, or growth decisions\, this conversation is for you. One Question to Consider Before You Arrive –  Does your company have an AI strategy\, or a collection of AI projects? About Ram Prasad: Ram Prasad is CEO of Delence and an executive technology leader focused on the intersection of technology\, product\, AI\, and business growth. Throughout his corporate career\, Ram has worked with executive teams navigating the decisions that emerge as organizations grow when technology becomes more complex\, product priorities compete\, AI creates new possibilities\, and decisions that were once technical begin affecting growth\, risk\, and enterprise value. His perspective is built around a simple idea: Growth has a leadership problem. Ram speaks and advises on executive technology leadership\, AI strategy\, product strategy\, scaling\, and the leadership decisions that turn technology into business advantage. About Delence: Delence provides executive technology leadership to growth-stage B2B technology and technology-enabled companies. Through Fractional CAIO\, CTO and CPO leadership\, Delence works alongside CEOs and executive teams when the business needs senior technology\, product\, or AI leadership\, but a permanent executive hire may not yet be the right answer. Delence connects business strategy\, technology\, product\, AI\, and execution\, bringing executive ownership to the decisions that become more consequential as companies grow. This isn’t staffing or recruiting. It is executive leadership for the stage the business is entering.
URL:https://houston.impacthub.net/calendar/the-technology-leadership-advantage-series-for-ceos-vcs-and-pe-firms/
LOCATION:Ion\, 4201 Main Street\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:connect
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CREATED:20260814T122053Z
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UID:10004236-1788861600-1788868800@houston.impacthub.net
SUMMARY:2026 CELH & SouthState Bank Grant Orientation -
DESCRIPTION:2026 CELH & South State Bank Grant Orientation to kickstart your funding journey!\n\n\nWelcome to the 2026 CELH & South State Bank Grant Orientation! Septiembre 8\, 2026\n \nJoin us for an in-person session where we’ll walk you through everything you need to know about the grant process. This is your chance to get all your questions answered and connect with the team behind the CELH & South State Bank partnership. Don’t miss out on the insights and tips to make the most of your grant experience. See you there! \nAcompáñenos a una sesión presencial donde le explicaremos todo lo que necesita saber sobre el proceso de subvención. Esta es su oportunidad de resolver todas sus dudas y conectar con el equipo que está detrás de la colaboración entre CELH y South State Bank. No se pierda las ideas y consejos para aprovechar al máximo su experiencia con la subvención. ¡Nos vemos allí! \nRequerimientos de Participación: \n\nSer Socio de la CELH\nNegocio debe de estar registrrado con el Estado de Texas\nMáximo de 10 empleados\nMáximo 1 millon de ventas anuales\nDeclaración de Impuestos al dia (2024)\nPresentacion de Elevator Speech (01/15/2026)-Porque su negocio importa? /Why your Business Matter?
URL:https://houston.impacthub.net/calendar/2026-celh-southstate-bank-grant-orientation/
LOCATION:7324 Southwest Fwy #1088\, 7324 Southwest Freeway #1088\, Houston\, TX 77074\, Houston\, TX\, 77074\, US
CATEGORIES:español
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260909T103000
DTSTAMP:20260828T122455Z
CREATED:20260731T121940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T122455Z
UID:10004222-1788942600-1788949800@houston.impacthub.net
SUMMARY:Un Cafecito con Empresarios\, Legado Inteligente
DESCRIPTION:Un Cafecito con Empresarios\, Legado Inteligente: Cómo la ley le permite proteger su imperio\, pagar menos impuestos y asegurar su retiro.\n\n\nUn Cafecito con Empresarios\, Legado Inteligente\n¡Únete a nosotros para Un Cafecito con Empresarios\, un encuentro súper informal y enriquecedor donde compartiremos historias\, consejos y el mejor ánimo para crear un legado inteligente! Es una reunión presencial\, perfecta para conectar cara a cara\, aprender de experiencias reales y crecer juntos. ¡No te lo pierdas! \nNuestros speakers : Joel Lozada y Eleanna Citerio con ISA Agency.
URL:https://houston.impacthub.net/calendar/un-cafecito-con-empresarios-legado-inteligente/
LOCATION:VIP By La Fontaine Reception Hall\, 7758 West Tidwell Road\, Houston\, TX 77040\, Houston\, TX\, 77040\, US
CATEGORIES:español
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260910T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260910T120000
DTSTAMP:20260828T122227Z
CREATED:20260731T121931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T122227Z
UID:10004220-1789030800-1789041600@houston.impacthub.net
SUMMARY:Pasadena Small Business Resource Fair
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this event where we bring together a diverse array of organizations dedicated to supporting local businesses like yours!\n\n\nDiscover Your Path to Success! \n \nCalling all small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs in the Houston area! \n \nThe Pasadena Small Business Resource Fair is the perfect opportunity to learn about all the resources available for YOUR small business to succeed in 2026! Increase your knowledge\, listen to experts\, and get your questions answered. You will make the necessary contacts you need from small business agencies\, financial institutions\, and many more. \n \nThis is NOT a vendor registration link. It is only for attendance. Vendors are by invitation only.
URL:https://houston.impacthub.net/calendar/pasadena-small-business-resource-fair/
LOCATION:BakerRipley Pasadena Campus\, 720 Fairmont Parkway\, Pasadena\, TX 77504\, Pasadena\, TX\, 77504\, US
CATEGORIES:empower
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260910T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260910T200000
DTSTAMP:20260831T111611Z
CREATED:20260831T111611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T111611Z
UID:10004251-1789061400-1789070400@houston.impacthub.net
SUMMARY:Upstream: Digital Tech Meetup at Second Draught
DESCRIPTION:Register here: https://luma.com/timbergrove Upstream: Digital Tech Meetup – Monthly Social 🍻 No stage. No slides. No panels. Just upstream operators\, engineers\, founders\, and digital leaders getting together over beer and pizza. This is the informal side of the Upstream Digital Tech community. A casual\, vendor-light happy hour for people navigating digital change in oil and gas and wanting real conversations. It’s not a presentation. It’s not a pitch <a href="http://night.It’s” target=”_blank” title=”night.It’s”>night.It’s a room full of people who are actually doing the work. A place to: • Meet others working at the intersection of upstream and technology• Trade field stories\, lessons learned\, and hard truths• Talk AI\, IoT\, data\, automation\, and deployment realities• Build real relationships without a formal agenda Whether you’re deploying technology\, evaluating it\, building it\, or leading teams through it\, you’ll fit right in. Come as you <a href="http://are.Bring” target=”_blank” title=”are.Bring”>are.Bring a <a href="http://friend.Stay” target=”_blank” title=”friend.Stay”>friend.Stay as long as you like. 📍 Second Draught @ The Ion District\, Midtown Houston🗓️ Second Thursday of every month | ⏰ 5:30 PM 👉 Reserve your spot. Space is limited.
URL:https://houston.impacthub.net/calendar/upstream-digital-tech-meetup-at-second-draught-2/
LOCATION:Second Draught\, 4201 Main St. Suite 130\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:connect
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260910T203000
DTSTAMP:20260831T111614Z
CREATED:20260831T111614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T111614Z
UID:10004252-1789066800-1789072200@houston.impacthub.net
SUMMARY:Out in Tech Houston Monthly Mixer
DESCRIPTION:Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/out-in-tech-houston-monthly-mixer-tickets-1979625431957?aff=odcleoeventsincollection Out in Tech Houston is the local chapter for Out in Tech\, the world’s largest non-profit community of LGBTQ+ tech leaders. Out in Tech creates opportunities for our 50\,000 members to advance their careers\, grow their networks\, and leverage tech for social change. As with the other 30+ chapters around the world\, Out in Tech Houston provides an inclusive space for LGBTQ+ people and allies working in the technology industry to engage\, network\, and learn. About this Event Join our relaxed\, social-mixer event\, hosted on the second Thursday of every month. We’re looking forward to meeting you! This is the first time we are hosting our monthly mixer at The Ion\, and we hope to have many more. RSVP and save the date in your calendars for an evening you cannot miss! For more information\, contact houston@outintech.com.
URL:https://houston.impacthub.net/calendar/out-in-tech-houston-monthly-mixer/
LOCATION:Second Draught\, 4201 Main St. Suite 130\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:connect
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260911T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260911T103000
DTSTAMP:20260831T111616Z
CREATED:20260831T111616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T111616Z
UID:10004253-1789115400-1789122600@houston.impacthub.net
SUMMARY:Ion Networking with Cup of Joey
DESCRIPTION:What is the purpose of Cup of Joey? It is to create a connected culture of coffee shop-open networking across our region. Every Friday morning\, you’ll have the opportunity to meet new and expand your current networks\, talk about tech\, inspire innovation\, and create community. So\, what is the difference between a cup of joe and a Cup of Joe-Y? It is the WHY. It’s not what you do. It is why you do it! At the Ion\, these are questions that we want to explore with the tech and innovation community. So\, show up\, be friendly\, and make new connections. Know your why\, and we will get to the future together. The future is only a cup away. Register Here: https://www.cupofjoey.org/
URL:https://houston.impacthub.net/calendar/ion-networking-with-cup-of-joey-5/
LOCATION:Ion – Lobby\, 4201 Main St.\, Houston\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:connect
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260911T230000
DTSTAMP:20260831T111620Z
CREATED:20260831T111620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T111620Z
UID:10004254-1789119000-1789167600@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-2/
LOCATION:Ion\, 4201 Main Street\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:connect
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260911T113000
DTSTAMP:20260831T111623Z
CREATED:20260831T111623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T111623Z
UID:10004255-1789120800-1789126200@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-6/
LOCATION:Ion\, 4201 Main Street\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:connect
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260911T120000
DTSTAMP:20260831T111627Z
CREATED:20260831T111627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T111627Z
UID:10004256-1789120800-1789128000@houston.impacthub.net
SUMMARY:NASA Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:NASA is bringing its expertise to Houston’s innovation hub! Every other Friday\, join us for NASA’s office hours\, designed to bridge the gap between Houston’s innovators\, entrepreneurs\, and startups with NASA’s elite experts\, capabilities\, and technology.   \nLicense the Future: Discover how to utilize NASA-developed technologies and intellectual property for your own <a href="http://projects.Partner” target=”_blank” title=”projects.Partner”>projects.Partner for Growth: Explore how to grow your own goals and NASA’s mission together by leveraging unique human spaceflight capabilities and expertise from NASA Johnson Space <a href="http://Center.Build” target=”_blank” title=”Center.Build”>Center.Build the Sector: Help us grow Houston’s commercial space <a href="http://ecosystem. \nCome” target=”_blank” title=”ecosystem. \nCome”>ecosystem. \nCome with a vision\, leave with a partnership. Just come walk up and say hello\, or sign up in advance here.
URL:https://houston.impacthub.net/calendar/nasa-office-hours-4/
LOCATION:Ion\, 4201 Main Street\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:connect
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260911T113000
DTSTAMP:20260831T111630Z
CREATED:20260831T111630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T111630Z
UID:10004257-1789122600-1789126200@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-3/
LOCATION:Ion – Lobby\, 4201 Main St.\, Houston\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:connect
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260914T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260914T200000
DTSTAMP:20260831T111639Z
CREATED:20260831T111639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T111639Z
UID:10004258-1789403400-1789416000@houston.impacthub.net
SUMMARY:2026 Houston Energy & Climate Startup Week Kickoff
DESCRIPTION:Register here: https://luma.com/vz6fndi8 Kick off Houston Energy & Climate Startup Week in the Ion District! ​Join founders\, investors\, corporate leaders\, researchers\, and innovators from across Houston and beyond as we officially launch a week dedicated to advancing the future of energy and climate innovation. ​The evening begins with a keynote program featuring leaders from Houston’s energy and climate ecosystem who are helping shape what’s next for the industry. Following the program\, explore the Ion during a building-wide Open House featuring startup showcases\, corporate partners\, technology demonstrations\, and opportunities to connect with the organizations driving innovation across the region. ​Then head outside for our signature Block Party on the plaza with live music\, drinks\, bites from Ion District restaurants\, and networking with the people building Houston’s innovation ecosystem. ​Whether you’re attending Houston Energy & Climate Startup Week for the first time or returning for another year\, this is the perfect way to connect\, discover\, and kick off an exciting week of programming.
URL:https://houston.impacthub.net/calendar/2026-houston-energy-climate-startup-week-kickoff/
LOCATION:Ion – Lobby\, 4201 Main St.\, Houston\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:connect
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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
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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
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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
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T210000
DTSTAMP:20260831T111645Z
CREATED:20260831T111645Z
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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
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