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SUMMARY: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. \nSo\, 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! \nAt 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. \nThe future is only a cup away.
URL:https://iondistrict.com/event/cup-of-joey-1117/
LOCATION:Ion\, 4201 Main Street\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Academic Network,All Communities,Corporate Innovators,Founders & Startups,General Community,Investors & Capital,Networking
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SUMMARY:Agility at Scale (P. 2)
DESCRIPTION:Global Custom Commerce (GCC)\, a Home Depot company\, in collaboration with Ion\, is thrilled to present a new\, educational event series\, “Agility at Scale\,” designed to equip startups and corporates alike with the knowledge and strategies to thrive in today’s dynamic market. In this four-part series\, industry experts from GCC\, a trailblazing tech company formerly known as Blinds.com\, will guide you through the dynamic landscape of innovation mindsets\, the art of recruiting for a culture of excellence\, strategies for scaling effectively\, and the best practices for achieving agility at scale. \nDiscover new insights\, gain actionable strategies\, and connect with like-minded professionals who are passionate about fostering innovation and growth. Whether you’re a startup looking to establish a strong foundation or an established corporation seeking to adapt and thrive in an ever-changing business environment\, “Agility at Scale\,” is for you. \nSeries topics and dates include:   \nOctober 27\, 2023 – Agile Mindset and Culture: Embark on a transformative journey into the world of agility at scale with this introductory session. Gain a foundational understanding of the principles and concepts that will set the stage for a dynamic series\, and then dive deep into cultivating an agile mindset across your organizations\, from recruitment to metrics. Learn why burns up trump Gantt charts and explore the power of BUM. \nNovember 17\, 2023 – Fireteams: Uncover the history and principles of these high-performing teams with discussions on passing down autonomy while maintaining responsibility. Learn why there is no “chief architect\,” and why the product manager (PM) ≠ CEO of a product. \nJanuary 05\, 2024 – Scaling Up: Navigate the complexities of scaling\, from managing budgets and deadlines to defining clear boundaries for stories\, epics\, and projects. \nFebruary 09\, 2024 – Common Mistakes and Lessons Learned: Benefit from GCC’s agile journey by examining their mistakes and lessons learned. Gain valuable insights to avoid common pitfalls in your own agile transformation. \nFor more information about the series\, email Ragen Doyle\, Corporate Engagement Officer\, at rdoyle@ionhouston.com.
URL:https://iondistrict.com/event/agility-at-scale-p-2/
LOCATION:4201 Main Street\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Corporate Innovators,Data & Analytics,Founders & Startups,General Community,Human Performance,Investors & Capital,Open Accelerator
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SUMMARY:Ion Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:How can our Office Hours at the Ion help you?  \nOffice Hours at the Ion aims to support people coming to the Ion who are seeking their next step in taking their idea to an enterprise by creating pathways to the next steps toward success for entrepreneurs and small business owners. For example\, maybe you have a draft business plan and need a mentor. Perhaps you are a small business and need funding. Or\, maybe you are considering starting a business and need initial marketing support to develop a brand. That is where we can help! \nOffice Hours at the Ion exist to introduce people to the Ion and our events\, resources\, and programs that support the entrepreneurial journey. \nThis event is in collaboration with SCORE and SBA\, who will be available to help entrepreneurs and small business owners execute their business idea. The Small Business Administration will be on-site the second Friday of the month. SCORE will have a table on-site each Friday. \nOur office hours will occur immediately after our Cup of Joey networking event in the Lobby. 
URL:https://iondistrict.com/event/ion-office-hours-1117/
LOCATION:Ion\, 4201 Main Street\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Academic Network,All Communities,Founders & Startups,General Community,Networking
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SUMMARY:Houston Methodist Tech Hub Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:Houston Methodist Tech Hub at Ion will host a series of Office Hours through the end of 2023. Interested in meeting the team and sharing your ideas? Fill out our sign-up form in order to be added to our email list\, where we will share upcoming events\, office hours registration\, and our e-newsletter. \nRemaining 2023 Office Hours: \n\nOct 27th\, 10am-12pm\nNov 3rd\, 10am-12pm\nNov 17th\, 10am-12pm\nDec 1st\, 10am-12pm\nDec 15th\, 10am-12pm
URL:https://iondistrict.com/event/houston-methodist-tech-hub-office-hours/2023-11-17/
LOCATION:Ion\, 4201 Main Street\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Founders & Startups,MedTech/HealthTech
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SUMMARY:Sewing 201 at Ion Prototyping Lab
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Ion Prototyping Lab for Sewing 201: Mending & Alterations \nIon Prototyping Lab has partnered with HTX Sewn Goods to bring you a 2.5-hour workshop where you can dive deeper into the art of sewing with a focus on mending and alterations. This interactive session will cover essential skills to mend\, repair\, revitalize\, and upcycle your favorite garments\, allowing a sustainable and stylish wardrobe. Bring a piece of clothing that needs mending or alteration and by the end of the Sewing 201 workshop\, not only will you have gained hands-on experience\, but you’ll also have repaired and revitalized a unique\, one-of-a-kind creation. \nWhether you’ve attended our Sewing 101 workshop or have little home sewing experience\, this class is designed to help you become more proficient and confident in sewing. Join us for a fun and eco-friendly journey\, turning your wardrobe into a canvas for your creativity while learning home sewing\, reducing waste\, and paving the way for countless future soft goods projects. \nTake advantage of this exciting opportunity to learn a new skill and meet other sewing enthusiasts in your community. Register now to reserve your spot!
URL:https://iondistrict.com/event/sewing-201-at-ion-prototyping-lab/
LOCATION:Ion Prototyping Lab\, 4201 Main St.\, Suite 170\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Communities,Founders & Startups,General Community,Ion Prototyping Lab
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SUMMARY:Ion Prototyping Lab Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:What is the Ion Prototyping Lab (IPL)?\nThe Ion Prototyping Lab is where your ideas meet the designers\, engineers\, and fabricators that can make them a reality. Located at The Ion\, the intersection of Houston’s culture\, creativity\, and innovation. Our 6500 sq. ft. site offers access to equipment\, engineers\, and technical training–a must for every inventor\, innovator\, and creator. \nThe Ion Prototyping Lab Office Hours offer entrepreneurs a chance to engage an expert one-on-one and explore options for building or producing their devices. Everyone from seasoned entrepreneurs to educators or “just a person with an idea” is welcome. Walk-ins are served on a first-come\, first-served basis. \nThe initial discussion is at no cost\, but subsequent meetings may require a consultation fee.\nFor more information about IPL – be sure to check out their website and sign up for their newsletter to stay connected! IPL offers various classes/workshops throughout the month – be sure to check out their calendar to register.\nInterested in signing up for a membership? Click here
URL:https://iondistrict.com/event/ipl-office-hours-1117/
LOCATION:Ion Prototyping Lab\, 4201 Main St.\, Suite 170\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Academic Network,All Communities,Founders & Startups,General Community,Hardware,Ion Prototyping Lab
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SUMMARY:Aramco Ventures Office Hours at the Ion
DESCRIPTION:Representatives from Aramco North America’s corporate venturing arm\, Aramco Ventures\, will be onsite at the Ion every other Friday right after “Cup of Joey” from 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM to meet with startups and and entrepreneurs interested in discussing their company or technology with Aramco’s investment team. \nAramco is a world-leading integrated energy and chemicals company. The mission of their strategic venturing program is to invest globally into start-up and high-growth companies with technologies of strategic importance to Aramco\, and to accelerate their development and deployment across Aramco’s operations. \nPrior to registering\, you are encouraged to read more about Aramco Ventures’ investment philosophy and portfolio companies here: https://aramcoventures.com/ \nPlease note that space is limited\, and meetings are allocated on a first-come\, first-serve basis. Should you have any questions\, please email Ragen Doyle\, Corporate Engagement Officer\, at rdoyle@ionhouston.com. \n 
URL:https://iondistrict.com/event/aramco-ventures-office-hours-at-the-ion-25/
LOCATION:Ion – Lower Level\, 4201 Main St.\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Clean Energy,CleanTech,Corporate Innovators,Founders & Startups,Investors & Capital
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