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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. \n 
URL:https://iondistrict.com/event/cup-of-joey-31/
LOCATION:Ion\, 4201 Main Street\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Academic Network,All Communities,Community Event,Corporate Innovators,Founders & Startups,General Community,Investors & Capital,Networking
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SUMMARY:SCORE Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:SCORE is the nation’s largest network of volunteer\, expert business mentors. Office Hours with SCORE take place each Friday morning. Additional partners will be on-site the second Friday of each month (excluding holidays).\n\nResource tables include:The Small Business AdministrationSCORE  \nSmall Business Development Center \n\n 
URL:https://iondistrict.com/event/score-office-hours-4/
LOCATION:Ion – Lower Level\, 4201 Main St.\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Academic Network,All Communities,Corporate Innovators,Founders & Startups,General Community,Investors & Capital,Networking
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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 6\,500-square-foot 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 the IPL – be sure to check out their website and sign up for their newsletter to stay connected! The 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/ion-prototyping-lab-office-hours-26-2-5/2024-03-15/
LOCATION:Ion Prototyping Lab\, 4201 Main St.\, Suite 170\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Academic Network,Founders & Startups,General Community,Hardware,Ion Prototyping Lab
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SUMMARY:Web3 Meetup: Security Token Mining
DESCRIPTION:Web3 represents a new phase of the internet\, emphasizing decentralization and blockchain technology to give users sovereignty over their data\, as opposed to the centralized control seen in Web2. This shift enables users to have ownership and control over their personal information\, transactions\, and online interactions without intermediaries. \nMiners play a critical role in securing the Web3 network. They do so by validating transactions and adding them to the blockchain\, a public ledger. This process\, known as proof of work (PoW) or proof of stake (PoS)\, depending on the blockchain\, ensures the integrity and security of the data on the network. Miners are rewarded for their efforts with cryptocurrency\, providing an economic incentive to maintain network security.\nWith advancements in technology\, even everyday devices like cell phones can contribute to network security. Through mobile mining apps and staking protocols\, individuals can participate in the network’s security processes from their smartphones. This democratizes the process of securing the network\, allowing more people to participate in and benefit from the Web3 ecosystem\, further decentralizing control and enhancing user sovereignty over data. \nAbout the Speaker \nWe are thrilled to offer a presentation by George Pate\, a highly motivated IT and cybersecurity professional with over 15 years of experience in both the private and public sectors. \nHis expertise encompasses a wide range of areas\, including but not limited to cybersecurity\, server hardware\, OSINT\, network management and software development. He has a strong background in cloud technologies and is well-versed in IT asset management and Active Directory. Additionally\, he has diverse set of skills\, including scripting in PowerShell\, UNIX\, C++\, HTML\, JavaScript\, Python\, and Bash. Outside of his professional life\, he is enthusiastic about micro green farming\, ham radios\, solar energy\, and classic car restoration. He thrives on the synergy of technologies and constantly seeks innovative solutions. His goal is to harness technology to create abundance and make a positive impact on the world. \n \n 
URL:https://iondistrict.com/event/web3-0315/
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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