Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/your-marketing-sounds-fine-thats-the-problem-tickets-1983164103218 How Purpose Helps Your Brand Stand Out (Without Sounding Like Everyone Else) If your marketing sounds “fine,” it’s probably being ignored. In this interactive workshop, Anh Nguyen, Chief Brand Amplifier at Amplified Marketing, will help you uncover why your messaging blends in—and what to do instead. This isn’t about rewriting your mission […]
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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 […]
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Our mission is to DEFEAT CYBER CRIMINALS by making cybersecurity knowledge accessible and relatable to everyone. This event creates a supportive environment for individuals starting their cybersecurity journey, those transitioning into the field, and professionals navigating job transitions—including those rebuilding confidence after layoffs. Together, we strengthen our collective defense against cyber threats while fostering career […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 market Problem Identification - Love the problem, not the solution Bootstrapping - Knowing your runway and not putting money […]
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Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/stock-market-investing-class-for-women-tickets-1982468650099?aff=oddtdtcreator Ready to learn more about investing, but don't know where to start? Join this in-person Stock Market Investing Class, designed specifically for women! Whether you're a beginner or just ready to refresh your knowledge, this interactive session will boost your confidence and help you make smarter investment moves.
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Register here: https://sblemons.com/corporate-training/#wmsevents Workshop participants will learn time-tested marketing principles and business frameworks for growth. Key benefits of the workshop include: 1) increased insight into your target customer and how to increase your revenue; 2) improved self-confidence in your marketing and communications strategies; and 3) an expanded network of business professionals with whom to collaborate […]
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Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/women-in-wealth-tickets-1983281894535?aff=oddtdtcreator Join the Alpha Woman Association Nonprofit on March 12 at The Ion Houston for a high-impact panel featuring leaders who have invested in, raised, and structured millions in venture capital, private markets, and high-growth innovation. This conversation brings together expertise in venture capital, mergers & acquisitions, AI-driven innovation, and ownership strategy — delivering real insight […]
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Register here: https://luma.com/calendar/manage/cal-SH9IrDPzLLis99Y 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 […]
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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 […]
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Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/from-click-to-completion-ai-buying-will-change-how-all-businesses-market-tickets-1984413417952?aff=oddtdtcreator As buying behavior changes, the structure behind your website, services, and offers matters more than ever. Social platforms have been flattening the buying journey for years. TikTok, Instagram, and other networks blend content and commerce into a single experience. Now AI is pushing that shift even further, moving from recommending products to […]
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Our mission is to DEFEAT CYBER CRIMINALS by making cybersecurity knowledge accessible and relatable to everyone. This event creates a supportive environment for individuals starting their cybersecurity journey, those transitioning into the field, and professionals navigating job transitions—including those rebuilding confidence after layoffs. Together, we strengthen our collective defense against cyber threats while fostering career […]
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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 […]
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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. License the Future: Discover how to utilize NASA-developed technologies and intellectual property for your own projects. Partner for Growth: Explore how […]
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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 market Problem Identification - Love the problem, not the solution Bootstrapping - Knowing your runway and not putting money […]
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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 […]
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Register here: https://www.thepromoterapp.com/events/the-connect-c-suite-edition A Leadership Exchange for CIOs, CISOs and technology professionals strengthening Houston’s Tech Ecosystem The Connect: The C-Suite Edition is a gathering designed for Houston-based CIOs, CISOs and technology professionals. This curated evening brings together senior technology and security executives for candid discussion around strategic risk, executive alignment, board accountability, and the evolving […]
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Register here: https://luma.com/0ovc5ky5 Who: Defense Tech Companies, Professionals, Investors. Houston and Rice network professionals, entreprenuers and Veterans What: Defense Tech Happy Hour with Leonid Capital Where: Late August Restaurant When: March 18th 5-7pm Why: Connect Leonid Capital with Houston Defense Tech Companies, Investors and Industry professionals in the Houston and Rice Network
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Whether you're a budding entrepreneur, a visionary startup owner, or a tech aficionado, this event is tailor-made for you. Join us and discover the indispensable value of a compelling pitch deck. About the Speakers Dr. Doug Franklin “Dr. Doug” is the CEO and Co-Founder of DeckLaunch and the COO of Fresh Tech Solutionz. He has […]
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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 […]
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Our mission is to DEFEAT CYBER CRIMINALS by making cybersecurity knowledge accessible and relatable to everyone. This event creates a supportive environment for individuals starting their cybersecurity journey, those transitioning into the field, and professionals navigating job transitions—including those rebuilding confidence after layoffs. Together, we strengthen our collective defense against cyber threats while fostering career […]
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Facilitated by Wade Pinder, Ion's Mentor in Residence Houston’s startup and innovation ecosystem is as vast and dynamic as the city itself, full of opportunities, resources, and talent. Yet, navigating it can be challenging—especially for those unfamiliar with its many parts. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, investor, educator, student, community leader or curious professional, this session […]
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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 market Problem Identification - Love the problem, not the solution Bootstrapping - Knowing your runway and not putting money […]
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Register here: https://ideastoimpactcohortgraduation.eventbrite.com 🎉 Save the Date: Ideas to Impact Accelerator Graduation & Showcase🎉 Join us as we celebrate the progress of our inaugural Ideas to Impact Accelerator cohort! Over the past few months, they’ve been in the arena: talking to customers, testing ideas, refining their offers, and building momentum. This moment is about recognizing […]
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