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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One of the biggest challenges Angel Investors face is finding frequent and quality investment opportunities. Building a pipeline of opportunities and a network that fosters those opportunities takes time and strategy. Continuing on our education series of “Angel Investing 101,” Urban Capital Network is delivering their next session, “Sourcing and Vetting.” Whether you’ve made the […]
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Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/diaspora-africa-conference-tickets-1111771190559 The Diaspora Africa Conference is a premier gathering that brings together a diverse network of African professionals, entrepreneurs, and investors from around the globe. This dynamic event serves as a powerful platform for: * Showcasing African Innovation: Discover cutting-edge technologies, groundbreaking businesses, and innovative solutions emerging from the African continent. * Exploring […]
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Are you captivated by the endless possibilities of Virtual Reality? Join us at the Ion Prototyping Lab for a monthly Houston VR meetup. Join a diverse community for an engaging session of hardware trials, captivating demos, and engaging discussions, all revolving around the latest trends and advancements in Virtual and Augmented Reality. All are welcome […]
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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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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 […]
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What is the Ion Prototyping Lab (IPL)? The 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, […]
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Learn the basics of Additive Manufacturing at the Ion Prototyping Lab's Intro to 3D Printing workshop. Discover the potential of 3D printing as a powerful tool for rapid fabrication and prototyping. In this 3-hour workshop, participants will gain comprehensive knowledge about Additive Manufacturing technologies and the operation of Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) 3D printers. Fundamentals […]
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Curious about investing in the technologies shaping the future? Join Urban Capital Network to get insights on navigating the innovation economy, discovering how corporate employees can become investors in groundbreaking startups and emerging technologies, and how to capitalize on opportunities that are driving corporate growth and wealth creation. Speakers: Felix Chevalier, Co-Founder of Urban Capital […]
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Register here: https://www.bakerinstitute.org/event/innovation-and-future-us-research-universities-dialogue-between-presidents Research universities are engines of innovation, economic growth, and social mobility. They educate millions, drive scientific and technological discovery, and help sustain U.S. global competitiveness, demonstrating their vital role as a public good. In an interconnected and rapidly changing world, how can American research universities best serve the public? Join Baker Institute […]
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Send an email to marketing@igloovision.com if you would like to attend. As part of a panel discussion followed by a networking lunch and a demo of the Igloo Vision immersive space at the Ion, discover how BP leverages digital twins to drive advancements in the energy sector, enabling immersive collaboration across projects lifecycle. With BaselineZ, […]
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What is the Ion Prototyping Lab (IPL)? The 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, […]
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Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1140955611949 Join the Houston Methodist Tech Hub at Ion for their leadership speaker series presentation by Tesha Montgomery. Tesha Montgomery is Senior Vice President, System Patient Access at Houston Methodist. She will speak about how Houston Methodist takes an innovative approach to improving patient access as well as highlighting women in healthcare leadership. […]
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Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ev-club-at-the-ion-tickets-1236337371359 Free parking at the Ion District parking garage for 2 hours. 2-hours free charging too. Chat with others over beer about what the myths and advantages are to driving an EV. Find out how other brands make mobility possible (or impossible).
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Analyze. Innovate. Disrupt. QVIDTVM and The Ion are teaming up to host Greater Houston’s most exciting tech and data competition of the year! We’re calling on data scientists, analysts, developers, and innovators of ALL backgrounds to join us for a groundbreaking Hack Day focused on real estate analytics. The Challenge: What is the total value […]
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We want HOU! Join us to discover NASA’s toughest tech challenges—and apply your skills and expertise to solve them. This month NASA Tech Talks is partnering with the Rice Space Institute to bring you Kelli Kedis Ogborn, the Vice President for Space Commerce and Entrepreneurship at the Space Foundation, speaking on the “Galactic Gold Rush: […]
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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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What is the Ion Prototyping Lab (IPL)? The 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, […]
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Learn the basics of 2D CAD in Fusion360 at the Ion Prototyping Lab. Through hands-on projects, students in this workshop will be guided through Autodesk Fusion 360’s Cloud-Based, parametric modeling tools. This is an introductory class geared toward anyone looking to build projects for 2D Sketching and vector drawing. No prior CAD experience is necessary! […]
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What is the Ion Prototyping Lab (IPL)? The 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, […]
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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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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. 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 […]
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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 […]
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What is the Ion Prototyping Lab (IPL)? The 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, […]
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Learn the basics of 2D Fabrication at the Ion Prototyping Lab's Intro to Laser Cutting workshop. Discover the versatility of laser cutting and its role in rapid prototyping and fabricating. In this 3-hour workshop, participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of Subtractive Manufacturing technology and the operation of an industrial laser cutter. Material Compatibility: Learn about […]
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