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SUMMARY:Perfecting Your Pitch
DESCRIPTION: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. \nAbout the Speakers \nDr. Doug Franklin \n“Dr. Doug” is the CEO and Co-Founder of DeckLaunch and the COO of Fresh Tech Solutionz. He has fifteen years of management\, marketing\, and operations experience\, including opportunities with iconic firms such as Coca-Cola\, ExxonMobil\, and RJ Reynolds. Dr. Franklin is also a leading scholar that has presented at more than a dozen conferences and has published in peer-reviewed journals such as The Leadership Quarterly and The Journal of the Texas Alliance of Black School Educators. Dr. Franklin graduated with a Doctoral Degree in Ethical Leadership from the University of St. Thomas Houston and currently teaches Quantitative and Mixed Research Methods at UST. \nDerrell Noris \nWith more than ten years dedicated to developing business operations and software development\, Noris is currently the Co-Founder and CTO of Deck Launch and the CEO of Fresh Tech Solutionz. Both successful startups provide services to growing businesses looking to mobilize their outreach further. \nNicholas Mbaezue-Daniel Jr. \nNick is the founder of Egis Project Management LLC\, a project management firm dedicated to supporting entrepreneurs and small businesses for projects in the industries of Construction\, Technology\, and Business Enterprise. He also serves as Director of Project Management for Fresh Tech Solutionz and as Chief Operations Officer at DeckLaunch LLC. Nicholas considers himself a servant of entrepreneurship because he sees entrepreneurship as a major vehicle to uplift the community.
URL:https://iondistrict.com/event/perfecting-your-pitch-33/
LOCATION:Ion – Conference Room 028\, 4201 Main St.\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Founders & Startups,General Community,Networking,Start Here
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260416T190000
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SUMMARY:Houston Startup Speedrun
DESCRIPTION:The Houston Startup Speedrun is an intensive and fast-paced program designed to provide both early-stage founders and aspiring entrepreneurs with a comprehensive understanding of the Startup Founder’s Journey and the Houston startup ecosystem through a carefully curated curriculum consisting of 10 consecutive 50-minute sessions. Wade Pinder\, your host and facilitator\, is an experienced and trusted ecosystem guide for many Houston-based stakeholders. With a focus on efficiency and accommodating the schedules of full-time working professionals\, this program aims to quickly give you a “lay of the land” while preparing you for your entrepreneurial journey.
URL:https://iondistrict.com/event/houston-startup-speedrun-5/
LOCATION:Ion\, 4201 Main Street\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260417T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260417T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T205113
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T225437Z
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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. \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. \nRegister Here: https://www.cupofjoey.org/
URL:https://iondistrict.com/event/ion-networking-with-cup-of-joey-34/2026-04-17/
LOCATION:Ion – Lobby\, 4201 Main St.\, Houston\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:3rd Party Registration,Academic Network,Community Event,Corporate Innovators,Founders & Startups,General Community,Investors & Capital,Networking,Office Hours,Start Here
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260417T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260417T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T205113
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SUMMARY:Mapping Houston's Innovation Ecosystem
DESCRIPTION:Facilitated by Wade Pinder\, Ion’s Mentor in Residence \nHouston’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 will offer valuable insights into how Houston’s innovation ecosystem works and how you can find your place within it. \nDiscover the Houston Ecosystem’s Flow\nFacilitated by Wade Pinder\, the Ion’s Mentor in Residence\, this session will help participants map out the journey needed to take an idea from concept to a mature company. Wade brings years of experience in product management\, community building\, and mentoring entrepreneurs to the table\, offering a thoughtful and informed perspective to guide this exploration. \nThe heart of the session lies in exploring a dynamic mind map that Wade has created and continues to refine—an ever-evolving\, community-driven tool that grows alongside Houston’s innovation ecosystem. Attendees will not only learn about the ecosystem’s flow but also have the opportunity to contribute to it by identifying gaps\, sharing knowledge\, and adding their insights. \nThis session will center on the stages of a company’s growth journey\, exploring the essential elements that drive it forward. Participants will examine the role of financial capital\, from early fundraising efforts to securing the resources needed for scaling\, and how these milestones align with a company’s progression. The discussion will also delve into the human element of growing a business\, highlighting the evolving talent and expertise required to navigate the entrepreneurial journey. Additionally\, we’ll explore the importance of “social capital”—the networks\, support systems\, and relationships that play a critical role in moving ideas to market and sustaining long-term growth. \nIon’s Vision\nHelping the community better understand the local ecosystem reflects the Ion’s commitment “to being the home for Houston’s innovation community.” By fostering connections\, creating opportunities\, and sharing perspectives\, the Ion is building a transformative culture that strengthens Houston’s economic resiliency and celebrates the entrepreneurial journey. \nFrom forming an initial entrepreneurial idea to the prototyping phase to scaling a business\, this Houston Ecosystem Mapping session aligns with the Ion’s goals to support innovation\, attract talent\, and build a vibrant ecosystem. \nWho Should Attend?\nThis session is ideal for: \n\nEntrepreneurs looking to understand greater Houston’s resources.\nInvestors curious about the local startup landscape.\nProfessionals and students wanting to connect with the innovation community.\nAnyone passionate about Houston’s growth as a hub for innovation and entrepreneurship.\nInnovators who have recently moved to greater Houston and are looking to get “plugged in” to the local scene.\nCommunity leaders and service providers that support (or want to support) the innovation ecosystem.
URL:https://iondistrict.com/event/mapping-houstons-innovation-ecosystem-3/
LOCATION:Ion – Conference Room 027\, 4201 Main St\, Houston\, TX\, 77002
CATEGORIES:Founders & Startups,General Community,Networking,Start Here
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260417T113000
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SUMMARY:Startup Circle Houston 💫
DESCRIPTION:Startup Circle Houston 💫 brings together founders\, teammates\, experts and newbies of startups in Greater Houston! Past topics include: \nTraction + Funding Stage Identification – What stage are you really at?\nICP – Seeking your beachhead market\nProblem Identification – Love the problem\, not the solution\nBootstrapping – Knowing your runway and not putting money on fire. 🔥\nFounder capacity\, 10xing and recruiting for your weaknesses. 🚀\n\nLinkedIn Group: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/16537030/
URL:https://iondistrict.com/event/startup-circle-houston-%f0%9f%92%ab-6/2026-04-17/
LOCATION:Ion – Lobby\, 4201 Main St.\, Houston\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:3rd Party Registration,Academic Network,Community Event,Corporate Innovators,Founders & Startups,General Community,Investors & Capital,Networking,Office Hours,Start Here
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260423T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260423T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T205113
CREATED:20251219T211527Z
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SUMMARY:NASA Tech Talks
DESCRIPTION:We want HOU! Join us to discover NASA’s toughest tech challenges–and apply your skills and expertise to solve them.In these presentations\, occurring the fourth Thursdays of the month\, Mr. Montgomery Goforth and other aerospace subject matter experts will discuss the technology development challenges faced by NASA’s Johnson Space Center and the surrounding Aerospace community in our ongoing efforts as the hub of human spaceflight. Presentations will focus on the ways in which these challenges\, and the associated opportunities\, can be leveraged by Houston’s innovation community.Join us after the talk for drinks and networking at Second Draught!Past NASA Tech Talks have included: Montgomery B. Goforth discussing NASA Intellectual Property suitable for commercialization by small/start-up companies; Jared Daum discussing Orion’s parachutes and risk identification and mitigation that are showstoppers for the spaceflight parachute industry; Kevin Kobylka discussing current Guidance\, Navigation\, and Control (GNC) capabilities and needs; and Nick Skytland\, Chief Technologist at the Johnson Space Center (JSC) and Director of the Business Development and Technology Integration Office. Future NASA Tech Talks will include: dual-use (space/terrestrial) technologies in the areas of: \n\n\n\nAvionics / Communication / Sensors\nRadio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology for ultra-long lived wireless sensors\nPower Storage and Distribution\nAutonomous & Robotics Systems\nExtra-Vehicular Activity (EVA) Systems\nVirtual/Augmented Reality in Human Spaceflight Training & Execution\nHuman Health & Performance / Human Systems Research\n\nAbout the Speakers \nMontgomery B. Goforth has more than 40 years of experience as both Engineer and Manager in a variety of highly technical space and defense-related efforts.  After working for a small defense contractor specializing in anti-submarine warfare\, he joined NASA’s Johnson Space Center in 1990.  He has held leadership positions in multiple JSC Directorates and Program Offices. In his current role as Assistant Director of the JSC Engineering Directorate\, he has established a framework to better focus Engineering’s efforts towards Human Spaceflight technology and systems development consistent with JSC and Agency goals for exploration. He has used this framework to guide Engineering’s internal investments and external partnerships supporting Lunar and Mars Exploration. Mr. Goforth was born in East Texas\, raised in Southern California and Arizona\, and graduated from Rice University (BSME 1982\, MSME 1987). \nNASA Tech Talks topics include dual-use (space/terrestrial) technologies and focus areas in:\n\n\n\nAvionics / Communication / Sensors\nRadio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology for ultra-long-lived wireless sensors\nPower Storage and Distribution\nAutonomous & Robotics Systems\nExtra-Vehicular Activity (EVA) Systems\nVirtual/Augmented Reality in Human Spaceflight Training & Execution\nHuman Health & Performance / Human Systems Research\nNASA Intellectual Property suitable for commercialization by small/start-up companies\nOrion’s parachutes and risk identification and mitigation strategies\nLeveraging Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology for ultra-long-lived wireless sensors
URL:https://iondistrict.com/event/nasa-tech-talks-24/
LOCATION:Ion\, 4201 Main Street\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Aerospace,Founders & Startups,General Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260424T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260424T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T205113
CREATED:20250729T190850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T225437Z
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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. \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. \nRegister Here: https://www.cupofjoey.org/
URL:https://iondistrict.com/event/ion-networking-with-cup-of-joey-34/2026-04-24/
LOCATION:Ion – Lobby\, 4201 Main St.\, Houston\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:3rd Party Registration,Academic Network,Community Event,Corporate Innovators,Founders & Startups,General Community,Investors & Capital,Networking,Office Hours,Start Here
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260424T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260424T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T205113
CREATED:20260223T143613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T143613Z
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SUMMARY:Startup Circle Houston 💫
DESCRIPTION:Startup Circle Houston 💫 brings together founders\, teammates\, experts and newbies of startups in Greater Houston! Past topics include: \nTraction + Funding Stage Identification – What stage are you really at?\nICP – Seeking your beachhead market\nProblem Identification – Love the problem\, not the solution\nBootstrapping – Knowing your runway and not putting money on fire. 🔥\nFounder capacity\, 10xing and recruiting for your weaknesses. 🚀\n\nLinkedIn Group: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/16537030/
URL:https://iondistrict.com/event/startup-circle-houston-%f0%9f%92%ab-6/2026-04-24/
LOCATION:Ion – Lobby\, 4201 Main St.\, Houston\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:3rd Party Registration,Academic Network,Community Event,Corporate Innovators,Founders & Startups,General Community,Investors & Capital,Networking,Office Hours,Start Here
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260424T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260424T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T205113
CREATED:20260113T211318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T183344Z
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SUMMARY:Houston Methodist Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Houston Methodist Tech Hub at Ion on select Friday mornings for Office Hours to meet with the Center for Innovation team. \nDo you have an idea for an innovative healthcare solution? Do you work on technology in another industry that could be applicable to healthcare? Do you want to learn more about how hospital systems work with innovators? Come meet with us!
URL:https://iondistrict.com/event/houston-methodist-office-hours-9/
LOCATION:Ion\, 4201 Main Street\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:3rd Party Registration,MedTech/HealthTech,Office Hours,Register on Eventbrite
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260428T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260428T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T205113
CREATED:20260403T215757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T215757Z
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SUMMARY:Greater Houston Business Procurement Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:Join the B2G Victory Team and come by our table at the Greater Houston Business Procurement Forum (GHBP) January. \nBreakfast Served: 8:00AM- 9:00AM \nThe GHBP is excited to: \n\nProvide a venue that “Makes Business Happen” for Houston’s small and minority business community and the community at large.\nConnects key contacts that lead to contracts and financing\nFacilitate  management and technical assistance\nAssist in the growth and development of the Houston Community\nGenerates real business Success Stories\n\nFor more information about the Greater Houston Business Procurement (GHBP) Forum\, visit: https://ghbpf.org/contact/#calendar-fe92efaa-617b-4a09-bd7f-7e198bdab716-event-m681n7cz
URL:https://iondistrict.com/event/greater-houston-business-procurement-breakfast-8/
LOCATION:Ion\, 4201 Main Street\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Academic Network,Corporate Innovators,Founders & Startups,General Community,Investors & Capital,Mentorship,Networking,Start Here
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260430T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260430T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T205113
CREATED:20260126T191558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T203404Z
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SUMMARY:Angel Investing 101
DESCRIPTION: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 the investment ecosystem. \nJoin the Innovation Center for Urban Entrepreneurship team for an evening of learning\, discussion and possibilities as we explore the basics of angel investing and the role it plays in bringing new products and services to market and the impact it has on wealth and job creation.. At this event\, you’ll learn the key components to successfully navigate the critical-path of investing in private\, early-stage companies. \nThis session is ideal for the following investment related stakeholders: \n\nProspective Angel Investors who want to learn more about the world of Angel Investing\nInvestment Advisors (RIA/FA) who are looking for alternative investments for their clients\nEntrepreneurs who want to learn more about what Angels are looking for in their deals\nEntrepreneurs who want to meet/network with Angel Investors\n\nIon District Investor Activation Program: \nThe Houston Ion District Investor Activation Program along with Urban Capital Network is helping build an equitable climatetech industry capable of rapid deployment by addressing a fundamental challenge: the region’s lack of funding for early-stage climatetech startups\, and especially for those led by underrepresented founders. \nThis program from Greentown Labs and the Ion brings early-stage investors from Greater Houston—a region playing a pivotal role in the energy transition—into the fold\, offering education on climatetech investing\, channeling a pool of capital to young startups\, and catalyzing a thriving climatetech investment ecosystem that prioritizes diversity\, equity\, and inclusion. \nIf you would like to join the program\, please fill out this form\, and if you have additional questions\, please contact Juliana Bernal Martinez at jbernal@greentownlabs.com.
URL:https://iondistrict.com/event/angel-investing-101-5/
LOCATION:Ion – Conference Room 032\, 4201 Main St\, Houston
CATEGORIES:Founders & Startups,Investors & Capital,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260501T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260501T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T205113
CREATED:20250729T190850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T225437Z
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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. \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. \nRegister Here: https://www.cupofjoey.org/
URL:https://iondistrict.com/event/ion-networking-with-cup-of-joey-34/2026-05-01/
LOCATION:Ion – Lobby\, 4201 Main St.\, Houston\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:3rd Party Registration,Academic Network,Community Event,Corporate Innovators,Founders & Startups,General Community,Investors & Capital,Networking,Office Hours,Start Here
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260501T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260501T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T205113
CREATED:20260223T143613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T143613Z
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SUMMARY:Startup Circle Houston 💫
DESCRIPTION:Startup Circle Houston 💫 brings together founders\, teammates\, experts and newbies of startups in Greater Houston! Past topics include: \nTraction + Funding Stage Identification – What stage are you really at?\nICP – Seeking your beachhead market\nProblem Identification – Love the problem\, not the solution\nBootstrapping – Knowing your runway and not putting money on fire. 🔥\nFounder capacity\, 10xing and recruiting for your weaknesses. 🚀\n\nLinkedIn Group: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/16537030/
URL:https://iondistrict.com/event/startup-circle-houston-%f0%9f%92%ab-6/2026-05-01/
LOCATION:Ion – Lobby\, 4201 Main St.\, Houston\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:3rd Party Registration,Academic Network,Community Event,Corporate Innovators,Founders & Startups,General Community,Investors & Capital,Networking,Office Hours,Start Here
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260505T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260505T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T205113
CREATED:20260323T191221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T191221Z
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SUMMARY:EOS Workshop: Get a Grip on Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/eos-workshop-get-a-grip-on-your-business-tickets-1984702607927 \nJoin EOS in person to master tools that help you grab control and boost your business like a pro! \n\n\n\n\nEOS Workshop: Get a Grip on Your Business\nAre you running your business\, or is your business running you? Most entrepreneurs find themselves wrestling with “136 issues” all at once—people problems\, stagnant profits\, and the feeling of hitting a ceiling . \nIn this interactive three-hour workshop\, they move beyond the theory of management fads to give you a complete\, proven system of simple\, practical tools used by over 30\,000 companies globally. This is a “working” session designed to help you see your business in a whole new way. \nWhat they will cover: \n\nThe Six Key Components: They will dive deep into the EOS Model to identify which of the six areas of your business are holding you back .\nThe Vision/Traction Organizer (VTO): They will begin answering the 8 critical questions required to get your entire team 100% on the same page.\nBuilding Your 10-Year Target: You will walk away with a crystallized\, specific “North Star” for your organization .\nThe Issues Solving Track: Learn how to identify\, discuss\, and solve (IDS) your business’s biggest hurdles for the long term.\n\nThe Promise: This isn’t just another seminar. You will leave this workshop with a clear list of action steps and a set of road-tested tools you can implement the very next morning to start getting what you want from your business.
URL:https://iondistrict.com/event/eos-workshop-get-a-grip-on-your-business/
LOCATION:Ion\, 4201 Main Street\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:3rd Party Registration,All Communities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260507T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260507T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T205113
CREATED:20250331T194628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T165953Z
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SUMMARY:Ion Block Party + 4th Annual Crawfish Cookoff
DESCRIPTION:This special edition of Block Party is our 4th Annual Crawfish Cookoff\, showcasing Ion businesses.\nPrepare for an epic battle as Ion businesses show off their culinary talents in a sizzling showdown to claim the title of the Best Tasting Crawfish! Who will emerge victorious in this tasty turf war? You be the judge!\n \nEvery guest who registers and checks in will receive one free drink ticket that can be redeemed at Second Draught. Guests will receive a small sample of crawfish\, and only while supplies last (which won’t last long). If crawfish run out\, stick around and enjoy the community at the Ion! \n\nCheck back soon to see the competing teams! Last year’s teams included: \n\nIon/Rice Alliance\nTranswestern\nBlack at Microsoft (BAM)\nUnited Protective Services\nNexus\nPersonaAI\nSouth Main Baptist\nLate August\nLymbar\nPickleLab/Sports Monkey
URL:https://iondistrict.com/event/ion-block-party-4th-annual-crawfish-cookoff/
LOCATION:Ion Plaza\, 4201 Main St.\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,General Community,Networking
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260508T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260508T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T205113
CREATED:20250729T190850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T225437Z
UID:10004062-1778229000-1778236200@iondistrict.com
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. \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. \nRegister Here: https://www.cupofjoey.org/
URL:https://iondistrict.com/event/ion-networking-with-cup-of-joey-34/2026-05-08/
LOCATION:Ion – Lobby\, 4201 Main St.\, Houston\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:3rd Party Registration,Academic Network,Community Event,Corporate Innovators,Founders & Startups,General Community,Investors & Capital,Networking,Office Hours,Start Here
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://iondistrict.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/CoJ1.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260508T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260508T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T205113
CREATED:20260223T143613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T143613Z
UID:10004837-1778236200-1778239800@iondistrict.com
SUMMARY:Startup Circle Houston 💫
DESCRIPTION:Startup Circle Houston 💫 brings together founders\, teammates\, experts and newbies of startups in Greater Houston! Past topics include: \nTraction + Funding Stage Identification – What stage are you really at?\nICP – Seeking your beachhead market\nProblem Identification – Love the problem\, not the solution\nBootstrapping – Knowing your runway and not putting money on fire. 🔥\nFounder capacity\, 10xing and recruiting for your weaknesses. 🚀\n\nLinkedIn Group: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/16537030/
URL:https://iondistrict.com/event/startup-circle-houston-%f0%9f%92%ab-6/2026-05-08/
LOCATION:Ion – Lobby\, 4201 Main St.\, Houston\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:3rd Party Registration,Academic Network,Community Event,Corporate Innovators,Founders & Startups,General Community,Investors & Capital,Networking,Office Hours,Start Here
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://iondistrict.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Startup-Circle-Houston.jpeg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260514T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260514T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T205113
CREATED:20260223T145113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T145113Z
UID:10004810-1778779800-1778788800@iondistrict.com
SUMMARY:Upstream: Digital Tech Meetup at Second Draught
DESCRIPTION:Register here: https://luma.com/calendar/manage/cal-SH9IrDPzLLis99Y \nUpstream: Digital Tech Meetup – Monthly Social 🍻 \nNo stage. No slides. No panels. \nJust upstream operators\, engineers\, founders\, and digital leaders getting together over beer and pizza. \nThis 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. \nIt’s not a presentation. It’s not a pitch night.\nIt’s a room full of people who are actually doing the work. \nA place to: \n• Meet others working at the intersection of upstream and technology\n• Trade field stories\, lessons learned\, and hard truths\n• Talk AI\, IoT\, data\, automation\, and deployment realities\n• Build real relationships without a formal agenda \nWhether you’re deploying technology\, evaluating it\, building it\, or leading teams through it\, you’ll fit right in. \nCome as you are.\nBring a friend.\nStay as long as you like. \n📍 Second Draught @ The Ion District\, Midtown Houston\n🗓️ Second Thursday of every month | ⏰ 5:30 PM \n👉 Reserve your spot. Space is limited.
URL:https://iondistrict.com/event/upstream-digital-tech-meetup-at-second-draught/2026-05-14/
LOCATION:Second Draught\, 4201 Main St. Suite 130\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://iondistrict.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Upstream-FB-Event-v002-1.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260515T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260515T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T205113
CREATED:20250729T190850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T225437Z
UID:10004063-1778833800-1778841000@iondistrict.com
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. \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. \nRegister Here: https://www.cupofjoey.org/
URL:https://iondistrict.com/event/ion-networking-with-cup-of-joey-34/2026-05-15/
LOCATION:Ion – Lobby\, 4201 Main St.\, Houston\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:3rd Party Registration,Academic Network,Community Event,Corporate Innovators,Founders & Startups,General Community,Investors & Capital,Networking,Office Hours,Start Here
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://iondistrict.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/CoJ1.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260515T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260515T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T205113
CREATED:20260223T143613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T143613Z
UID:10004838-1778841000-1778844600@iondistrict.com
SUMMARY:Startup Circle Houston 💫
DESCRIPTION:Startup Circle Houston 💫 brings together founders\, teammates\, experts and newbies of startups in Greater Houston! Past topics include: \nTraction + Funding Stage Identification – What stage are you really at?\nICP – Seeking your beachhead market\nProblem Identification – Love the problem\, not the solution\nBootstrapping – Knowing your runway and not putting money on fire. 🔥\nFounder capacity\, 10xing and recruiting for your weaknesses. 🚀\n\nLinkedIn Group: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/16537030/
URL:https://iondistrict.com/event/startup-circle-houston-%f0%9f%92%ab-6/2026-05-15/
LOCATION:Ion – Lobby\, 4201 Main St.\, Houston\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:3rd Party Registration,Academic Network,Community Event,Corporate Innovators,Founders & Startups,General Community,Investors & Capital,Networking,Office Hours,Start Here
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://iondistrict.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Startup-Circle-Houston.jpeg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260519T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260519T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T205113
CREATED:20260323T173855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T173921Z
UID:10004913-1779181200-1779213600@iondistrict.com
SUMMARY:Saft IoT Innovation Day: Powering Your Connected Devices
DESCRIPTION:Register here: https://evenium.events/iot-innovation-days-the-ion/general-info \nSaft\, a global leader in manufacturing high-tech batteries for industrial applications\, is welcoming start-up companies and developers in the IoT space to join us for a free networking and educational event. Our IoT Innovation Day is focused on connecting IoT designers with battery experts to find solutions to power their devices\, meanwhile offering valuable networking opportunities with other developers. Saft will organize 10-minute Tech Talks for attendees to promote their innovations\, as well as exhibit opportunities. Whether you choose to exhibit\, speak or just attend\, you’ll walk away with valuable insights.
URL:https://iondistrict.com/event/saft-iot-innovation-day-powering-your-connected-devices/
LOCATION:Ion\, 4201 Main Street\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260519T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260519T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T205113
CREATED:20260126T191753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T191753Z
UID:10004770-1779211800-1779215400@iondistrict.com
SUMMARY:Angel Investing 101
DESCRIPTION: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 the investment ecosystem. \nJoin the Innovation Center for Urban Entrepreneurship team for an evening of learning\, discussion and possibilities as we explore the basics of angel investing and the role it plays in bringing new products and services to market and the impact it has on wealth and job creation.. At this event\, you’ll learn the key components to successfully navigate the critical-path of investing in private\, early-stage companies. \nThis session is ideal for the following investment related stakeholders: \n\nProspective Angel Investors who want to learn more about the world of Angel Investing\nInvestment Advisors (RIA/FA) who are looking for alternative investments for their clients\nEntrepreneurs who want to learn more about what Angels are looking for in their deals\nEntrepreneurs who want to meet/network with Angel Investors\n\nIon District Investor Activation Program: \nThe Houston Ion District Investor Activation Program along with Urban Capital Network is helping build an equitable climatetech industry capable of rapid deployment by addressing a fundamental challenge: the region’s lack of funding for early-stage climatetech startups\, and especially for those led by underrepresented founders. \nThis program from Greentown Labs and the Ion brings early-stage investors from Greater Houston—a region playing a pivotal role in the energy transition—into the fold\, offering education on climatetech investing\, channeling a pool of capital to young startups\, and catalyzing a thriving climatetech investment ecosystem that prioritizes diversity\, equity\, and inclusion. \nIf you would like to join the program\, please fill out this form\, and if you have additional questions\, please contact Juliana Bernal Martinez at jbernal@greentownlabs.com.
URL:https://iondistrict.com/event/angel-investing-101-6/
LOCATION:Ion – Conference Room 029 – 030\, 4201 Main St\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Founders & Startups,Investors & Capital,Networking
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260520T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260520T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T205113
CREATED:20260113T213643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T172253Z
UID:10004449-1779296400-1779303600@iondistrict.com
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. \nJoin us after the session\, hosted by Heath Butler\, for a networking happy hour! \nTarget Audience: \n\nStartups and Entrepreneurs: early-stage entrepreneurs\, entrepreneurs testing ideas for a pivot\nCommunity Members: people with an idea for a startup but unsure what to do next\, small business owners\nCorporate Innovators: intrapreneurs\, decision-makers tasked with creating and leading sustainable change\nAcademic Partners: students or faculty with an idea for a startup\n\nAbout the Speakers:\nHeath Butler\, Mercury Fund \nHeath 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. \nPrior 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. \nOutside 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. \n 
URL:https://iondistrict.com/event/how-to-start-a-startup-7/
LOCATION:Ion – Forum Stairs\, 4201 Main St.\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Academic Network,Corporate Innovators,Founders & Startups,General Community,Investors & Capital,Networking,Start Here
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260522T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260522T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T205113
CREATED:20250729T190850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T225437Z
UID:10004064-1779438600-1779445800@iondistrict.com
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. \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. \nRegister Here: https://www.cupofjoey.org/
URL:https://iondistrict.com/event/ion-networking-with-cup-of-joey-34/2026-05-22/
LOCATION:Ion – Lobby\, 4201 Main St.\, Houston\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:3rd Party Registration,Academic Network,Community Event,Corporate Innovators,Founders & Startups,General Community,Investors & Capital,Networking,Office Hours,Start Here
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://iondistrict.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/CoJ1.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260522T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260522T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T205113
CREATED:20260223T143613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T143613Z
UID:10004839-1779445800-1779449400@iondistrict.com
SUMMARY:Startup Circle Houston 💫
DESCRIPTION:Startup Circle Houston 💫 brings together founders\, teammates\, experts and newbies of startups in Greater Houston! Past topics include: \nTraction + Funding Stage Identification – What stage are you really at?\nICP – Seeking your beachhead market\nProblem Identification – Love the problem\, not the solution\nBootstrapping – Knowing your runway and not putting money on fire. 🔥\nFounder capacity\, 10xing and recruiting for your weaknesses. 🚀\n\nLinkedIn Group: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/16537030/
URL:https://iondistrict.com/event/startup-circle-houston-%f0%9f%92%ab-6/2026-05-22/
LOCATION:Ion – Lobby\, 4201 Main St.\, Houston\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:3rd Party Registration,Academic Network,Community Event,Corporate Innovators,Founders & Startups,General Community,Investors & Capital,Networking,Office Hours,Start Here
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://iondistrict.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Startup-Circle-Houston.jpeg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260528T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260528T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T205113
CREATED:20251215T174428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T210738Z
UID:10004381-1779991200-1779994800@iondistrict.com
SUMMARY:NASA Tech Talks
DESCRIPTION:We want HOU! Join us to discover NASA’s toughest tech challenges–and apply your skills and expertise to solve them.In these presentations\, occurring the fourth Thursdays of the month\, Mr. Montgomery Goforth and other aerospace subject matter experts will discuss the technology development challenges faced by NASA’s Johnson Space Center and the surrounding Aerospace community in our ongoing efforts as the hub of human spaceflight. Presentations will focus on the ways in which these challenges\, and the associated opportunities\, can be leveraged by Houston’s innovation community.Join us after the talk for drinks and networking at Second Draught!Past NASA Tech Talks have included: Montgomery B. Goforth discussing NASA Intellectual Property suitable for commercialization by small/start-up companies; Jared Daum discussing Orion’s parachutes and risk identification and mitigation that are showstoppers for the spaceflight parachute industry; Kevin Kobylka discussing current Guidance\, Navigation\, and Control (GNC) capabilities and needs; and Nick Skytland\, Chief Technologist at the Johnson Space Center (JSC) and Director of the Business Development and Technology Integration Office. Future NASA Tech Talks will include: dual-use (space/terrestrial) technologies in the areas of: \n\n\n\nAvionics / Communication / Sensors\nRadio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology for ultra-long lived wireless sensors\nPower Storage and Distribution\nAutonomous & Robotics Systems\nExtra-Vehicular Activity (EVA) Systems\nVirtual/Augmented Reality in Human Spaceflight Training & Execution\nHuman Health & Performance / Human Systems Research\n\nAbout the Speakers \nMontgomery B. Goforth has more than 40 years of experience as both Engineer and Manager in a variety of highly technical space and defense-related efforts.  After working for a small defense contractor specializing in anti-submarine warfare\, he joined NASA’s Johnson Space Center in 1990.  He has held leadership positions in multiple JSC Directorates and Program Offices. In his current role as Assistant Director of the JSC Engineering Directorate\, he has established a framework to better focus Engineering’s efforts towards Human Spaceflight technology and systems development consistent with JSC and Agency goals for exploration. He has used this framework to guide Engineering’s internal investments and external partnerships supporting Lunar and Mars Exploration. Mr. Goforth was born in East Texas\, raised in Southern California and Arizona\, and graduated from Rice University (BSME 1982\, MSME 1987). \nNASA Tech Talks topics include dual-use (space/terrestrial) technologies and focus areas in:\n\n\n\nAvionics / Communication / Sensors\nRadio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology for ultra-long-lived wireless sensors\nPower Storage and Distribution\nAutonomous & Robotics Systems\nExtra-Vehicular Activity (EVA) Systems\nVirtual/Augmented Reality in Human Spaceflight Training & Execution\nHuman Health & Performance / Human Systems Research\nNASA Intellectual Property suitable for commercialization by small/start-up companies\nOrion’s parachutes and risk identification and mitigation strategies\nLeveraging Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology for ultra-long-lived wireless sensors
URL:https://iondistrict.com/event/nasa-tech-talks-18/
LOCATION:Ion\, 4201 Main Street\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Aerospace,Founders & Startups,General Community
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260529T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260529T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T205113
CREATED:20250729T190850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T225437Z
UID:10004065-1780043400-1780050600@iondistrict.com
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. \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. \nRegister Here: https://www.cupofjoey.org/
URL:https://iondistrict.com/event/ion-networking-with-cup-of-joey-34/2026-05-29/
LOCATION:Ion – Lobby\, 4201 Main St.\, Houston\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:3rd Party Registration,Academic Network,Community Event,Corporate Innovators,Founders & Startups,General Community,Investors & Capital,Networking,Office Hours,Start Here
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://iondistrict.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/CoJ1.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260529T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260529T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T205113
CREATED:20260223T143613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T143613Z
UID:10004840-1780050600-1780054200@iondistrict.com
SUMMARY:Startup Circle Houston 💫
DESCRIPTION:Startup Circle Houston 💫 brings together founders\, teammates\, experts and newbies of startups in Greater Houston! Past topics include: \nTraction + Funding Stage Identification – What stage are you really at?\nICP – Seeking your beachhead market\nProblem Identification – Love the problem\, not the solution\nBootstrapping – Knowing your runway and not putting money on fire. 🔥\nFounder capacity\, 10xing and recruiting for your weaknesses. 🚀\n\nLinkedIn Group: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/16537030/
URL:https://iondistrict.com/event/startup-circle-houston-%f0%9f%92%ab-6/2026-05-29/
LOCATION:Ion – Lobby\, 4201 Main St.\, Houston\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:3rd Party Registration,Academic Network,Community Event,Corporate Innovators,Founders & Startups,General Community,Investors & Capital,Networking,Office Hours,Start Here
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://iondistrict.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Startup-Circle-Houston.jpeg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260603T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260603T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T205113
CREATED:20260120T222448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T222648Z
UID:10004464-1780507800-1780513200@iondistrict.com
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. \nSelling 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. \nFor 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. \nDrawing 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. \nTopics include: \n\nCurrent market conditions and buyer demand\nWhen to prepare to sell or buy\nKey drivers of business value\nHow businesses are valued in the real world\nRecasting and normalizing financial statements\nOverview of the sales and acquisition process\nThe role of advisors and the deal team\nTax\, insurance\, and planning considerations before and after a transaction\n\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. \nPresenter\n \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. \nEarlier 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. \n 
URL:https://iondistrict.com/event/buying-and-selling-businesses-7/
LOCATION:Ion – Conference Room 029 – 030\, 4201 Main St\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Founders & Startups,Investors & Capital,Networking
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://iondistrict.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/DSC_0501-scaled.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260605T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260605T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T205113
CREATED:20250729T190850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T225437Z
UID:10004066-1780648200-1780655400@iondistrict.com
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. \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. \nRegister Here: https://www.cupofjoey.org/
URL:https://iondistrict.com/event/ion-networking-with-cup-of-joey-34/2026-06-05/
LOCATION:Ion – Lobby\, 4201 Main St.\, Houston\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:3rd Party Registration,Academic Network,Community Event,Corporate Innovators,Founders & Startups,General Community,Investors & Capital,Networking,Office Hours,Start Here
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