Register Here: https://lu.ma/01386qka How can we meet surging energy demand from AI / data center growth, plus the strains it will place on our grid, while reducing emissions? How can we balance reliability, competitiveness, climate imperatives, and speed? How can we modernize our grid, at speed and scale? And, critically - what are all the […]
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Register Here: https://lu.ma/rca5g1jj Join us to meet Activate Houston's C25 cohort and discover the innovative technologies their companies are driving forward. Biosimo: Enabling the chemical industry's net-zero transition by replacing fossil-based essential chemicals with identical quality ones made from bio-ethanol Brightlight Photonics: Replacing tabletop laser systems with chip-scale titanium:sapphire lasers—bringing lab-grade performance to quantum technologies, […]
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Join us for a panel discussion at the Ion on helping startups expand abroad, sponsored by Woodside Energy! Expanding across borders is an exciting growth opportunity for climatetech startups, but it comes with regulatory, cultural, and operational challenges. In a dynamic panel discussion, we'll hear perspectives from a U.S.-born climatetech startup that successfully expanded abroad, […]
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Registration is now closed so that we can have your name tag and passport ready. We look forward to seeing you! If you haven't registered but would still like to attend, we'll have limited on-site registration. Please send us an email at start@ionhouston.com. As part of the 2nd Annual Houston Energy and Climate Startup Week, the […]
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Register Here: https://luma.com/6oks9ddw Panel Discussion Featuring: Dr. Jessica Hinojosa, Carbon Removal Program Manager, Microsoft Dr. Allie Falender, Nature and Energy Program Director, The Nature Conservancy Michol Ecklund, Executive Vice President & General Counsel, Anew Climate
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Register here: https://greentownlabs.com/event/accel-year-3-showcase/ Join Greentown Houston on Sept. 18 as part of Houston Energy and Climate Startup Week for an opportunity to celebrate ACCEL, an accelerator program for startups led by BIPOC and other underrepresented founders from Greentown Labs and Browning the Green Space (BGS). Greentown and BGS know the climatetech industry must change the […]
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A day dedicated to celebrating our entrepreneurs. Pitch Day features our exceptional startup finalists—but more importantly, it highlights their transformative ideas for accelerating the future of clean energy. Register Here: https://web.cvent.com/halliburton-labs-finalist-pitch-day About Halliburton Labs Halliburton Labs is a collaborative environment for people to come together to advance cleaner, more affordable energy.
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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 […]
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Join us for a 45-minute guided cruise, suitable for all ages, led by Bike Houston around the expanding Ion District and Midtown neighborhoods. We'll meet up on the Ion Plaza […]
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Register Here: https://luma.com/6jcf4joh What if your rig, plant or factory could think? What if it could design, adapt, and optimize—without human intervention? That future isn’t decades away. It’s already unfolding. InnovateEnergy is bringing the energy/industrial AI crowd together on Thursday, September 25, 5:30 - 7:30 PM at the Ion! Come refuel at the Second Draught, […]
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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. Join us this month for John Graf’s “Ceramic Ion Transport Membranes […]
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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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A networking meetup welcoming cybersecurity enthusiasts of all experience levels. 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 […]
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TXRX is Houston's non-profit makerspace. Join the Ion's Engineer-in-Residence, Larry Ciscon, for TXRX Office Hours every Friday at the Ion. TXRX has a diverse network of creators, artist, and inventors […]
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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 […]
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Register Here: https://www.latintechpitch.com/event-details/latintech-pitch-2025 The Consulate General of Israel to the Southwest, together with their partners Latinx Startup Alliance, Texas Association of Business, and Plug and Play, are thrilled to invite you to a special Hispanic Heritage Month celebration of innovation, creativity, and entrepreneurship — the 3rd edition of LatinTech Pitch! This year’s finalists represent the bold spirit and ingenuity […]
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Join us for Biketoberfest with networking, biking and pints on the plaza! Celebrate fall in Houston with a ride and happy hour at Houston's HQ for innovation, the Ion. This ride through Midtown and the Museum District will start and end at the Ion's taproom, Second Draught. Grab your bike and join the ride, or […]
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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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A networking meetup welcoming cybersecurity enthusiasts of all experience levels. 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 […]
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TXRX is Houston's non-profit makerspace. Join the Ion's Engineer-in-Residence, Larry Ciscon, for TXRX Office Hours every Friday at the Ion. TXRX has a diverse network of creators, artist, and inventors […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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Register here: https://luma.com/yso2xhsv Howdy Amigos! LSA Global is excited to be hosting their 4th Tejano Tech Summit Week 2025 and have a great line up this year! Join us for […]
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Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sgsfs-supergirlsinstem-summit-the-intersection-of-ai-workforce-tickets-1099165466499 Join SGSF for their #SUPERGirlsInSTEM SUMMIT, The Interaction of AI & Workforce, Tuesday, Oct 7th. This event is open to the public, rising leadHERs in STEM & Allies! You'll Gain ... Open discussions Networking Interactive hands-on workshops Skills to advance your college & workforce using AI Access to Expert Industry Leaders, LUNCH, and so […]
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Register Here: https://luma.com/cefei1dc You have the vision. Maybe even an MVP and some early wins. But somewhere between the excitement of a great idea and real, repeatable traction, things start to get messy. Teams become misaligned, operations get chaotic, and founders begin to burn out. In this candid talk, serial founder, operator, angel investor, and EOS Implementer Craig […]
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