NASA Office Hours

NASA is bringing its expertise to Houston’s innovation hub! Every Friday in February, 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 […]

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Startup Circle Houston 💫

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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Houston Methodist Office Hours

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. Do 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 […]

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Innovation and AI Summit

Register here: https://business.rice.edu/event/innovation-ai-summit-2026 Join Rice Business on Wednesday, February 25th for the Innovation & AI Summit at the Ion – a half-day of insightful panels on AI in Finance, Digital Transformation, and the Future of Human Capital. Co-sponsored by Rice Business Executive Education, Ion, Rice Alliance, MAGI, Aligned Automation, and CenterPoint Energy, this transformative event […]

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Science Cafe: Synthesizing A Healthier You

Register here: https://events.rice.edu/baker-institute/event/421561-science-cafe-synthesizing-a-healthier-you NETWORK. LEARN. SHAPE THE FUTURE OF HEALTH. Join fellow professionals, entrepreneurs, students, and innovators at the Ion for a high-impact networking event hosted by Rice University researchers. The event aims to bring together health and science enthusiasts interested in the future of synthetic biology and human health. Connect with Dr. Rafael Verduzco, […]

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Diaspora Africa Conference

Register here: https://www.diasporaafricaconference.com/ At the 6th Annual Diaspora Africa Conference in Houston, we are curating an experience focused on three pillars: CONNECT with an unparalleled network of influential leaders, sector experts, and pioneering diasporans who are shaping industries on both sides of the Atlantic. INVEST through curated sessions that showcase actionable projects, sector-specific deep-dives, and […]

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Transition on Tap at Greentown Labs

Register here: https://greentownlabs.com/event/feb-2026-transition-on-tap/ ​The Greentown Houston community is bigger than ever before—with dozens of new startups welcomed in Q3 and Q4 2025, it’s time to meet these entrepreneurs! Working on innovations ranging from methane capture to emissions-free manufacturing processes to carbon management, Greentown Houston startups are poised to transform industries and pave the way to […]

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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's NASA Tech Talks will focus on “Technology Development Opportunities for Human Space Exploration." Mr. Montgomery Goforth will bring an overview of how these opportunities are identified, what they are, where they are available, and […]

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Ion Networking with Cup of Joey

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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⭕️Cybersecurity Circle⭕️

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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SCORE Office Hours

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 Office Hours

NASA is bringing its expertise to Houston’s innovation hub! Every Friday in February, 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 […]

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Startup Circle Houston 💫

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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Redefining Agriculture

Register here: https://luma.com/8x102l9t Join us to see how EARTI is building a sustainable, data-driven food system in the heart of the city. ​Blue People presents: Tech & Tequila Talk 🚀 ​The current agricultural model is often inefficient and disconnected from the urban consumer. EARTI is changing the blueprint. By merging smart engineering with food production, […]

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Humans of Healthcare

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1982393761104?aff=oddtdtcreator Hear from a panel of healthcare experts as they share their insights, advice, and challenges shaping their careers. Humans of Healthcare is a new quarterly speaker series by Houston Methodist Center for Innovation featuring a panel of experts sharing how they have advanced in their roles, providing unique wisdom from various stages […]

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The Future of Women in STEM – TedTalk/Panel

Register here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/the-future-of-women-in-stem-tedtalkpanel  Excitement is in the air! Get ready, The FUTURE of Women in STEM, in partnership with Ion Houston, is here.Calling Houston's political, private and University & K-12 Leaders, Allies, Startup Founders and VCs for an up-close and personal conversation on The FUTURE of Women in STEM!REGISTER today!Gain information, education and application to […]

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Internal Migration is a contemporary installation by Bennie Flores Ansell that explores migration as an internal experience rather than a purely physical journey. Through sculptural forms, light, and architectural objects, the exhibition reflects on movement, transition, and the ways change is carried within the body and built environment.  The central installation features suspended sculptural elements derived from the artist’s own […]

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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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Ion Networking with Cup of Joey

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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⭕️Cybersecurity Circle⭕️

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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Welcome to the Ion: An Introduction and Tour

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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SCORE Office Hours

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 💫

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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Stock Market Investing Class for Women

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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