Have an idea, startup, or company looking for innovative technology? Meet with the Rice University Office of Technology Transfer during office hours at The Ion to explore how university research can power your next breakthrough. Our team works with startups, entrepreneurs, and established companies to help commercialize cutting-edge technologies developed at Rice. During these office […]
DetailsStartup 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 […]
DetailsRegister Here: https://luma.com/66yyg93a Eight years of ideas, connections, experiments, collaborations, pivots, and people who believe Houston can be better because of what we build together. On October 30, we’re celebrating 8 years of Impact Hub Houston and the community that continues to shape what comes next. Come spend the afternoon with us as we look […]
DetailsRegister here: https://luma.com/12ioljzb The Innovation x Culture Summit is back to spotlight the power of entrepreneurship and investment in Houston! The Innovation x Culture Summit will feature: Black Futures Market - a curated showcase of Houston's innovators, brands, and creatives The 713 Connection - a reception with music, local bites, and drinks Fireside Chat - […]
DetailsRegister Here: https://luma.com/wavk8wi4 Tech features can be copied overnight. A genuine purpose can't. When every software company has access to the exact same cloud tools, code libraries, and AI models, fast building isn't a competitive moat anymore. Your purpose is. Join Blue People in Houston for a practical, transparent conversation on how to transform a […]
DetailsRegister here: https://luma.com/bg6isp5z The Startup Simulation is an in-person startup simulation that brings founders, investors, mentors and ecosystem partners together to navigate real decisions, tradeoffs and uncertainty, before the stakes are real. Players allocate limited resources, build a team, choose where to focus and respond to uncertainty. Decisions compound over time, surfacing patterns and blind […]
DetailsRegister here: https://luma.com/rbsdhlcn What would it take to simulate a patient well enough to change how we train, test, research and deliver care? This edition of Evening Rounds explores digital twin technology in healthcare: how it is being used today, where it could meaningfully improve patient outcomes, and what would have to be true for […]
DetailsWhat 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 […]
DetailsJoin 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 […]
DetailsNASA 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 […]
DetailsHave an idea, startup, or company looking for innovative technology? Meet with the Rice University Office of Technology Transfer during office hours at The Ion to explore how university research can power your next breakthrough. Our team works with startups, entrepreneurs, and established companies to help commercialize cutting-edge technologies developed at Rice. During these office […]
DetailsAbout 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 […]
DetailsRegister here: https://luma.com/techwalk-co9k We're building a different sort of networking event for members of the Tech and SaaS communities to get outside, meet new people, and enjoy some fresh air, while practicing mindful movement. Every week, we'll gather at an easy-to-find meeting spot and then take a leisurely stroll through the park, appreciating the scenery […]
DetailsRegister Here: https://luma.com/d2rqt6h1 Join us for Capital Factory's most popular public coffee networking event series co-hosted by Capital Factory, Rice Alliance, and Lilie Lab. New to Texas? New to Startups? New to Tech? Get introduced to other entrepreneurs and investors who are new to Houston or new to tech. Meet members of the Capital Factory […]
DetailsRegister Here: https://www.helloalice.com/events/main-street-rising-houston About this event Houston is one of the fastest-growing, most diverse cities in the country, and that shows up in its small businesses too! On November 10, Hello Alice is bringing Main Street Rising to The Ion, the city's own home base for builders, to put a straight question in front of […]
DetailsIn 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 […]
DetailsRegister here: https://luma.com/4gxizyq2 Houston is about to have something no other city has: football field sized lunar and Martian surface simulations, built indoors next to Johnson Space Center. The Texas […]
DetailsRegister here: https://luma.com/timbergrove 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 […]
DetailsRegister here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/out-in-tech-houston-monthly-mixer-tickets-1979625431957?aff=odcleoeventsincollection Out in Tech Houston is the local chapter for Out in Tech, the world’s largest non-profit community of LGBTQ+ tech leaders. Out in Tech creates opportunities for […]
DetailsWhat 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 […]
DetailsRegister here: https://houston.impacthub.net/calendar/pr-and-social-media-strategies-to-get-found-and-build-trust/ When someone searches for your business online or asks AI for a recommendation, will they find you, and will they trust what they find? Your website and social media accounts tell your story, but what others say about your business also shapes your reputation. As people increasingly use AI-powered search tools to […]
DetailsAbout 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 […]
DetailsRegister Here: https://luma.com/uah9mtju This event will be a facilitated discussion bringing together founders, builders, and innovators to explore what it takes to create, scale, and sustain meaningful ventures. Every roundtable will have different topics of discussion as well. Here is the following criteria for individuals to join: 1. Emerging Founders - Actively developing a startup, […]
DetailsRegister Here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/what-ceos-ccos-and-cxos-should-know-before-hiring-another-bd-team-tickets-2003936345554?aff=ebdsoporgprofile Overview Before you hire another BD person, find out whether the real problem is your team, your strategy, or the commercial system behind both. What CEOs, CCOs, and CXOs Should Know Before Hiring Another BD TeamYour pipeline is not where it needs to be. Revenue growth is inconsistent. The team is busy, […]
DetailsRegister here: https://luma.com/fwo5t7zm Hello friends! Join us for our 3rd meetup, where we’ll explore the key "ingredients" of a successful pitch deck, including the all-important "secret sauce." You will learn the essential slide structure every startup needs for investor presentations and discover how to effectively showcase your unique problem, solution, and market opportunity. You'll collaborate […]
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