Join us every first Thursday of the month from 4 – 7 PM on the plaza for live music from Susan Hickman (Country) and local brews provided by Second Draught. Additionally, we are excited to welcome Victoria's Lemonade who will be onsite selling fresh Agua Fresca! Make sure to register and check-in at the event […]
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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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How can our Office Hours at the Ion help you? Office Hours at the Ion aims to support people coming to the Ion who are seeking their next step in taking their idea to an enterprise by creating pathways to the next steps toward success for entrepreneurs and small business owners. For example, maybe you […]
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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 6500 sq. ft. site offers access to equipment, engineers, and technical training–a must for every […]
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Innovate, Collaborate, and Learn: Weekly Meetings at Ion Prototyping Lab! Join the Houston Robotics Group for an exciting exploration of a diverse range of projects! Whether you're interested in software development, AI/Deep Learning, electronics, mechanics, drones, or automation, our group offers a welcoming and supportive community to pursue your passions. Should you require assistance with […]
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Join us on the first Monday of the month as we build Houston’s FinTech community at the Ion! Fintech describes various financial activities, including money transfers, depositing a check with your smartphone, bypassing a bank branch to apply for credit, raising money for a business startup, personal finance, and more! This community is for all […]
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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 6500 sq. ft. site offers access to equipment, engineers, and technical training–a must for every […]
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Small Business Administration Lender Matchmaking Event Lending institutions that lend in the Houston District, including traditional lenders, credit unions, microlenders, and certified minority development institutions will be on hand to meet with existing and start-up business owners to discuss funding for small businesses. Small Business Owners and Entrepreneurs will have the opportunity to pitch financing […]
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Join DivInc for an inspiring and informative event focused on the Economic Power of diverse Founders. Research has shown that underrepresented founders face unique challenges in accessing funding and support, which can limit their ability to scale and grow their businesses. At this event, they'll explore the economic power of diverse founders, discussing how they […]
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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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How can our Office Hours at the Ion help you? Office Hours at the Ion aims to support people coming to the Ion who are seeking their next step in taking their idea to an enterprise by creating pathways to the next steps toward success for entrepreneurs and small business owners. For example, maybe you […]
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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 6500 sq. ft. site offers access to equipment, engineers, and technical training–a must for every […]
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Innovate, Collaborate, and Learn: Weekly Meetings at Ion Prototyping Lab! Join the Houston Robotics Group for an exciting exploration of a diverse range of projects! Whether you're interested in software development, AI/Deep Learning, electronics, mechanics, drones, or automation, our group offers a welcoming and supportive community to pursue your passions. Should you require assistance with […]
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Have you ever had an IDEA FOR AN APP - but - NO IDEA where to start? Learn how to ideate, build, and launch REAL APPS without writing a single line of code. In this workshop, we'll build a social media app from scratch and learn other foundational concepts you'll be able to use on […]
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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 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 6500 sq. ft. site offers access to equipment, engineers, and technical training–a must for every […]
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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 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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Join us at Second Draught in celebrating the third iteration of the Eye On Art Program, two new site-specific installations in the display windows of the Ion! "Creation, Current, Solution" by Kill Joy "The SpLaVCe Program" by Christopher Blay About the Eye on Art Program: The Eye On Art Program installations are an adaptive reuse […]
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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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How can our Office Hours at the Ion help you? Office Hours at the Ion aims to support people coming to the Ion who are seeking their next step in taking their idea to an enterprise by creating pathways to the next steps toward success for entrepreneurs and small business owners. For example, maybe you […]
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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 6500 sq. ft. site offers access to equipment, engineers, and technical training–a must for every […]
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Innovate, Collaborate, and Learn: Weekly Meetings at Ion Prototyping Lab! Join the Houston Robotics Group for an exciting exploration of a diverse range of projects! Whether you're interested in software development, AI/Deep Learning, electronics, mechanics, drones, or automation, our group offers a welcoming and supportive community to pursue your passions. Should you require assistance with […]
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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 6500 sq. ft. site offers access to equipment, engineers, and technical training–a must for every […]
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At Greentown Labs' next Investor Speaker Series event, we're celebrating efforts to create an equitable fundraising landscape. Representatives from several angel networks and other investing groups that prioritize and celebrate founders’ unique identities will join us for this special event to share their insights and perspectives. Speakers: Sunil Garg, TiE Houston Board Member, TiE Angels Lenny […]
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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. In these presentations, occurring on the fourth Thursday 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 […]
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