We want HOU! Join us to discover NASA’s toughest tech challenges—and apply your skills and expertise to solve them. This month NASA Tech Talks is once again partnering with the Rice Space Institute. In an ambitious effort to fuel startup growth, drive research and forge international partnerships, the Rice Space Institute, in partnership with Business […]
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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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Facilitated by Wade Pinder, Ion's Mentor in Residence Houston’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 […]
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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 holidays) Resource tables include: The Small Business Administration SCORE Small Business Development Center
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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 6,500-square-foot site offers access to equipment, engineers, and technical training–a must for every inventor, innovator, […]
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Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1330114100079?aff=oddtdtcreator Join the Impact Hub Houston Community "Open House" on Friday, April 25, to get connected, inspired, and kick off their new HQ at the Ion! Hey Houston: Impact Hub Houston has a new HQ and can't wait to share it with you! They are so excited to announce their new headquarters at […]
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Join STEAM on Demand for a hands-on family-friendly STEAM workshop. In this engineering lesson, students will build a simple tripwire alarm using circuits and buzzers to detect movement. They will explore key concepts like conductivity, switches, and how security systems function—and understand how these elements work together to create the alarm. Through hands-on construction led […]
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Learn the basics of Additive Manufacturing at the Ion Prototyping Lab's Intro to 3D Printing workshop. Discover the potential of 3D printing as a powerful tool for rapid fabrication and prototyping. In this 3-hour workshop, participants will gain comprehensive knowledge about Additive Manufacturing technologies and the operation of Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) 3D printers. Fundamentals […]
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Join Per Scholas to celebrate their recent IT Support graduates! Please register in advance here. You're invited to celebrate a major milestone in the world of IT! Join us as we honor our graduates for their dedication and achievement in completing their IT Support program. Let's come together for a morning of recognition, fun, and […]
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Register here: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=gJ1HotKSGUS6_zzErvkT53gufxKM7ZNLtg6VAbRYbEhUNUY0V0U2NTlLU1RYU1U3M0FHMVBZUDlKVy4u&route=shorturl Ever wondered what it’s like to teach in an immersive classroom? Now you don’t have to, as Igloo lifts the curtain on immersive spaces with the first of our brand new events series, Immersive Insights. For this first event on April 29th, Igloo is inviting attendees to step inside one of the […]
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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 6,500-square-foot site offers access to equipment, engineers, and technical training–a must for every inventor, innovator, […]
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🎉Join Greentown Labs as they celebrate Greentown Houston’s fourth anniversary at this special edition of Transition On Tap!🎉 Greentown Houston officially launched on Earth Day in April 2021, and they're celebrating four years! Whether you’re a longtime supporter or new to the Greentown community, this is the perfect opportunity to connect with us. About Transition […]
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Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/civic-self-managing-our-political-emotions-business-edition-tickets-1312598570659?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl Civic Self: Managing our Political Emotions - Business Edition Join Impact Hub Houston for the second workshop in our 3-part series on navigating today’s charged political landscape with greater emotional resilience. In this workshop, you'll learn practical tools to manage your reactions and approach political flashpoints in business with confidence, clarity, and […]
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For our final Spotlight of the Season, come to Washington Heights with TUTS and learn about Lin Manuel Miranda’s first epic musical. TUTS will spotlight the creative team and their process, share exciting details about the show and delve into its important themes. Enjoy performances from the production, meet special guests and test you knowledge […]
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Join us every first Thursday of the month on the plaza for live music and local brews provided by Second Draught. This special edition of Block Party is our 3rd Annual Crawfish Cookoff, showcasing Ion businesses. Prepare for an epic battle as Ion businesses show off their culinary talents in a sizzling showdown to claim […]
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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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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. 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 eager to connect with […]
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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 volunteers provide free, expert mentoring, resources, and education in all 50 U.S. states and territories. Office Hours with SCORE take place each Friday morning. Additional […]
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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 6,500-square-foot site offers access to equipment, engineers, and technical training–a must for every inventor, innovator, […]
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Learn the basics of 2D CAD in Fusion360 at the Ion Prototyping Lab. Through hands-on projects, students in this workshop will be guided through Autodesk Fusion 360’s Cloud-Based, parametric modeling tools. This is an introductory class geared toward anyone looking to build projects for 2D Sketching and vector drawing. No prior CAD experience is necessary! […]
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Event hosted by Rice Business Executive Education: Registration Required Here! Artificial intelligence is already transforming industries, reshaping how companies compete, and creating new pathways to growth. But for business leaders, separating hype from practical value can be daunting. That’s where this book — and this event — come in. Join us at the Ion on […]
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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 6,500-square-foot site offers access to equipment, engineers, and technical training–a must for every inventor, innovator, […]
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Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1312605742109?aff=oddtdtcreator Hosted by Impact Hub Houston. Civic Self: Managing our Political Emotions - Civic Edition Join us for the last workshop in our 3-part series designed to help you navigate today's charged political landscape with greater emotional resilience. In this workshop, you'll learn practical tools to understand and manage your reactions to current […]
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Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/youre-invited-spring-into-industrious-tickets-1325218045849 Industrious is officially launching its new coworking space at the Ion—and they’re celebrating in style. Guests are invited to tour the new workspace, meet the Industrious team, hit the silent disco and connect with Houston’s innovation community over light bites from Late August, Lymbar, and Stuff’d. As a supporter of Industrious and […]
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Register here: https://www.meetup.com/code4yall/events/307530952/?eventOrigin=your_events Learning Google NotebookLM: Boost Your Productivity with William Fermo, VP of Code4Y'all 🔹 What is Google NotebookLM? 🔹 How to take smarter notes and organize information efficiently 🔹 Best use cases 🔹 Live interactive demo and hands-on learning Come meet brilliant people, learn something new, and grow together as a community! Whether […]
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