2026 Technology Summit for Women

Register here: https://business.ghwcc.org/events/details/technology-summit-for-women-04-02-2026-11826 Apply Promo Code: ION26 (not case-sensitive) to receive their free ticket. Join GHWCC for their 4th Annual Women in Tech Summit, featuring dynamic speakers and panelists sharing real-world expertise on leadership and innovation in today’s tech environment. What you'll explore:Dive into timely, high-impact conversations across three core tracks— Transformation + Digital Strategy […]

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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 […]

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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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Rice Tech Transfer Office Hours

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 […]

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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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Register here: https://pmihouston.org/programs/event-calendar/general-events/pmi-houston-ai-powered-corporate-expo Join us for the inaugural event of PMI Houston – AI-Powered PMO and the Future of Project Leadership  – where AI meets project leadership to revolutionize PMOs across industries! What's in Store? Corporate Expo Area Cross-Industry Panel Networking Session 1 Ways of Working PDU will be offered.

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Veterans Business Battle

The Rice Veterans Business Battle (VBB) is the nation’s largest pitch competition for startups led by U.S. military veterans. Hosted by Rice University, VBB connects veteran founders with mentorship, investor […]

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Register here: https://luma.com/calendar/manage/cal-SH9IrDPzLLis99Y 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 […]

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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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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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Register here: https://www.thecollective.org/exhibitions For a limited time, stop by Community Artists’ Collective to see the free exhibition "Archiving Memory,” featuring original work by Texas Southern University art students & Professors Crystal Coulter and Mark Francis!

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Welcome to "Mercury Fund Day at the Ion" - a program series hosted by the Ion and Mercury, where software founders can connect with mentorship at Houston’s HQ for innovation. What is it: Mercury Fund Day, previously known as Software Day, is a monthly series driving the support, inspiration, and connections needed to help startups […]

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RAVA AI Summit at Greentown Labs

Register: https://luma.com/tmmnpqzo Join Greentown Labs on April 14 for the inaugural RAVA AI Summit—bringing together founders, operators, and investors actively building and deploying AI in the real world. This isn’t […]

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Houston AI: Law & AI

Register here: https://luma.com/vbgcpa7z AI is transforming the legal profession by automating manual tasks, allowing firms to shift their focus from billable hours to high level strategy and client outcomes. Join our legal experts to learn more about how AI is shaping the legal industry!

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Perfecting Your Pitch

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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Houston Startup Speedrun

The Houston Startup Speedrun is an intensive and fast-paced program designed to provide both early-stage founders and aspiring entrepreneurs with a comprehensive understanding of the Startup Founder's Journey and the Houston startup ecosystem through a carefully curated curriculum consisting of 10 consecutive 50-minute sessions. Wade Pinder, your host and facilitator, is an experienced and trusted […]

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ENRG HTX – April 2026

Register Here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/enrg-htx-april-2026-tickets-1985618579623?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl ENRG (Entrepreneurial Networking Resource Group) is a community for entrepreneurs with 10-250 employees running on EOS or EOS Curious. ENRG (pronounced energy) is rebooting in Houston! Erick Garcia, Lesa A Skipper and Craig Ceccanti are teaming up to re-launch the Houston ENRG Chapter and we could not be more excited to invite entrepreneurs running on EOS or […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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Register Here: https://luma.com/l4m96jsw Celebrate Earth Day and Greentown’s 5-year anniversary with us at a fun, community pickleball social in the heart of the Ion District at Pickle Lab. ​Join Greentown members, Ion community members, and friends of Greentown for an evening of connection and celebration of five years of climate innovation in Houston. For questions […]

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