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 […]
Have you wanted to learn how to make your own 3D printed and/or laser cut designs, but thought it was too difficult? This 3 session program was designed for you! […]
Join RCEL at the Ion for an informative discussion on managing risk and uncertainty in new technology projects. Register to attend and enjoy refreshments, along with an opportunity for networking and discussion following this insightful seminar on navigating risks and uncertainties in new technology applications. Projects that involve developing or applying new technology face unique risks that […]
Join Greentown Houston on Sept. 5 for an opportunity to celebrate the second year of ACCEL, an accelerator program for BIPOC-led startups from Greentown Labs and Browning the Green Space (BGS). Greentown and BGS recognize that the climatetech industry must change the status quo to put founders of color in the position to lead technology-driven […]
Come join us for the inaugural Houston Hardware Meetup with some inspiring guest speakers lined up, as well refreshments provided by sponsors. There will be opportunities to make connections, see demos from the community, and trade expertise. Houston Hardware Meetup is bringing professionals who build physical products together to foster ideas, enthusiasm, and solutions. They […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Join us as Greentown Labs, Halliburton Labs, and The Rice Alliance for Technology and Entrepreneurship are joining forces to launch the inaugural Houston Climate and Energy Startup Week 2024. This week will bring together leading energy and climate investors, industry leaders, and startups from across the globe to showcase and discuss the most innovative and […]
Join us for the official Houston Energy & Climate Startup Week Kickoff and Block Party! Hear from some of Houston's top energy startup and thought leaders as they share their journeys, and enjoy networking and drinks with energy ecosystem leaders and investors from around the region and country. Join the founding partners, Greentown Labs, Halliburton […]
Fervo Energy is hosting their second annual, invite-only, Fervo Energy Technology Day where they plan to present updates from their first full-scale commercial plant along with their vision for the future of Enhanced Geothermal Systems.
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, […]
Register to learn about Chevron Studio, a unique program in partnership with the National Renewable Energy Laboratory. The program matches entrepreneurs with IP from national labs and universities to advance the energy future. It has completed four cohorts and two entrepreneurs are now in scale-up. Babur Ozden and Aquanta Vision were the first to graduate […]
Join Powerhouse Ventures for a fireside chat over coffee and breakfast as Amperon founder Sean Kelly provides his thoughts on how Amperon, a Houston-based startup, has emerged as a leader in AI-powered electricity forecasting and how the company is positioning itself at the forefront of the energy transition. With a successful Series B behind them, […]
As part of the inaugural Houston Energy and Climate Startup Week, join Greentown to recognize and celebrate the impact of startups and universities in mitigating climate change and building resilient communities. This event will highlight Greentown founders’ journeys and stories. The event kicks off with remarks from Greentown Labs, followed by presentations by the TEX-E […]
Join My Climate Journey Managing Partner and Host, Cody Simms, for an insightful discussion during Houston Energy and Climate Startup Week with Occidental Petroleum (Oxy) on their approach to the energy transition. They'll cover Oxy's focus areas, progress, and challenges, Vicki’s views on fossil fuels and the role of oil majors, and the impact of […]
Celebrate ARPA-E's birthday, hosted by ETV, with Cohosts Rice Alliance, Greentown Labs, Ion, Halliburton Labs, HETI, ETN and Activate.org. RSVP Here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/arpa-es-birthday-party-at-ion-in-houstons-energy-climate-startup-week-tickets-950942282967 Join ARPA-E at Second Draught for their 15th birthday party during Houston Energy & Climate Startup Week. Hosted by venture capital firm Energy Transition Ventures and Cleantech.org, with cohosts Rice Alliance, Halliburton Labs, […]
Join Out in Tech for this special edition of their Monthly Mixer at Second Draught, as part of the official Houston Energy & Climate Startup Week! 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 our 50,000 […]
Join Halliburton Labs on September 13th, 2024, for their 10th Finalists Pitch Day, presented as part of Houston Energy and Climate Startup Week. See finalists from all around the globe come together with one mission: to create a future fueled by cleaner, affordable energy. RSVP here.
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
Join us at the Ion Prototyping Lab for the inaugural Houston Co-ed Designer Sewcial Meetup, a creative hub for people who sew. The wisdom, skills, and experience of everyone is welcome, no matter age or background. Bring your machines, side projects, and tools (irons, needles, fabric, yarn, sketchbooks, tape measures, books, cutting tools, etc.) and […]
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, […]
Welcome to "Software 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. Join us as we bring together leading mentors, promising startups, and like-minded Houstonians focused on transformative software innovations. The panel topic will feature James Benham and Sid Upadhyay moderated by […]
Greentown Labs is thrilled to present the Year 4 Cohort of the Carbon to Value, representing a wide variety of promising carbontech innovations to capture and convert CO2 into valuable products and services! The Carbon to Value (C2V) Initiative is a multi-year collaboration between The Urban Future Lab (UFL), Greentown Labs, and Fraunhofer USA. This […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
Celebrate Latino/tech entrepreneurs during Hispanic Heritage Month. The Consulate General of Israel to the Southwest, along with Latinx Startup Alliance and Texas Association of business , is proud to present the 2024 LatinTech Pitch in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. Finalist Startups: ✨ Zentavos Inc. ✨ eBombo ✨ Kuali ✨ Hamperapp ✨ Trez This competition is an […]
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 […]
Join us for a 45-minute guided cruise led by BikeHouston around the expanding Ion District and Midtown neighborhoods. We’ll meet up on the Ion Plaza just outside of Second Draught. Following the ride, participants are eligible for a 15% discount on beverages at Second Draught!
Kick off spooky season with TUTS! The creative team behind this beloved macabre musical shows you how TUTS is creating a production of Little Shop of Horrors that takes you into the story. TUTS will spotlight the creative team and their process, share exciting details about the show and delve into its important themes. Enjoy performances […]
We want HOU! Join us to discover NASA’s toughest tech challenges and apply your skills and expertise to solve them. This month's topic is: Exercise Physiology and Countermeasures for Human Spaceflight Dr. Brian Prejean will discuss how NASA protects astronaut health and performance by understanding the mechanisms and consequences of spaceflight deconditioning in order to […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Learn the basics of Subtractive Manufacturing at the Ion Prototyping Lab's Intro to Laser Cutting workshop. Discover the versatility of laser cutting and its role in rapid prototyping and fabricating. […]
Meet with leaders from the Quantum Revolution and understand the impact Quantum Computing will have on Energy. Discover how Pasqal is forging partnerships, fostering ecosystems, and revolutionizing the energy industry with customized quantum solutions. Get ready to hear from various leaders and innovators. Breakfast and lunch will be available during the event. Speaker Lineup Brad […]
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 […]
Empowering Small Businesses Through AI—Join us as we discuss concerns such as limited tech skills, financial constraints, data challenges, integration issues, and more. The Houston Applied AI Summit is a one-day immersive experience that empowers small businesses by bridging the gaps with emerging AI trends and addressing the unique challenges they face. We believe that […]
Modern businesses, big and small, operate in an environment where Industry 4.0 technology, sustainability, and innovation are crucial for success. Integration of these three elements creates opportunities for technical leaders […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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