Tag: Houston

  • Houston BioTech, Pharma, MedTech Networking & Pitch Mixer

    Houston BioTech, Pharma, MedTech Networking & Pitch Mixer

    Connect with founders, investors & experts in BioTech and Pharma for live pitches and meaningful networking. Join us for a high-impact evening bringing together BioTech and Pharma founders, researchers, investors, operators, and industry experts . This event blends fast, focused startup pitches with high-quality networking to help you build meaningful connections and unlock real opportunities across the BioTech and Pharma ecosystem. Expect a room full of people working on next-generation therapeutics, diagnostics, drug discovery, AI-powered platforms, lab automation, synthetic biology, clinical workflows, manufacturing innovation, and more. 1-Minute Founder Pitches – Quick, sharp pitches from BioTech and Pharma startups looking for investors, partners, or early collaborators. Open Networking – Connect with founders, scientists, operators, clinicians, investors, and experts across the life sciences space. Match-Style Introductions – Simple, effective prompts to help you meet relevant people fast. Collaboration Opportunities – Discuss funding, partnerships, pilot programs, hiring needs, research collaborations, and technical challenges. Meet the right people – investors, collaborators, technical experts, clinical partners, and potential hires. Discover real opportunities – funding, research partnerships, commercial pathways, and early adopters. Gain insights from peers solving the same scientific, regulatory, and operational challenges. Expand your network with high-value connections in a focused, no-fluff environment. Stay ahead of emerging trends in BioTech, Pharma, and life sciences innovation. This event is designed to give you visibility, connections, and the momentum you need to advance your work in BioTech and Pharma.

    Source and tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/houston-biotech-pharma-medtech-networking-pitch-mixer-tickets-2003456418078

  • SCORE Office Hours

    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 each Friday morning. Additional partners will be on-site the second Friday of each month (excluding holidays)

    Source and tickets: https://iondistrict.com/event/score-office-hours-61/

  • Mapping Houston’s Innovation Ecosystem

    Mapping Houston’s Innovation Ecosystem

    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 will offer valuable insights into how Houston’s innovation ecosystem works and how you can find your place within it. Discover the Houston Ecosystem’s Flow Facilitated by Wade Pinder, the Ion’s Mentor in Residence, this session will help participants map out the journey needed to take an idea from concept to a mature company. Wade brings years of experience in product management, community building, and mentoring entrepreneurs to the table, offering a thoughtful and informed perspective to guide this exploration. The heart of the session lies in exploring a dynamic mind map that Wade has created and continues to refine—an ever-evolving, community-driven tool that grows alongside Houston’s innovation ecosystem. Attendees will not only learn about the ecosystem’s flow but also have the opportunity to contribute to it by identifying gaps, sharing knowledge, and adding their insights. This session will center on the stages of a company’s growth journey, exploring the essential elements that drive it forward. Participants will examine the role of financial capital, from early fundraising efforts to securing the resources needed for scaling, and how these milestones align with a company’s progression. The discussion will also delve into the human element of growing a business, highlighting the evolving talent and expertise required to navigate the entrepreneurial journey. Additionally, we’ll explore the importance of “social capital”—the networks, support systems, and relationships that play a critical role in moving ideas to market and sustaining long-term growth. Ion’s Vision Helping the community better understand the local ecosystem…

    Source and tickets: https://iondistrict.com/event/mapping-houstons-innovation-ecosystem-9/

  • EOS Workshop: Get a Grip on Your Business

    Register Here: https://www.craigceccanti.com/eos-workshop/ Are you running your business, or is it running you? This free, hands-on workshop for owners of growing companies is a three-hour working session built around EOS, the Entrepreneurial Operating System, which more than 30,000 companies worldwide use. You’ll apply one tool from each of EOS’s Six Key Components (Vision, People, Data, Issues, Process and Traction) to your own business, right in the room. You’ll leave with a first draft of your company’s plan and a clear list of what to do in the next seven days. A workbook covering every tool is provided, so bring a pen and honest answers about your business. The workshop is led by Craig Ceccanti, a Professional EOS Implementer and adjunct professor at Rice. He grew Pinot’s Palette from one Houston studio to more than 150 locations and has held both the Visionary and Integrator seats. Who it’s for: Owners and leaders (CEO, COO, CFO, President) of for-profit companies with roughly 10 to 250 people. You should already know what you sell, with the hard part now being people, priorities, and growth. It’s probably not the right fit if you’re still validating an idea or are a team of one or two. Bring your leadership partner: The best version of this morning is a Visionary and Integrator at the same table. Up to 2 people per company can attend, and each submits a separate application. How to join: Apply (about three minutes), have a quick call with Craig, then get your confirmation. Applications are reviewed as they come in. Apply by November 6 for the best shot at a seat. Friday, November 20, 9:00 AM to noon Seats are limited and an application is required. CONTACT Organizer: Craig Ceccanti Website: craigceccanti.com/eos-workshop

    Source and tickets: https://iondistrict.com/event/eos-workshop/

  • Houston Speed Networking | NetworkNite | Business Professionals Event

    Houston Speed Networking | NetworkNite | Business Professionals Event

    Speed Networking works a lot like ‘Speed Dating’ without the ‘Dating’. A structured opportunity to meet accomplished professionals just like yourself, face to face, one business professional at time. Whether you are an entrepreneur, small business owner, legal or medical professional, in the finance, real estate or entertainment industry – our events offer the perfect occasion to expand your business, social or enterprise contacts. All in a setting and speed – just your style. Devoid of typical business networking event staples – we have done away with whistles, bells and over-the-top event trimmings. We feel building business relationships should be a comfortable, sophisticated and relaxed venture. An opportunity to create opportunities. Our hosts will assist you with your NetworkNite ‘Connect-Card’. After being shown to your table, you will move from business professional to business professional every 5-6 minutes. Simply mark down whom you would be interested in connecting with again on your NetworkNite ‘Connect-Card’ and we’ll take care of the rest. You also always have the option of exchanging business cards should you feel so inclined. For those whom garner connections, you will be notified via e-mail within 24 hours of the event with your ‘Connect-Card’ results. Once the Speed Networking has completed and all participants have had the opportunity to meet each other – you are welcome to stay and mingle. All we need are the ‘Connect-Cards’ to determine your business connections.

    Source and tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/houston-speed-networking-networknite-business-professionals-event-tickets-2003894300797

  • Houston Linux User Group

    Houston Linux User Group

    Are you interested or already invested in the Linux Operating System? Join us at the Houston Linux User Group, one of the oldest user groups involved with the Linux Operating System. We discuss new trends in operating system usage, software development, and current technological trends, as well as provide one-on-one training or class-based instruction. Learn about how to get more out of your computer or how to leverage any of the Linux-based computational platforms. All are welcome to attend, regardless of whether you’re a seasoned Linux professional intent on networking or a new Linux user struggling with installation or the command line. This monthly meeting includes all of the standard Houston Linux User Group meeting activities, which include meet-and-greet, presentations of personal projects, multi-meeting classes, as well as organizational and coordinating announcements. Visit our website at: https://www.houstonlinux.org/ Visit our calendar and the agenda of each week’s meeting at: https://calendar.google.com/calendar/u/0/embed?src=houstonlinuxusergroup@gmail.com Join us on social media. Discord: https://discord.gg/d6XT77qeJZ Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/houstonlinuxusergroup/

    Source and tickets: https://iondistrict.com/event/houston-linux-user-group-9/

  • The Business of Wealth: A 2027 Planning Series for Houston Business Owners

    The Business of Wealth: A 2027 Planning Series for Houston Business Owners

    Join Houston business owners in person for lunch and drinks to get on top of building, protecting, and planning your wealth in 2027. You’ve been in business. Now, how do you decide what to reinvest in the company, what to set aside for yourself, and when it makes sense to borrow for growth? Join Porshaé Brown, Commercial Advisor with Strongtower Commercial® , for four conversations built around those decisions. Each session takes place at Park House Houston from 12–2 PM Central and is limited to 20 guests . Tickets are sold per session and incldues food and drinks. When your business has a profitable year, how do you decide what stays in the company and what goes toward your own future? JP will discuss how to set personal investment priorities and build wealth beyond the business you own. Reserve your seat. For questions, contact Porshaé Brown at 832-729-0182 or Porshaeb@strongtowercommercial.com .

    Source and tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-business-of-wealth-a-2027-planning-series-for-houston-business-owners-tickets-2004499684516

  • Houston Startup Speedrun

    Houston Startup Speedrun

    Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/wades-houston-startup-speedrun-at-the-ion-tickets-1988360089553?aff=erelexpmlt 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 ecosystem guide for many Houston-based stakeholders. With a focus on efficiency and accommodating the schedules of full-time working professionals, this program aims to quickly give you a “lay of the land” while preparing you for your entrepreneurial journey.

    Source and tickets: https://iondistrict.com/event/houston-startup-speedrun-10/

  • MAX TEXAS | Real Talk

    MAX TEXAS | Real Talk

    Every business has a highlight reel. This is the rest of the story. Real Talk is a new gathering from MAX Business that brings Houston’s business owners and aspiring founders together for honest conversation about building a business: the decisions, setbacks, turning points, and lessons that rarely make it into the success story. Hear from experienced operators across different industries as they share how they got started, what nearly stopped them, how they grew, and what they’d tell someone standing where they once stood. No polished pitches, just real stories. Have a question you’ve always wanted to ask someone who’s been there? Submit it when you register, and it could help shape the conversation. Who Are Our Speakers? Our panelists are Houston business owners from a range of industries, each with firsthand experience starting, running, and scaling a business here. They’ll share practical, honest insight into what it really takes to build something that lasts. Check out the speaker details below. Discover Local Businesses After the panel, stay for open networking and explore our local business showcase. A curated group of up-and-coming Houston businesses will have tables set up with samples, so you can meet the people behind them, try what they offer, and support local founders in our community. Whether you’re running a business right now or have an idea with no roadmap yet, this room is for you.

    Source and tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/max-texas-real-talk-tickets-2003274079699

  • Entrepreneurs, Small Business & Startups Networking Event In Houston

    Entrepreneurs, Small Business & Startups Networking Event In Houston

    HOUSTON NETWORKING EVENT: This Is A PrePay Only Event. You Have To Get Tickets Here Online In Advance. Tickets Not Available At Venue Door Entrepreneurs! Small Business Owners! Startups! Freelancers! Gamechangers! Investors! Crowdfunding Experts!, Web & Marketing Experts, Job Seekers!, Etc. This event is the perfect opportunity to network with potential business partners, investors, industry professionals and new clients…. Or just come on out and make some new friends! We’ve witnessed countless business connections and friendships form at our past events. Come enjoy fun and easy way to connect with others in a relaxed, low pressure environment. I MPORTANT NOTE: WE WILL HAVE MULTIPLE INDUSTRIES AT THIS EVENT. THE EVENT HOST WILL WRITE YOUR INDUSTRY ON YOUR NAME BADGE SO YOU CAN EASILY FIND AND CONNECT WITH THE RIGHT PEOPLE! ** There are no speakers or sales pitches. It’s just a place to come mingle with like minded people. At the beginning of the event our host will hand you a sheet of paper with icebreaker questions that you can use to get to know the rest of the people at the event. The icebreakers are optional but most people love them because they really help you get to meet people. Those who do the icebreakers will be entered into our raffle to win prizes! An email we received about one of our recent events: “Thank you so much for throwing such a great event. The crowd was really great and everyone was super friendly. As a busy professional I don’t get that much time to get out and meet people so it was nice to be in such a relaxed environment. Event well done!” – Danielle

    Source and tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/entrepreneurs-small-business-startups-networking-event-in-houston-tickets-2003178311253