Tag: Texas Business

  • Expo-Builders

    Expo-Builders

    Join us for the inaugural **Building Empires Expo**, a dynamic event dedicated to showcasing innovative ideas, products, and services that empower individuals and businesses to construct their own empires. This expo is designed for entrepreneurs, homeowners, community builders, and anyone interested in enhancing their personal and professional lives. Building Homes: Discover the latest trends in home construction, sustainable living, and innovative design. Meet industry experts and explore products that can transform your living space. Building Relationships: Engage in workshops and networking sessions aimed at fostering personal and professional connections. Learn effective communication and relationship-building strategies. Building Developments: Explore cutting-edge developments in urban planning and real estate. Connect with developers and investors to understand the future of community growth. Business Building: Attend seminars featuring successful entrepreneurs sharing their journeys. Gain insights into business strategies, marketing, and economic development. Building Minds: Participate in educational sessions focused on personal growth, leadership, and innovation. Discover resources that can help you cultivate a growth mindset. The **Building Empires Expo** offers a unique opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals, gain valuable insights from industry experts, and discover products that can help you build a better future. Whether you are looking to expand your business, enhance your home, or develop meaningful relationships, this expo is the perfect platform to turn your vision into reality. Join us in building the future—one empire at a time!

    Source and tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/expo-builders-tickets-2003850910014

  • The Wholesale Workshop 5 | Systems & Processes

    The Wholesale Workshop 5 | Systems & Processes

    Sessions 1 through 4 covered finding deals, structuring them, protecting them through closing, and selling them to buyers. Now it’s time to build the machine that runs all of it. Each session in this series digs deep into one core piece of the wholesaling puzzle instead of skimming the surface. Next month’s final session will cover scaling your business. Come back to finish building your full playbook. Andrew Howard — Founder, Homefortable A seven-figure wholesale real estate investor who’s done the deals, made the mistakes, and built a real business out of it. He’s here to break down exactly how he sources, analyzes, and closes deals at scale. Mark Barata — Vice President of Investor & Wholesale Division, Stewart Title Mark not only has past experience wholesaling but now works directly with investors and wholesalers every day, and knows where deals fall apart at the closing table and how to make sure yours doesn’t. He’ll cover what most title companies never explain, and you’ll walk away with a complimentary copy of his Investor & Wholesaler Playbook. Spots are limited and will sell out fast — this isn’t a webinar, it’s 25 people in a room getting real answers. Reserve your seat today.

    Source and tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-wholesale-workshop-5-systems-processes-tickets-2004189744477

  • Realtor Headshots at Applewhite Meadows

    Realtor Headshots at Applewhite Meadows

    Join us at Brohn Homes Applewhite Meadows in San Antonio for a complimentary, professional realtor headshot and networking event. Falling into a new season and ready for a fresh headshot? Join our Brohn Homes Applewhite Meadows team and Goddess Glow Photography on Friday, November 20, 2026, for a professional headshot and networking event. Plus, learn about the amazing incentives we have for you and your buyers! While you’re here, take an opportunity to explore our beautiful, fully staged model home representing the popular 2446 floor plan, as well as completed inventory homes. Applewhite Meadows offers a fresh opportunity to enjoy modern living on San Antonio’s South Side, with thoughtfully designed homes, family-friendly amenities, and convenient access to everything the city has to offer. With Homes starting in the 210’s, Brohn Homes Applewhite Meadows is an amazing place to call home.

    Source and tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/realtor-headshots-at-applewhite-meadows-tickets-2003527859762

  • 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/

  • Tech Industry Luncheon: How DFW Airport and Michaels Run AI at Scale When Everyone Shows Up

    A holiday-season fireside chat on running AI under peak load, with Paul Puopolo, EVP and chief innovation officer at DFW International Airport, and Wei Dong, VP and CISO at Michaels, moderated by Andrew Hopkins of The Privacy Chain. Topics run from escaping pilot purgatory and moving fast without breaking trust to DFW’s biometric boarding and AI wayfinding, Michaels’ Ask Mike conversational shopping, and how each decides whether to build, buy or partner. Attendees are invited to bring professional clothing for the UT Dallas Jonsson School Career Closet.

    Source and tickets: https://dallasinnovates.com/events/tech-titans-luncheon-dfw-airport-michaels-2026-11/

  • Speakpreneur – Arlington – Message to Money Mastermind

    Speakpreneur – Arlington – Message to Money Mastermind

    Turn your voice into impact, influence & income. Build your presentation, story, and speaking business in 2 powerful days. And a blueprint for turning your voice into something bigger. The goal is turning what is already inside of you into something the world can hear. Seats Are Limited To Keep The Experience Interactive. Whether you’re starting from zero or already speaking and want to grow faster… This intensive was designed to shorten the learning curve. Because a message without a system often stays a hobby. Day Two focuses on helping you build the business pieces around your voice. Most people try to speak before they know exactly what they want to say. This is NOT another event where you sit in a chair taking notes all day. By the end of these two days you’ll walk away with real assets and a roadmap you can use immediately. That wasn’t because you had millions of followers. That wasn’t because you were born with some special gift. But nobody ever taught them how to package it. Nobody taught them how to create presentations that hold attention. Nobody taught them how to tell stories that move people emotionally. Nobody taught them how to turn speaking into a system.

    Source and tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/speakpreneur-arlington-message-to-money-mastermind-tickets-2003545700123

  • Business Professionals | NetworkNite | San Antonio Speed Networking

    Business Professionals | NetworkNite | San Antonio Speed Networking

    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/business-professionals-networknite-san-antonio-speed-networking-tickets-2003895332884

  • Business Professionals | NetworkNite | San Antonio Speed Networking

    Business Professionals | NetworkNite | San Antonio Speed Networking

    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/business-professionals-networknite-san-antonio-speed-networking-tickets-2004045004556