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10 can't-miss Houston business and innovation events for February
It's time to look at what's on the agenda for February for Houston innovators — from pitch competitions to networking events.
Here's a roundup of events not to miss this month. Mark your calendars and register accordingly.
Note: This post might be updated to add more events.
Feb. 8 — Digital Marketing Luncheon
Join Insperity, a partner of The Cannon, and digital marketing expert, Danny Gavin, at The Cannon Downtown for a lunch and learn.
The event is Wednesday, February 8, at noon, at The Cannon Downtown. Click here to register.
Feb. 9 — Innovation on Tap: Fred Higgs, Engineering at Rice University
Discuss research in the speaker’s engineering lab at Rice University on key Industry 4.0 technologies, namely additive manufacturing.
The event is Thursday, February 9, at 4 pm, at the Ion. Click here to register.
February 10 — Women in Leadership Conference
The 23rd annual Women in Leadership Conference will be held in-person at Rice University. The conference has been a beacon of inspiration in the Houston community, empowering women to accomplish their career goals. In panel discussions and interactive workshops, attendees hear from leaders across different industries, explore various approaches to leadership, and discuss future opportunities for success.
The event is Friday, February 10, at 8 am, at McNair Hall at Rice University. Click here to register.
Feb. 15 — Real Talk from Real VCs
Join this event for a candid fireside chat on venture capital and its role in supporting and growing innovative startups.
The event is Wednesday, February 15, at 5:30 pm, at the Ion. Click here to register.
Feb. 16 — Engage VC: Lerer Hippeau
Lerer Hippeau is an early-stage venture capital firm founded and operated in New York City. Since 2010, they have invested in entrepreneurs who embody audacity, endurance, and winning mindset – good people with great ideas who aren't afraid to do hard things. Join the HX Venture Fund to hear Caitlin Strandberg, Partner at Lerer Hippeau discuss her perspective on how to build and scale a great company, what early-stage investors are looking for, why Houston, and market trends among other topics.
The event is Thursday, February 16, at 8:30 am, at the Ion. Click here to register.
Feb. 16 — Female Founders and Funders
Calling all rockstar female founders and investors in the Houston area. Mark your calendars for this month's Female Founders and Funders meetup. Coffee and breakfast is provided and the event is free to attend.
The event is Thursday, February 16, at 9 am, at Sesh Coworking. Click here to register.
Feb. 21 — Web3 & HOU: Demystifying the Web3 Space Panel I
Join us to learn more about Web3 and its numerous applications.
The event is Tuesday, February 21, at 6 pm, at the Ion. Click here to register.
Feb. 22 — The Trailblazer’s Guide to Cultivating Authenticity
In this fun and interactive workshop presented by Erica D’Eramo of Two Peirs Consulting, we’ll look at how to foster a leadership style that works for you, even in the absence of role models.
The event is Wednesday, February 22, at 2 pm, at Sesh Coworking. Click here to register.
Feb. 22 — Houston Startup Showcase
The Houston Startup Showcase is a year-long series of monthly pitch competitions. Founders will pitch at the Ion and compete for the grand prize package. Watch the startups pitch their company and see who the judges will name the champion of the Houston Startup Showcase 2023.
The event is Wednesday, February 22, at 6 pm, at the Ion. Click here to register.
Feb. 23 — Navigating Innovation in the Corporate World
Join us for a fireside chat with leaders from Houston's largest employers, including Microsoft and Chevron to discuss how they have navigated successful careers in technology and innovation.
The event is Thursday, February 23, at 11:30 am, at the Ion. Click here to register.
Feb. 27-March 2 — Houston Tech Rodeo
The Houston Tech Rodeo is a conference showcasing the best and brightest of the Houston startup community in the region and beyond by putting investors, entrepreneurs, industry leaders, and creative minds in a room to talk about the biggest innovations and the future of tech sandwiched by some happy hours and friendly competition.
The events run Monday, February 27, through Thursday, March 2, at various locations in Houston. Click here to register.
Note: This post might be updated to add more events.