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SUMMARY:The Road to the World Cup 2026
DESCRIPTION:We are thrilled to present an outstanding lineup of speakers who will provide key insights into the FIFA World Cup 2026. \nChris Canetti serves as President of the Houston 2026 World Cup Host Committee\, where he leads the city’s preparations for hosting the tournament. Before assuming this role\, he was President of the Houston 2026 World Cup Bid Committee and successfully guided the effort that secured Houston’s selection as a FIFA World Cup host city in June 2022\, following a four-year bidding process. \nElizabeth Carlson\, Chief Sustainability Officer at Tricon Energy\, is responsible for shaping and advancing the company’s sustainability strategy. With extensive experience in corporate responsibility\, economic development\, and environmental and social impact across both nonprofit and private sectors\, she also contributes her expertise as Chair of the Sustainability Host Committee for Houston’s 2026 World Cup. \nMinal Davis\, Human Rights Chair for the Houston 2026 FIFA World Cup Host Committee\, and the founding Director of the Houston Mayor’s Office of Human Trafficking. She spearheaded Houston’s first human trafficking strategic plan by engaging more than 250 stakeholders in just six months\, identifying critical gaps\, and building public-private partnerships to establish a comprehensive\, citywide approach to combating trafficking. \nThank you to Our Luncheon Sponsor’s  \nBlackmon Mooring & BMS CAT \nHayden Racino\nCommercial Account Manager\nTel: 346-302-4725\nhracino@bmsmanagement.com \nKaylie Sampson\nCommercial Account Manager\nTel: 346-315-6959\nksampson@bmsmanagement.com \nAs one of the most trusted names in Houston\, BMS CAT provides dependable restoration\, reconstruction\, and commercial cleaning services when property damage turns your world upside down. \nFCI Hospitality \nSam Kandiyoti\nTel: 832-404-2724\nsam@fcihospitality.com \nBased in Houston\, Texas\, FCI Hospitality Construction has been proudly serving throughout the Texas area since 2004. We are a general contractor exclusively focusing on the hospitality industry.
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SUMMARY:2025 Annual Jingle & Mingle Holiday Mixer
DESCRIPTION:Thank You to Our Event Host:  JW Marriott Houston by The Galleria \nThank You to Our Event Sponsor: Ace Parking \nThe Hallmark Of Hospitality Is Great Service \nAs the largest privately held parking-solutions company\, ACE has led the industry for more than 75 years\, driving top-line revenue\, delivering exceptional service\, and fostering a culture of accountability and innovation   \nFor More Information Please Contact: \nRegional Director of Operations\, Raul Galvez \nC:817.793.6273 \nE: rgalvez@aceparking.com \nDirector of Business Development\, Adela Luna \nC: 832.707.1919 \nE: aluna@aceparking.com
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LOCATION:JW Marriott Houston by The Galleria\, 5150 Westheimer Rd\, Houston\, TX\, 77056\, United States
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SUMMARY:24th Annual Bike Building Event
DESCRIPTION:Sponsored By Our Friends:  Houston First Corporation \nand George R. Brown Convention Center \nRegistration & Snacks 4:00 pm \nCompetition 5:00pm – 6:30 pm \nThe 24th Annual Bike Building Event Will Benefit the U.S. Dream Academy\, Empowering at Risk Children
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LOCATION:George R. Brown Convention Center\, 1001 Avenida de las Americas\, Houston\, TX\, 77010\, United States
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SUMMARY:Navigating the Economy: A 2025 Review and 2026 Outlook
DESCRIPTION:Colin will provide an overview of 2025\, discussing the challenges faced and outlining potential scenarios for 2026. \nAs the Manager of Economic Research  at the Greater Houston Partnership. Colin monitors local economic trends\, analyzes what is motivating them\, and communicates research findings to the public community. \nColin has over a decade of professional research experience. Prior to joining the Partnership\, he worked for NERA Economic Consulting producing analysis for expert reports used in big tech antitrust litigation cases. He previously served as a local analyst on economic and political matters in Texas and Oklahoma for the Japanese Government at their Consulate in Houston and conducted statistical research for the Public Policy Research Institute at Texas A&M University. \nColin holds a master’s degree in economics from the University of Texas\, where he also earned his bachelor’s degree in economics and Japanese. He is a native Houstonian\, a lover of Texas barbecue\, and a diehard Astros fan. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to gain insights into the economic landscape for the coming year.  Join us for an informative luncheon that promises valuable perspectives and networking opportunities. \nRamon Ventura-Guzman\, HLAGH Chair\, will present the proposed 2026 HLAGH Board of Directors. \nTHANK YOU TO OUR EVENT SPONSOR: \nMammoth Solutions specializes in delivering packaged and modular mechanical and plumbing systems for industrial and commercial applications. Our solutions integrate in-house built Enclosed Industrial Control Panels with specialty equipment including pumps\, steam valves\, steam traps\, pressure sensors\, temperature sensors\, heat exchangers\, strainers\, and isolation valves. \nBy combining expert engineering with quality components\, we provide efficient\, pre-assembled systems that simplify installation\, improve reliability\, and reduce on-site labor and downtime. \nFor More Information Please Contact:\nChris Tubb\nPresident\nM 281-851-3280\nchris@mammoth-solutions.com
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