This Council is sold out. 

Houston is America's diverse city - this Council explores how Houston's business community plays a critical role in advancing Houston as America's most inclusive and open city, one that truly offers opportunity for all. 

Members will learn about the SBA's Community Navigator Pilot Program, which is the new grant program for small businesses in underserved communities. Also, Waste Management will share insight into its Share the Green program, which was created to advance diversity in the corporate supply chain, supporting and expanding female voices everywhere. 

Speakers: 

• Tim Jeffcoat, District Director, Houston, U.S. Small Business Administration
• Tiana Carter, Senior Director, Culture and Engagement, Waste Management

Councils are designed for members to expand their personal and professional networks and gather information on trending regional topics. These meetings are complimentary for all member company employees.

This event will be held in-person. Due to limited capacity, registration for Council luncheons is required. Registration will close at 12:00 p.m. the Monday before the Council. In-person only. 
 

As the Partnership returns to in-person programming and meetings, we continue to conduct our business in accordance with guidance from medical experts and public health professionals. We are committed to creating safe environments for our members and staff.
 
Due to the recent rise in new COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations, including breakthrough cases among vaccinated individuals, the Partnership now requires attendees and staff to wear face masks at all indoor member meetings and events, except while eating or drinking or until seated with reasonable separation. This protocol applies to all Partnership gatherings that include 10 or more members or guests. 
 
The Partnership continues to encourage Houstonians to get vaccinated and follow health and safety guidance to reduce the continued transmission of COVID-19 in our community. We will notify our members when these guidelines are modified.