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State of Houston's Global Economy

Thursday, May 1, 2025

Partnership Tower
701 Avenida de las Americas, Suite 900
Houston, TX 77010

Save to Calendar 2025-05-01 08:15:00 2025-05-01 10:00:00 State of Houston's Global Economy Houston has long served as a gateway to the world—home to one of the nation’s busiest ports, a major hub for foreign-owned companies and a launchpad for innovation that reaches global markets. Today, the region is strengthening its position as a dynamic epicenter for international business. Join us at the State of Houston’s Global Economy on Thursday, May 1 at Partnership Tower to explore how Houston’s global connectivity, industry strengths and strategic geographic location continue to attract international investment and drive economic opportunity. This year’s program spotlights Houston’s growing role as a top destination for foreign direct investment and a thriving base for companies engaged in global business. Hear from leaders in trade, global policy and international companies expanding in the region as they discuss why Houston offers the right conditions for success on the world stage. Speakers include: Craig Rhodes, Senior Vice President, Economic Development - Greater Houston Partnership Jeff Simmons, Senior Vice President & General Manager, Toshiba America Business Development Task Force - Toshiba Americas Group Ric Campo, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer - Camden Property Trust Moderator: George Y. Gonzalez, Partner - Haynes and Boone Attendees will also receive a complimentary copy of Global Houston, the Partnership’s annual publication highlighting the region’s international business landscape and top trade partners. Secure your sponsorship today! Sponsoring the State of Houston's Global Economy provides an exceptional opportunity to showcase your organization to an audience of influential business and civic leaders with a stake in Houston's global growth. View sponsorship opportunities. Partnership Tower 701 Avenida de las Americas, Suite 900, Houston, TX, 77010 Houston.org ghp@houston.org America/Chicago public
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About this Event

Houston has long served as a gateway to the world—home to one of the nation’s busiest ports, a major hub for foreign-owned companies and a launchpad for innovation that reaches global markets. Today, the region is strengthening its position as a dynamic epicenter for international business.

Join us at the State of Houston’s Global Economy on Thursday, May 1 at Partnership Tower to explore how Houston’s global connectivity, industry strengths and strategic geographic location continue to attract international investment and drive economic opportunity. This year’s program spotlights Houston’s growing role as a top destination for foreign direct investment and a thriving base for companies engaged in global business.

Hear from leaders in trade, global policy and international companies expanding in the region as they discuss why Houston offers the right conditions for success on the world stage.

Speakers include:

  • Craig Rhodes, Senior Vice President, Economic Development - Greater Houston Partnership
  • Jeff Simmons, Senior Vice President & General Manager, Toshiba America Business Development Task Force - Toshiba Americas Group
  • Ric Campo, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer - Camden Property Trust
  • Moderator: George Y. Gonzalez, Partner - Haynes and Boone

Attendees will also receive a complimentary copy of Global Houston, the Partnership’s annual publication highlighting the region’s international business landscape and top trade partners.

Secure your sponsorship today! Sponsoring the State of Houston's Global Economy provides an exceptional opportunity to showcase your organization to an audience of influential business and civic leaders with a stake in Houston's global growth. View sponsorship opportunities.

Tickets

Individual Admission

Have Questions?

Please contact Kimberly Kornegay

kkornegay@houston.org
713-844-3694

Interested in Branding?

Please contact Kerri Clifford, Sr. Manager, Sponsorship at

kclifford@houston.org
or 713-844-3623.

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Agenda

Registration, Networking, and Breakfast
8:15 - 9:00 a.m.
Program
9:00 - 10:00 a.m.

Attendance

Open to

Members

Non-members

State of Houston's Global Economy Publication Sponsor

Global Sponsor

Trade Sponsor

Gulf Inland Logistics Park
Haynes and Boone
Lone Star College
San Jacinto College System

Regional Partner

City of Sugar Land
Fronza & Francis, LLC.
The Woodlands Area Economic Development Partnership

Information Card Sponsor

TDECU, Your Credit Union

Event Program Sponsor

Port Houston

Platinum Signature Sponsors

Signature Sponsors

Executive Partners