The Greater Houston Partnership is a Featured Partner at the 2021 SXSW Online Conference. Join us at Houston House to hear from innovative leaders about how they're coming together to solve the problems that matter, all while fostering a culture of inclusive innovation.

For a full schedule of events, click here. 

Leading the Global Energy Transition
March 16 | 10:00 am to 1:00 pm

The world around us is changing. Climate change's impact on global populations and the global economy is undeniable.  At the same time, the demand for affordable, reliable energy will continue to grow as the quality of life improves for billions around the world who are living in emerging economies.

As the Energy Capital of the World, Houston is uniquely positioned to lead the global energy transition to a cleaner, more efficient, and more sustainable lower carbon world.  There is simply no better place for the next generation of energy leaders to create and scale innovations that will change the world than Houston, TX.

We talk with some of the brightest minds in energy who are leading the global energy transition through corporate innovation, energy technology, ESG, and the future of workforce. 

Speakers include:

• Natalie Harms, Editor, InnovationMap (moderator)
• Andrew Bruce, Founder and CEO, Data Gumbo
• Al Carnrite, President and CEO, Carnrite Group
• Katie Mehnert, Founder and CEO, ALLY
• Dale Winger, Managing Director, Halliburton Labs
• Mike Francis, CEO and Co-Founder, Nanotech
• Doug Moorehead, Managing Partner and Chief Technology Officer, Broad Reach Power
• Emily Reichert, CEO, Greentown Labs
• Kirk Coburn, Investment Director, Shell Ventures
• Bill Collins, Founder and CEO, LO3 Energy 

Building a Thriving and Inclusive Innovation Ecosystem 
March 17 | 10:00 am to 2:00 pm

Houston has a rich history of innovating and solving problems that matter. In just the last few years, the nation's fourth largest city has doubled down on bolstering this ecosystem. And the progress is staggering...

Today, Houston is a thriving hub of digital technology talent and companies, thanks in large part to our access to global customers and top-tier expertise. Houston founders are focused on solving the fundamental problems of our time in energy, life sciences, aerospace and industrial tech. 

Leaders from across the region's startup ecosystem discuss how Houston has become a thriving hub for digital technology while fostering a culture of inclusive innovation. 

Speakers include:

• Natalie Harms, Editor, InnovationMap (moderator)
• Fiona Mack, Head of JLABS @TMC
• David Schubert, President, Magnolia Tejas Corporation
• Matthew Costello, CEO & Co-Founder, Voyager Portal
• Ashley DeWalt, Managing Director, DivInc Houston
• Jan Odegard, Interim Executive Director, The Ion
• LaTanya Flix, Senior Vice President of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI), Greater Houston Partnership
• Bethany Miller, Vice President of Regional Economic Development, Greater Houston Partnership
• Josh Pherigo, Director of Research and Data Analytics, Greater Houston Partnership 
• Sandy Guitar, Managing Director, HX Venture Fund
• Harvin Moore, President, Houston Exponential
• Paige Pitcher, Director of Innovation, Hines
• Samantha Lewis, Principal, Mercury Fund

More about Houston House at South by Southwest here.