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Rise to the Top: Gretchen Sheirr of the Houston Rockets

Published Nov 12, 2024 by Brina Morales


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Gretchen Sheirr, President of Business Operations, Houston Rockets

In this episode of the Greater Houston Partnership's Rise to the Top podcast, we're speaking with Gretchen Sheirr, President of Business Operations of the Houston Rockets. She runs the day-to-day business operations of Houston’s beloved team.

Host and Partnership Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Katie Pryor talks with Gretchen about her career journey and how her life as a former athlete has shaped her as a leader today. 

Listen now on Spotify.

Launched in 2021, the Greater Houston Partnership's Rise to the Top podcast aims to amplify the insight of accomplished female leaders in the Houston region.

Learn more about the Partnership's female-focused business resource groups Executive Women's Partnership and Women on the Rise.

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