Economic Development / February 24, 2025
Like every city, Houston experiences setbacks. The difference is Houston doesn’t dwell on them. It adapts, rebuilds and always comes back stronger. That’s exactly what the region is doing with biotech, an emerging sector where Houston is determined to lead.
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Talent/Workforce | April 11, 2023
In this episode of Bayou Business Download, we talk about Houston’s population growth last year, the growth surrounding counties experienced, and what it means for the region's economy. We're joined once again by Partnership Chief Economist Patrick Jankowski.
Membership | April 11, 2023
In this episode of the Partnership's Rise to the Top podcast, we're speaking with Elizabeth Killinger, President of Reliant and Executive Vice President of NRG. Elizabeth has been with NRG for more than 20 years and is responsible for directing all aspects of NRG Home, which provides innovative residential power and gas services to millions of customers in the United States and Canada.
Public Policy | April 7, 2023
This week, the legislature moved several key bills, the Partnership opposed a bill that could have negative impact on the 2017 pension reform, and we preview an important committee hearing related to economic development incentives.
Innovation/Technology | April 6, 2023
The industrial biotechnology industry is one of the most promising new approaches to pollution prevention, resource conservation and cost reduction. With the industry expected to grow into a $4 trillion to $30 trillion sector, the Houston region is positioning itself as a leading synthetic bio industrial hub.
Membership | April 4, 2023
The Greater Houston Partnership welcomed 13 new member companies in the month of March. The Partnership works to connect companies with resources, information and networking opportunities to help increase business while also providing a platform to influence the direction of the region.
Economic Development | April 3, 2023
Royal Caribbean’s new world-class terminal at the Port of Galveston has quickly changed the level of opportunity for the port and Galveston County since it opened six months ago.Partnership members recently had the exclusive opportunity to tour the new terminal and hear from Galveston County leaders about economic developments, growth and opportunities around the county.
Membership | April 3, 2023
The Greater Houston Partnership is the region's largest chamber of commerce and economic development organization, bolstering Houston's business community by providing critical business resources and bringing together thousands of business and community leaders to form powerful connections across the 12-county region.
Aerospace | April 3, 2023
NASA and the Canadian Space Agency held an event at Ellington Field to reveal the four astronauts that will be embarking on the Artemis II mission, the program’s first crewed mission to orbit the moon.
Public Policy | April 3, 2023
Partnership President & CEO Bob Harvey testifies in support of CCUS bill, legislators tackle broadband expansion and the state’s space economy, and the issue of K-12 curriculum reform takes center stage.
Talent/Workforce | March 31, 2023
The Greater Houston Partnership has launched the 2023 Houston Regional Equity & Inclusion Assessment, a robust tool to help businesses and organizations of all sizes enhance their equity and inclusion strategy and increase community impact.
Living in Houston | March 30, 2023
Experiences that bring together people, dining and competitive games are becoming a growing trend and opportunity in the real estate and retail industries. Competitive socializing venues have grown by 386% since the beginning of 2021, according to new research featured in Cushman & Wakefield’s The Edge magazine.
Living in Houston | March 29, 2023
Houston is once again making a splash in the culinary world as three of its chefs and restaurants have been announced as finalists for the 2023 James Beard Awards. This prestigious event, often referred to as the “Oscars of the Food World,” recognizes the best and brightest talents in the industry across various categories.
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