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Economic Development / February 24, 2025
Apple’s Major Investment Cements Houston as a Leading U.S. Manufacturing and Tech Hub
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.
Life Sciences / April 28, 2025
From Setback to Strategy: How San Jacinto College and Generation Park are Building Houston’s Biotech Workforce
Living In Houston / September 30, 2024
Exploring Houston: A Guide to the Eclectic Montrose Neighborhood
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Aerospace | January 17, 2024
Houston-Based Companies Propel NASA’s Space Exploration with REMIS-2 Contract
NASA recently selected five greater Houston-based companies to spearhead vital research, engineering and mission integration services for the International Space Station Program.
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Living in Houston | January 12, 2024
Jelly Roll, Jonas Brothers, 50 Cent Top 2024 RodeoHouston Lineup
Saddle up, Houston! The long wait is finally over. The 2024 Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo returns to NRG Park in just a few weeks with a star-studded lineup you’re not going to want to miss. The full 2024 RodeoHouston entertainment lineup was released on Thursday evening, featuring country legends and rising stars, from Blake Shelton and Lainey Wilson to Nickelback.
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Living in Houston | January 10, 2024
New Year, New Hou: Experience Houston in 2024
New year, new Hou! Whether you’re looking to practice healthier habits, immerse yourself in art or explore the diversity of flavors, Houston offers an array of opportunities to fulfill your New Year’s resolutions. To help kickstart your transformative journey, we’ve rounded up a few of the top activities and events happening in Houston in 2024.
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Real Estate | January 9, 2024
Houston Area Suburbs Rapidly Growing, Emerging as Residential Hotspots
Houston has recently witnessed a remarkable shift in its real estate market with its suburbs emerging as vibrant and highly sought-after residential hubs. Despite a slowdown in the market, Houston realtors sold over 100,000 homes in 2023, according to the Partnership’s Home Sales update. While the city saw some of these wins, a majority of home sales occurred in the suburbs, with the Fulshear/South Brookshire/Simonton community earning the greatest percentage increase of home purchases in the third quarter of 2023, with a 56.3 percent year-over-year increase, according to a Houston Association of Realtors (HAR) report.
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Energy | January 5, 2024
Energy Leaders Aim to Advance Carbon Capture Solutions Through New Partnership
Lummus Technology and Toshiba Energy Systems & Solutions Corporation announced a groundbreaking collaboration focused on pioneering advanced carbon capture solutions. Lummus, renowned for its post-combustion carbon capture technology, is joining forces with Toshiba, a leader in amine-based solvents tailored for post-combustion carbon capture. By incorporating Toshiba’s advanced solvents, Lummus can deliver solutions characterized by enhanced CO2 absorption efficiency and reduced environmental impact, fostering a more sustainable energy landscape.
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Economic Development | January 5, 2024
Partnership Economic Development Efforts Drive Business Growth in the Region
2023 proved to be a remarkable year fueled by continued economic growth and development. Houston continued to create jobs and attract businesses from across the globe, earning a few new titles, including the No. 1 Best Place for Foreign Business, the No. 9 Best City in America and the No. 22 Best City to Start a Small Business.
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Membership | January 2, 2024
New Partnership Members in December
The Greater Houston Partnership welcomed 5 new member companies in the month of December. 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.
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Education | December 30, 2023
Rice University President Unveils Top Priorities, Research Initiatives
Rice University President Reggie DesRoches delved into the institution’s transformative advancements, identifying research and community collaboration as top priorities of focus at the Partnership’s annual State of Education.
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Living in Houston | December 13, 2023
The Ultimate Houstonian Holiday Gift Guide
It’s the most wonderful time of the year, except when you wait till the last minute to do your holiday shopping. To help you find the perfect gifts, we’ve rounded up a few ideas all Houstonians will love.
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Living in Houston | December 7, 2023
New Developments and Innovation Driving Growth in Bay Area Houston
Often referred to as the “Boating Capital of Texas”, Bay Area Houston is a top destination for businesses, families, and tourists, thanks in part to its close proximity to Galveston and Houston. Encompassing a widely diverse region, the Bay Area stretches from Pasadena to Galveston, consisting of communities such as La Porte, Seabrook, Clear Lake Shores, Webster, Friendswood, League City, Dickinson, Texas City, and La Marque.
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Talent/Workforce | December 1, 2023
Enhancing Supply Chain Diversity: A Perspective from D.C.
A core focus of the Greater Houston Partnership’s One Houston Together initiative is to enhance spending with Minority Business Enterprises (MBE) within the Houston region. This work is advanced through quarterly Supplier Diversity Roundtables along with a bi-annual convening of chief purchasing officers (CPOs) within the Partnership’s membership.
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Innovation/Technology | November 20, 2023
Cart.com Returns Home to Houston, Eyes Future Growth
E-commerce unicorn Cart.com has announced the relocation of its global corporate headquarters to Houston, returning to its roots after a brief stint in Austin. The end-to-end e-commerce services provider, originally founded in Houston in late 2020, experienced unprecedented growth fueled by the COVID-19 pandemic. The startup officially hit unicorn status earlier this year after a $60 million Series C round raised its valuation to $1.2 billion.
