HBJ: Power Breakfast - Technology & Innovation
Houston as a Tech Hub
Houston has given rise to several notable tech companies — Compaq, BMC Software and Pros, to name a few. Despite that, the Bayou City's tech industry still faces some challenges. Come listen to prominent thought leaders on what makes Houston a tech hub, what challenges we face, what opportunities we have and what's next for the city's technology industry.
SUGGESTED DRESS
Business Attire
PANEL OF EXPERTS:
Kirk Coburn, Founder and Managing Director, Surge Ventures
Blair Garrou, Co-Founder and Managing Director, Mercury Fund
Erik Halvorsen, Director of Innovation, Texas Medical Center
Gaurav Khandelwal, Founder and CEO, ChaiOne
Walter Ulrich, President and CEO, Houston Technology Center
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
Entrepreneurs
Business owners
Economic development professionals
Analysts
Marketing professionals
Researchers
Site selection firms
HR/Recruiting firms
Biotech firms
Private equity groups
Venture capitalists
Banks
Agenda
6:45 a.m. - Registration & Continental Breakfast
7:30 a.m. - Program followed by Q&A
9:00 a.m. - Program concludes
REGISTRATION INFORMATION:
Admission: $40 Individual Ticket (includes Continental Breakfast)
$500 VIP Table Package
No refunds or cancellations after Tuesday, April 26.
BBCCH Board Attendance
This event will not be attended by any BBCCH Board Members