Center for Houston's Future

Tickets still available for today: Join UH Center for Public History and the Sharing Stories from 1977 project for an exclusive film screening of Lilly, starring Patricia Clarkson, dramatizing the story of Lilly Ledbetter and the fight for the 2009 Fair Pay Act. Tickets are free! RSVP to [email protected].

"We are excited to be a host partner for World Hydrogen America North America 2025 in Houston,"?said Brett Perlman, Managing Director for Center for Houston's Future, which is leading efforts to develop and scale the region's clean hydrogen ecosystem. "The conference brings together a range of key players across the value chain for critical conversations, learnings and connections. We think Houston is the best place for this gathering and we hope to see you there." Conference/registration details: https://lnkd.in/ejRKNBxp #WHNA #WHL

Thank you to all of our Alumni who joined us for a reception to welcome the Spring 2025 Class to our Business/Civic Leadership Forum. We celebrated that our Alumni network is now more than 1,400 strong, an important milestone as we honor the 25th?anniversary of the Center and our Leadership Forum. ? For more information about our Business/Civic Leadership Forum, or to apply for the Fall 2025 Class: https://lnkd.in/gjPX_JW3

We want to thank everyone who attended our breakfast program, “Leaders for Houston’s Future: Women Who Stand Apart,” sponsored by H-E-B. The event, which celebrated Alumni of our Business/Civic Leadership Forum, featured an enlightening and empowering conversation with panelists – Donna Cole, Cullen Geiselman, Winell Herron and Lharissa Jacobs – and moderator Frances Castaneda Dyess. ? This was the first in our series of events celebrating the 25th Anniversary of the Center for Houston's Future and our Business/Civic Leadership Forum, generously underwritten by the Leadership Forum’s inaugural class from the Fall of 2000. All the panelists featured were included in recently released lists of the Center’s Top 25 Alumni (https://lnkd.in/dASCTdCX) or 75 Leaders Who Stand Apart (https://lnkd.in/gcvQrTuz), groups who will be honored throughout the year as part of our look at the Center’s vital contributions to the community over our 25 years. ? Please stay tuned for updates on upcoming events, including our next panel discussion on May 1, “Leaders for Houston’s Future: Innovators Who Stand Apart,” featuring Bobby Tudor, founder & CEO at Artemis Energy Partners, and Adeeb Barqawi, president & CEO at ProUnitas Inc.

Center for Houston's Future is proud to partner with World Hydrogen Leaders as a co-host for?World Hydrogen North America, taking place in Houston from March 31 – April 2, 2025! Join key players across the entire hydrogen value chain to align on solutions to current obstacles, forge new partnerships, and accelerate the building of a robust hydrogen market. Register now: https://lnkd.in/giDmDgRB Download the brochure for more information: https://lnkd.in/gtvyQX69 #WHNA #hydrogen #h2

Don't miss out on our Thursday morning event,?"Leaders for Houston’s Future: Women Who Stand Apart," a panel discussion and breakfast celebrating four of our esteemed alumni: ? Donna Cole – Founder, President & CEO, Cole Chemical & Distributing, Inc. ? Cullen Geiselman?– Board Chair, Houston Parks Board ? Winell Herron – Senior Vice President of Public Affairs, Diversity and Environmental Affairs, H-E-B ? Lharissa Jacobs – Executive Director, Fit Houston Taking place from 7:30 to 9 a.m.?on?Thursday, March 20,?at The Junior League of Houston, the event features a discussion?–?moderated by Frances Castaneda Dyess, president of the Houston East End Chamber of Commerce – as the four women share lessons about and best practices for leadership and leaders, and reflect on the past and look ahead to our region’s future. They will draw from their experiences across business and community, as well their participation in the Center’s?Business/Civic Leadership Forum. This event is a fantastic opportunity to gain fresh insights from these accomplished individuals. Register now: https://lnkd.in/gsDKEPAB

Center for Houston's Future is excited to reveal the names of our Top 25 Business/Civic Leadership Forum Alumni as we honor their substantial and successful efforts to ensure Greater Houston is a great place to live and work for all residents. ? In celebration of the 25th anniversary of the Center for Houston’s Future and our Leadership Forum, we are highlighting the significant impact our 1,400 Forum Alumni have had and continue to have across all facets of our community. ? Earlier this year, we selected an honor roll of?75 Leaders Who Stand Apart?for their important work in our region, and with the help of our Alumni network, narrowed the list to the Top 25 Alumni?to celebrate in 2025. ? This esteemed group of 25 difference-makers, spanning our region’s business, civic and government sectors, will be honored throughout the year as part of our look at the Center’s vital contributions to the community over our 25 years. We’re launching a series of events featuring Leadership Alumni starting on March 20, culminating in the fall with our annual signature event, Dinner & Conversation. ? Explore the full list of our Top 25 Alumni: https://lnkd.in/dASCTdCX

Nominations for the Fall 2025 Business/Civic #Leadership Forum are now open! Our twice-yearly Leadership Forums build passionate civic leaders as diverse as the Houston region itself, leveraging participants’ business and leadership skills to drive lasting change. For both proven and emerging leaders, our Business/Civic Leadership Forums develop a deeper understanding of the challenges in our community and foster a new sense of responsibility for the future. Submit your nominations – for someone in your network or for yourself – to attend our Fall 2025 Forum, taking place from August 28 through October 29. Submit a nomination today: https://lnkd.in/gkZ6MsB3

Join West Houston Assistance Ministries - WHAM for a morning of insight and inspiration as our expert panel in finance, philanthropy, and nonprofit leadership dives into actionable strategies to disrupt intergenerational poverty. Come to explore how innovative solutions, community partnerships, and bold leadership can create a lasting impact in Houston and beyond?for the next generation, no matter their families' background or challenges. The moderated panel discussion will include a Q&A session, offering an opportunity to engage directly with our thought leaders.? Don’t miss this transformative event and be a part of positive change in our community! Importantly, we will be honoring one of those agents of change in our city, the amazing Marvin Pierre, with the 2025 Houston Impact Maker Award. Learn more and register: https://lnkd.in/gRmdSZQ6

We invite you to join us for?Leaders for Houston’s Future: Women Who Stand Apart, a panel discussion and breakfast celebrating four of our esteemed alumni: ? Donna Cole?– Founder, President & CEO, Cole Chemical & Distributing, Inc. ? Cullen Geiselman?– Board Chair, Houston Parks Board ? Winell Herron?– Senior Vice President of Public Affairs, Diversity and Environmental Affairs, H-E-B ? Lharissa Jacobs?– Executive Director, Fit Houston Taking place from 7:30 to 9 a.m.?on?Thursday, March 20?at?The Junior League of Houston, Inc., the event features a discussion?–?moderated by?Frances Castaneda Dyess, president of the Houston East End Chamber of Commerce?– as the four women share lessons about and best practices for leadership and leaders, and reflect on the past and look ahead to our region’s future. They will draw from their experiences across business and community, as well their participation in the Center’s?Business/Civic Leadership Forum. This event is a fantastic opportunity to gain fresh insights from these accomplished individuals. Register now: https://lnkd.in/gvW66zTm