Greater Houston Partnership

Amazon is setting the standard for supplier diversity, demonstrating how strategic efforts can fuel success and create lasting economic impact. At the Greater Houston Partnership’s One Houston Together Fall CPO Convening, Kennedy Oates, VP of Global Procurement at Amazon, shared insights on building a sustainable supplier diversity program. Highlights: →Communicating the value proposition →Creating vision-driven goals with clear strategies →Partnering with companies at every level These convenings are vital for Houston businesses, offering insights to strengthen strategies, foster inclusion, and drive regional economic growth. ??Read more: https://ow.ly/rTbJ50UfTNS

Thank you to everyone who joined us at the Partnership's State of the Port! ??? Ric Campo, Chairman of the Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority, and Charlie Jenkins, CEO of Port Houston, shared valuable insights into the Port's critical role as an economic engine and the vision for its future. ??View event photos: https://ow.ly/xmmC50UfnJN Special thanks to Enterprise Products for supporting this event!

Houston’s economy is resilient and well-positioned to face any future challenges. Partnership Chief Economist Patrick Jankowski shared valuable insights at the Cy-Fair Houston Chamber of Commerce luncheon last week. ??Learn more about the state of Houston's economy: https://ow.ly/PkFR50UfiT0

Houston has been named the No. 40 best city in the world and the No. 1 city in Texas, according to Resonance's annual report. The Bayou City earned praise for its cultural diversity and economic prosperity. ???Read more: https://ow.ly/7L5M50UeVsf

NRG Stadium is set to undergo major upgrades. Harris County Sports & Convention Corp. - NRG Park has approved various projects, including new endzone video boards and $1.56 million in additional improvements. ??Learn more: https://ow.ly/OFbG50UeSjy

Continuum Powders has relocated its global headquarters from California to Houston. The manufacturing company’s new 35,755-square-foot sustainable metal-powder production facility will boost production capacity, enhance delivery speed and reduce shipping costs. ??Read more: https://ow.ly/bN0L50UcPx2

The Partnership's 2024 State of the Port will be starting shortly! ??Follow us on X @ghpartnership for live event updates: https://ow.ly/MoHu50TNKtt

Houston has been selected to host the opening doubleheader of the 10th annual SheBelieves Cup, featuring four of the world’s top international soccer programs. ? The match will take place at Shell Energy Stadium on February 20, 2025. ??Learn more: https://ow.ly/qOLV50UbkKn

Don’t miss the Greater Houston Partnership’s Houston Region Economic Outlook for key insights into Houston’s economic future! This year’s event marks Partnership Chief Economist Patrick Jankowski’s final forecast presentation before his well-earned retirement, celebrating his impactful legacy in Houston’s business community. ??Secure your seat: https://ow.ly/m5ln50Uc44X

Hobby Airport has broken ground on its $470 million expansion, bringing seven new gates, an updated baggage system and enhanced facilities to elevate the passenger experience. ??Read more: https://ow.ly/GEnG50Ubc5Y ??Learn more about the Houston Airport System at the State of the Airports: https://ow.ly/CKeM50Ubc5Z