Including Kids Autism Center Open House
Please join us for Including Kids Autism Center's (rescheduled) CCI Community Open House on Tuesday, November 9th from 4-7 PM. CCI is our Center for Community Inclusion-- which is the name of our young adult program that focuses on vocational and independent living skills. We moved this program into a beautiful new vocational space this summer and would love to give you a tour. It is just down the road from our current facility. RSVP to Erica Johnston at ericajohnston@includingkids.org.
2021 Greater Lake Houston Heart Walk
The Greater Lake Houston Heart Walk is bringing us back together to reinvigorate heart healthy lifestyles. Heart Walk, which will be held in person at Lone Star College Kingwood on Saturday, October 30, unites the community in celebrating health and honoring survivors. Heart Walk Chair, Jeremy Brynes - CEO, Kingwood Emergency Hospital, will be joined by other likeminded county executives working to increase physical and mental health, combat burnout and promote community engagement. The funds raised
CDI Energy Products Receives ISO 13485 Certification for Medical Industry
CDI Energy Products, Inc. announced its North American manufacturing facility has received certification to the ISO 13485:2016 quality management standard through Lloyd’s Register. ISO 13485 is the international quality management system standard for the medical industry established by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). ISO 13485 provides manufacturing suppliers with a comprehensive quality system for providing safe and reliable products which consistently meet customer and applicable
Blake Kelly Joins Partnership Lake Houston as Program and Event Coordinator
BLAKE KELLY Joins Partnership Lake Houston as Program AND EVENT Coordinator HUMBLE, TX —Partnership Lake Houston recently announced that Blake Kelly has joined their staff as the new program and events coordinator. Kelly will serve area businesses and build investor relationships by coordinating informative business programs and Partnership
Partnership Lake Houston Starts Tenth Year of Leadership Development Program
Partnership Lake Houston Starts Tenth Year of Leadership Development Program HUMBLE, TX — Partnership Lake Houston’s Leadership Lake Houston program is back in action, kicking off Class 10 with a leadership retreat in Navasota, Texas this past weekend. The program is designed to develop the future leaders of the Lake Houston Area business community and enhance the skills and community awareness of existing leaders by exposing participants to the challenges and opportunities in various segments of
Election Changes, Redistricting & Virtual Education Bills to be Hot Topics During Atascocita BizCom’
Humble, TX— Atascocita BizCom presented by Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital and Rosewood Funeral Home and Cemetery will feature a blend of elected officials, business executives and community members coming together to address specific needs and issues of the Atascocita community. All business professionals, community members and Lake Houston Area stakeholders are invited to join Partnership Lake Houston’s Atascocita BizCom at 11 a.m., Thursday, October 14 via Zoom. This event is free of charge for
Lake Houston Area Trails, Transportation and Mobility Projects Take Center Stage at October Luncheon
Lake Houston Area Trails, Transportation and Mobility Projects Take Center Stage at October Luncheon HUMBLE, TX — Partnership Lake Houston will host the “State of Transportation” virtual event presented by Houston Airport System at 12:00 p.m., Thursday, October 21 via Zoom. Expert speakers from the major transportation sectors in the Lake Houston Area will discuss the following topics: Houston Airport System’s projects and airline flight expansions Top 5 priorities of the Partnership Lake Houston
CenterPoint Energy continues to make significant progress restoring power following Hurricane Nicho
CenterPoint Energy continues to make significant progress restoring power following Hurricane Nicholas Houston – Sept. 15, 2021 – CenterPoint Energy continues to make significant progress restoring power in the Greater Houston area and surrounding communities following Hurricane Nicholas’ impact earlier this week. “We have made excellent progress so far safely restoring service to our customers who were impacted by Hurricane Nicholas, and our crews continue to work diligently and around-the-clock to
CenterPoint Energy assessing damage, beginning to restore service following Hurricane Nicholas
CenterPoint Energy assessing damage, beginning to restore service following Hurricane Nicholas Keep phone lines open for electric and natural gas emergency calls only Estimated electric restoration times will be provided once assessments are completed Natural gas system in Houston area is functioning normallyGas Operations crews have begun system assessment where the storm has passed Houston – Sept. 14, 2021 – In response to Hurricane Nicholas’ impact on its electric and natural gas systems in Greater
Harris County Approves $30 Million COVID Relief Fund for Micro and Small Business Owners
Harris County Approves $30 Million COVID Relief Fund for Micro and Small Business Owners Qualified businesses will receive grants of up to $25,000 HOUSTON, TX – Harris County has approved a new $30 million relief fund to support micro and small businesses recovering from the economic effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. The Small Business Recovery Fund was created with funding from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) and is being administered by LiftFund, a nonprofit community development financial
Lance LaCour Announced as Partnership Lake Houston’s Economic Development President
Lance LaCour Announced as Partnership Lake Houston’s Economic Development President HUMBLE, TX — Partnership Lake Houston CEO Jenna Armstrong recently announced Lance LaCour as their new president of Economic Development. LaCour replaces former Economic Development president Mark Mitchell who stepped down from his position in June following four years with the Partnership. LaCour will assume his position with Partnership Lake Houston on November 1 after more than 16 years leading the Katy Area Economic
Expert Panelists to Discuss Workforce and Education at the Partnership’s September Luncheon
Expert Panelists to Discuss Workforce and Education at the Partnership’s September Luncheon HUMBLE, TX —The Workforce and Education virtual luncheon presented by Lone Star College – Kingwood will explore the business and education systems in the Lake Houston Area that work together to develop cutting-edge programs to prepare the future workforce. The virtual luncheon is at 12 pm on Tuesday, September 21 via Zoom.Expert panelists to include Dr. Destry Dokes, Executive Director, San Jacinto CollegeDr.
Nominations for Lake Houston Area Business of the Year Awards Accepted Through September 24
Nominations for Lake Houston Area Business of the Year Awards Accepted Through September 24HUMBLE, TX —Partnership Lake Houston is accepting nominations and applications for the Lake Houston Area Business of the Year awards. Awards will be given in three categories:Business of the Year (1-50 employees)Business of the Year (51+ employees)Franchise of the Year The deadline to submit nominations and applications for each category is Friday, September 24, 2021. Nominees will be informed the following day via
Louisiana Friends in Need of Hygiene Products, HAAM Requests Help
HELP IS URGENTLY NEEDED The need is great for our Louisiana friends who have left their homes to seek safe shelter from Hurricane Ida. Please help by donating today. Below is a list of the most requested hygiene items from the families coming to HAAM: Bars of Soap Shampoo Deodorant Toothpaste Toothbrush Toilet Paper Mouthwash Feminine Hygiene Products Hand Sanitizer Razors / Shaving Cream Small Detergent Packet or Bottle Please drop the items at the HAAM Social Services office or
Feedback Requested for Regional Flood Planning
Lake Houston Community, I wanted to share updates from the San Jacinto Regional Flood Planning Group (SJRFPG) and encourage you to participate by providing feedback to our group as we work to create a regional flood plan which will culminate in the first ever state flood plan for Texas. I am currently serving as a voting member of the SJRFPG representing the category of Small Business. The SJRFPG has launched a website, https://sanjacintofloodplanning.org/ which includes information about upcoming
$30 Million Small Business Covid Relief Funding to be Trending Topic of Humble BizCom on September 2
August 20, 2020CONTACT: Katie Haar (281) 446-2128 khaar@lakehouston.org $30 Million Small Business Covid Relief Funding to be Trending Topic of Humble BizCom on September 2 Humble, TX— Community leaders to deliver updates on small business financial relief, infrastructure projects, and community developments at Humble BizCom. Business professionals and area residents are invited to join Partnership Lake Houston’s Humble BizCom at 11 a.m., Thursday, September 2 via Zoom. This event is free of
Congressman Crenshaw to Brief Lake Houston Area Business Community on Federal Legislation and Policy
Congressman Crenshaw to Brief Lake Houston Area Business Community on Federal Legislation and Policy HUMBLE, TX — United States Congressman Dan Crenshaw to be keynote speaker for the Focus on Federal Government luncheon at 11:30 a.m., Thursday, August 26 at the Clubs of Kingwood. This event is presented by Planet Ford Humble. United States Congressman Dan Crenshaw will address the business community with information about current federal legislation and policies and how they will affect Lake Houston
United Adds 270 Boeing and Airbus Aircraft to Fleet, Largest Order in Airline’s History
United Adds 270 Boeing and Airbus Aircraft to Fleet, Largest Order in Airline’s History and Biggest by a Single Carrier in a Decade “United Next” includes addition of 200 Boeing 737 MAX and 70 Airbus 321neo as well as plans to retrofit 100% of remaining mainline, narrow-body fleet to transform the customer experience and create a new signature interior – a roughly 75% increase in premium seats per North American departure, larger overhead bins, seatback entertainment in every seat and industry’s fastest
Electric Aircraft Set to Take Flight by 2026 Under New Agreements with United Airlines Ventures, Breakthrough Energy Ventures, Mesa Airlines, Heart Aerospace
Electric Aircraft Set to Take Flight by 2026 Under New Agreements with United Airlines Ventures, Breakthrough Energy Ventures, Mesa Airlines, Heart Aerospace United Airlines signs agreement to acquire 100 of Heart Aerospace's ES-19 aircraft, a 19-seat electric airliner that has the potential to decarbonize regional air travel United Express regional partner, Mesa Airlines, also signs agreement to acquire 100 of the electric aircraft CHICAGO, July 13, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- United Airlines Ventures (UAV)
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Top 4 Under 40 Honorees to Be Recognized at Leadership Awards Luncheon on July 20
Top 4 Under 40 Honorees to Be Recognized at Leadership Awards Luncheon on July 20 HUMBLE, TX –Partnership to honor Lake Houston Area’s best and brightest executives, business owners and advocates at July 20 Leadership Awards Luncheon. This year’s Top 4 Under 40 recipients will be honored and recognized in conjunction with the Leadership Lake Houston Outstanding Alumni and the 2020 Top 4 Under 40 at the Leadership Awards Luncheon. The Leadership Awards luncheon presented by Team Petree, JLA Realty will
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State of State Luncheon to Feature Representative Dan Huberty, District 127 June 30
HUMBLE, TX — Partnership Lake Houston to host State of the State luncheon with guest speaker Texas Representative Dan Huberty at 11:30 a.m., June 30 at the Golf Clubs of Houston. Huberty will provide a recap for the 87th Texas legislative session and highlight bills that affects businesses in our region. This luncheon is presented by First Financial Bank. Huberty has served District 127 in the Texas House of Representatives since he was sworn in on January 11, 2011. He has been re-elected to this seat
Industrial Park and Interactive Aquarium & Animal Preserve Developments to Trend at Summer Creek Biz
Industrial Park and Interactive Aquarium & Animal Preserve Developments to Trend at Summer Creek BizCom Humble, TX— Developers and community leaders will give updates on local schools, projects, and community developments at the Summer Creek BizCom. Business professionals and area residents are invited to hear announcements and advancements made on area developments during the Summer Creek BizCom at 11 a.m., Thursday, July 8 via Zoom. This event is free of charge for those who RSVP on
Infrastructure Experts to Share FM 1960 Progress with Atascocita Community
Infrastructure Experts to Share FM 1960 Progress with Atascocita Community Humble, TX— Infrastructure experts and community leaders to deliver updates on transportation projects, summer safety measures and park systems at Atascocita BizCom presented by Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital and Rosewood Funeral Homes and Cemetery. All Lake Houston Area community stakeholders are invited to join Partnership Lake Houston’s Atascocita BizCom at 11 a.m., Thursday, June 11 via Zoom. This event is free of
State Representative Dan Huberty to Provide Recap of 87th Texas Legislative Session during Humble BizCom
Humble, TX— Elected officials and community leaders to deliver updates on Texas Legislature, area schools, infrastructure projects, and community developments at the Humble BizCom. Business professionals and area residents are invited to join Partnership Lake Houston’s Humble BizCom at 11 a.m., Thursday, May 6 via Zoom. This event is free of charge for those who RSVP on LakeHouston.org. Featured speakers and topics include: Representative Dan Huberty, Texas State District 127, to provide a recap
Partnership Lake Houston to Include City of Humble General Election and Humble ISD School Board Elec
HUMBLE, TX —Partnership Lake Houston to host "Candidate Forum Friday," an all-inclusive forum to educate voters on the 2021 general election and school board candidates. All 27 candidates have been invited to speak at Partnership Lake Houston’s “Candidate Forum Friday” to inform the Lake Houston Area voters of their prior experience, decision to run, and the most urgent issues to be addressed in their positions. Each candidate will be individually interviewed by our Public Affairs Committee Chair Erica
Partnership Accepting Nominations for Top 4 Under 40 By April 27
HUMBLE, TX —Partnership Lake Houston is accepting nominations from the business community for the prestigious Top 4 Under 40 award. The deadline to submit Top 4 Under 40 Nominations is April 27, 2021. Nominees will be informed the following day via email. They will then have two weeks to produce two professional letters of recommendation along with the official Top 4 Under 40 Long Form on or before May 12, 2021. Nominees who submit their long form application by the deadline will be judged on
Coronavirus Report | April 1, 2021 | Top Line Points
From the Office of Congressman Den Crenshaw (TX-02):Over 11 million Texans have received (at least) their first shot. And hospitalizations are down to another 6 month low. This is because all Texans over the age of 16 are now eligible for the vaccine. After 3 weeks of Governor Abbott’s executive orders, Texas is looking in better and better shape. As states are racing to vaccinate their citizens, the UK strain is accounting for a quarter of new cases nationally. The CDC can confirm the B.1.1.7 variant is
Partnership Lake Houston Honors Area Teachers of the Year at Annual Event
HUMBLE, TX — Partnership Lake Houston’s annual Teachers of the Year luncheon presented by Gulf Coast Educators Federal Credit Union and the Lake Houston Family YMCA will honor approximately 50 educators from Humble ISD, private schools and higher education campuses at 12 pm on Tuesday, April 27 via Zoom. The COVID-19 pandemic has imposed unprecedented hardships on our community for the past twelve months. Educational institutions and the educators within had to restructure typical classrooms and
Coronavirus Report | March 26, 2021 | Top Line Points
All Texas adults are eligible for the vaccine starting this Monday, March 29. This makes Texas the largest state to open vaccines to all adults. As of today, the Lone Star State is closing in on 10 million doses being administered. Texas is following the lead of Alaska, Arizona, and Mississippi who have previously made this announcement. It is important to remember the timeline here – the Biden Administration has said there will be enough vaccines for every adult American to have a shot by the end of
Allie Smart Joins Partnership Lake Houston as Program Coordinator
Allie Smart Joins Partnership Lake Houston as Program Coordinator HUMBLE, TX —Partnership Lake Houston recently hired Allie Smart as their new part-time program coordinator. Smart’s new role will include coordinating community and membership programs such as BizComs, Leadership Lake Houston Alumni and the Young Entrepreneur & Professionals Program. Smart holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies and Mass Communications from Texas State University in San Marcos. Prior to joining the
Partnership Lake Houston Welcomes Two New Executive Board Members
HUMBLE, TX — Partnership Lake Houston and the Lake Houston Board of Directors have approved two new Executive Board Members: Dr. Elizabeth Fagen, Humble ISD Superintendent and Justin Kendrick, Senior Vice President and CEO of Memorial Hermann The Woodlands Medical Center and Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital. Both members joined the Executive Board in January of 2021. Fagen assumes the Executive Board position previously held by Dr. Katherine Persson, President of Lone Star College Kingwood. Kendrick
Partnership Lake Houston Welcomes Sherneka Cagle to Team as New Investor Engagement Director
Partnership Lake Houston Welcomes Sherneka Cagle to the Team as Investor Engagement DirectorHUMBLE, TX —Partnership Lake Houston welcomes new Investor Engagement Director, Sherneka Cagle to Partnership staff. Sherneka Cagle joined the Partnership in January 2021 as the new Investor Engagement Director. Her primary focus will be internal member communications, onboarding new members and managing investor events. Upcoming events include Humble BizCom, Peace Officers and Firefighters of the Year, and