Editor’s note: Summer is in full swing in Houston, but the city’s innovation ecosystem isn’t slowing down. This month brings AI workshops, energy and manufacturing discussions, entrepreneur-focused networking, and opportunities to connect with investors and industry leaders. Here\u2019s what not to miss and how to register. Please note: this article may be updated to add more events.<\/p>\n
July 7 \u2014 How Oil and Gas Professionals are Building Wealth Smarter<\/p>\n
Hear from oil and gas professionals on how to preserve wealth at this event put on by Financial Advice Center. The conversation will touch on topics like investing, taxes and retirement planning. <\/p>\n
This event is Tuesday, July 7, from noon-1 p.m. at the Ion. Register here. <\/a><\/p>\n July 7 \u2014 What AI, Cybersecurity, and Tequila Have in Common.<\/p>\n Join Blue People and Alpfa Houston for this engaging presentation on the advantages and risks associated with AI at the latest installment of Tech + Tequila Talk. Cybersecurity veteran Reynaldo Gonzalez will lead the conversation.<\/p>\n This event is Tuesday, July 7, from 5-7 p.m. at the Ion. Register here. <\/a><\/p>\n July 7 \u2014 Speed to Market: Houston\u2019s Advanced Manufacturing Edge<\/p>\n The Greater Houston Partnership presents a forum that explores what allows advanced manufacturing projects in Houston to move from concept to operation, where delays and bottlenecks occur, and more. Industry leaders Jennifer Clement from CliftonLarsonAllen LLP and Sarah Janes from San Jacinto College will lead the discussion.<\/p>\n This event is Tuesday, July 7, from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Partnership Tower. Register here. <\/a><\/p>\n July 9 \u2014 Capital Connections Summit<\/p>\n Houston City College Center for Entrepreneurship will host the Capital Connections Summit this month, with a panel discussion focused on access to capital and technical assistance for small businesses and entrepreneurs. The event will be moderated by the U.S. Small Business Administration Houston District Office and will feature lenders, nonprofit microlenders, business advisors, and entrepreneurial support organizations. A live Q&A will follow the panel.<\/p>\n This event is Thursday, July 9, from 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. at Houston City College Central Campus. Register here. <\/p>\n July 9 \u2014 Upstream: Digital Tech Meetup at Second Draught<\/p>\n Join Timbergrove at this month’s gathering of energy, operations and technology professionals from across the upstream ecosystem. Discuss challenges, explore new ideas and network over pizza and beer at Second Draught.<\/p>\n This event is Thursday, July 9, from 5:30\u20138 p.m. at the Ion. Register here. <\/a><\/p>\n July 14 \u2014 Why Networking Isn\u2019t Turning Into Deals, And What To Do Instead<\/p>\n Jada Powell, founder of Powell Consulting Group, will break down why networking often fails to convert into deals and what companies can do differently to turn conversations into qualified opportunities. Powell works with oil and gas, energy, and industrial companies on business development solutions. This session is part of the monthly Pipeline Series: How Oil & Gas Companies Actually Grow Revenue.<\/p>\n This event is Tuesday, July 14, from noon-1 p.m. at the Ion. Register here. <\/a><\/p>\n July 15 \u2014 From Pilot to Performance: Building Your AI Procurement Roadmap<\/p>\n It’s not too late to join in on the GHP’s two-part AI series on moving from experimentation to implementation. In session two, explore how procurement and supply chain leaders can scale AI responsibly to create long-term business value. This event will be led by Cassye Cook Provost, founder and principal of RossGrigsby Consultancy.<\/p>\n This virtual event is Wednesday, July 15, from 8:30-10 a.m. Register here. <\/a><\/p>\n July 30 \u2014 Rice University Summer Engineering Innovation Program – Demo Day 2026<\/p>\n Meet the young minds and see the final team project presentations from Rice University\u2019s Summer Engineering Innovation Program. The 10-week program challenges Rice students to solve real-world challenges using AI, digital engineering, model-based systems engineering and Industry 4.0 technologies.<\/p>\n