Innovation Districts and the Future of Cities

4201 Main Street,Houston TX 77002

09 May, 2022

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Join us at the Ion as we discuss innovation districts and the future of cities. The Ion District is already becoming one of the nation’s marquee hubs sparking new ideas and driving equitable economic growth. Across the country, public, private, university, and community partners are investing in innovation districts that attract talent, business, and investors by connecting anchor institutions with start-ups, business incubators, and accelerators. Join us for an engaging conversation and Q&A with leaders representing some of the nation’s most acclaimed epicenters advancing inclusive economic and workforce development. This panel will focus on how these world-class facilities across Houston, Atlanta, New York City, and beyond can learn from each other and advance the future of resilient, equitable, and livable cities. Panelists: Kate Wittels, Partner, HR&A Advisors, Inc. (Moderator)Jan Odegard, Executive Director, the IonJohanna Greenbaum, Chief Development Officer, Brooklyn Navy Yard Development CorporationRodney Sampson, Executive Chairman & CEO, Opportunity Hub (OHUB)What is Activation Festival? Join the Ion May 9 - 13, 2022, to celebrate the official week-long grand opening, known as Activation Festival. Houstonians and visitors alike will have the opportunity to experience an array of exciting, futuristic activations and programs, along with a stellar lineup of keynote speakers and whimsical experiences throughout the week. In partnership with Microsoft, Chevron, Aramco, Baker Botts, Intel, bp, and Rice Management Company, we are thrilled to open our doors and have the ‘Future of HOU’ on full display for the City of Houston to see! Are HOU ready? Parking InstructionsParking Instructions: Enter 4203 Fannin Street into your GPS for directions directly to this parking lot, located across the street from The Ion building.