Business Briefs Summer 2024
Bay Area Houston Economic Partnership
Volume 17, Number 1
Letter From the President Inside this issue: 2
Special Honors
2
Business Assistance Programs
5
Marketing
6
Public Relations & Media Communications
6
Special Initiatives
7
Preserve NASA Funding Levels
8
Storm Surge Protection
9
Bay Area Houston Advanced Technology Consortium
11
Space Alliance Technology Outreach Program
16
Membership
18
Our Partners
As we advance through 2024, I want to take a moment to express my gratitude for your continued support and dedication to this great organization. I’m proud to lead such a passionate and dedicated group of individuals, and excited to share with you some highlights of the work that we have been involved in over the last few months. BAHEP continues to grow and change along with the region. We have settled nicely in our new permanent office at 1150 Gemini Street, and if you haven’t seen it yet we’d welcome the chance to show you around our new space. For 30 years, BAHEP has presented its acclaimed Quasar Award for Economic Development Excellence to an outstanding elected official or business leader who has demonstrated a strong and continued effort to support the business foundations of the Bay Area Houston community. This annual banquet has steadily grown into a destination event, and at this year’s sold-out Gala, William T. Harris, President, and CEO of Space Center Houston was honored for his exceptional leadership and contributions to the economic prosperity of the region.
Throughout BAHEP’s 48-year history, we have continued to evolve to meet the needs of our members, industry, academia, and the larger Bay Area community. We are a member-driven organization, and we are always grateful for the large number of our members who donate their time and resources to participate in the initiatives that find voice in our unique and collaborative committee structure. Joining a committee is a fantastic way for our members to get engaged in the topics that are most important to them, and nurturing
Brian Freedman meaningful collaborations is always a top priority for us. I am always happy to report that our membership continues to grow, and many of our initiatives are bearing fruit for our members, the organization, and the community. On the heels of co-hosting the third annual ASCENDx Texas 2024 Conference in February, there is truly some exciting stuff happening, and I’m confident that by working together we can continue to experience tremendous growth in this great region. In the first two months of this year alone, BAHEP has already hosted three international trade delegations seeking to bolster their presence in Houston, in addition to also hosting two fantastic speakers at our most recent General Membership Meetings. Bay Area Houston has a rich history of resilience and innovation, and I have no doubt that this great community will continue to thrive throughout the rest of 2024 and far beyond! Thank you once again for your support and dedication to BAHEP. Together, we can build a brighter future for our community. Sincerely,
President Bay Area Houston Economic Partnership