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Economic Development

Port of Houston No. 1 in the U.S. by Cargo Volume

11/30/20
The Port of Houston is now the number one port in the nation by total tonnage of goods moved, according to new figures for the 2019 calendar year.  The Port, which is comprised of the public and…
Workforce Development

Education Benefits Propel Economic Mobility

11/30/20
Entry-level and frontline workers are generally in low paying jobs, but they can prepare for new or changing jobs or roles by gaining additional education or credentials – upskilling. Upskilling…
Digital Technology

Houston a Leading City for Diversity in STEM Jobs

11/24/20
Houston, long a hub for engineering talent, has been working in recent years to develop its tech workforce. Collective employment in the science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) fields totals…
Economic Development

Energy Leaders Discuss the Current State of the Global Industry Amid New Challenges

11/24/20
Houston has long been revered as the world capital of the energy industry. The region remains one of the largest energy economies with 4,600 energy companies and 18 Fortune 500 energy headquarters. …
Aerospace & Aviation

Emerging Aerospace Trends and Technology Taking Flight in Houston

11/23/20
Houston's aerospace industry continues to flourish despite an economically challenging year. Amid key developments is the region's expanding commercial space sector.  To learn more about what's…
Education

Is Greater Houston Getting a Fair Cut of Higher Education Funding?

11/20/20
Colleges and universities draw funds from various sources to sustain their operations, but it’s the state funding that often receives the most attention due to the complexities of the funding formula…
Executive Partners