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SUMMARY:SMBHOU × Cup of Joey: Turning LinkedIn Connections into Conversations
DESCRIPTION:Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/smbhou-cup-of-joey-turning-linkedin-connections-into-conversations-tickets-1964476848135?aff=ebdsoporgprofile\n\nTwo of Houston’s most connected communities are teaming up for something special! ☕️\n\n\n\nJoin Social Media Breakfast Houston and Cup of Joey for a one-of-a-kind morning of learning\, connection\, and coffee at The Ion. Together with Joey Sanchez\, we’ll explore how to turn online introductions into real-world conversations that lead to real opportunities. \nThis interactive session combines the best of both worlds: you’ll learn practical LinkedIn strategies from Joey\, then break into small groups to put those ideas into action. Come ready to meet new people\, share ideas\, and build relationships that last long after breakfast is over. \nWhat You’ll Learn \n\nCreate Meaningful LinkedIn Connections: Go beyond “likes” to spark real conversations.\nShow Up with Purpose: Post and engage intentionally to attract the right opportunities.\nBuild Offline Momentum: Turn online connections into in-person meetings that matter.\nGrow Your Community: Apply Joey’s “one cup of coffee” philosophy to expand your network with authenticity and impact.\n\nRegistration is required for in-person attendance. This session will not be livestreamed\, so be sure to join us in person for the full experience! \nSPEAKER \nJoey Sanchez\, Founder\, Cup of Joey \nJoey Sanchez is the founder of Cup of Joey\, a purpose-driven community that connects people through conversation and coffee across Houston’s innovation ecosystem. He has led community growth initiatives with The Ion\, Houston Exponential\, and other major partners\, helping thousands of professionals build meaningful relationships. Joey believes one cup of coffee and one connection can change the future\, a philosophy that fuels both his work and his life. \n🌐 https://cupofjoey.org \n🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/cup-of-joey/ \n🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/in/joeysanchez
URL:https://iondistrict.com/event/social-media-breakfast-8/
LOCATION:Ion\, 4201 Main Street\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:3rd Party Registration,All Communities,General Community,Mentorship,Networking,Register on Eventbrite
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SUMMARY:Ion Networking with Cup of Joey
DESCRIPTION:What is the purpose of Cup of Joey? It is to create a connected culture of coffee shop-open networking across our region. Every Friday morning\, you’ll have the opportunity to meet new and expand your current networks\, talk about tech\, inspire innovation\, and create community. \nSo\, what is the difference between a cup of joe and a Cup of Joe-Y? It is the WHY. It’s not what you do. It is why you do it! \nAt the Ion\, these are questions that we want to explore with the tech and innovation community. So\, show up\, be friendly\, and make new connections. Know your why\, and we will get to the future together. \nThe future is only a cup away. \nRegister Here: https://www.cupofjoey.org/
URL:https://iondistrict.com/event/ion-networking-with-cup-of-joey-34/2025-11-14/
LOCATION:Ion – Lobby\, 4201 Main St.\, Houston\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:3rd Party Registration,Academic Network,Community Event,Corporate Innovators,Founders & Startups,General Community,Investors & Capital,Networking,Office Hours,Start Here
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SUMMARY:⭕️Cybersecurity Circle⭕️
DESCRIPTION:A networking meetup welcoming cybersecurity enthusiasts of all experience levels. \nOur mission is to DEFEAT CYBER CRIMINALS by making cybersecurity knowledge accessible and relatable to everyone. This event creates a supportive environment for individuals starting their cybersecurity journey\, those transitioning into the field\, and professionals navigating job transitions—including those rebuilding confidence after layoffs. Together\, we strengthen our collective defense against cyber threats while fostering career growth and community connections. \nThe Cybersecurity Circle unites practitioners of all levels in an inclusive community committed to defeating cybercrime through shared knowledge\, collaboration\, and continuous learning. Together\, we’re securing our digital world—one hack at a time \n 
URL:https://iondistrict.com/event/%e2%ad%95%ef%b8%8fcybersecurity-circle%e2%ad%95%ef%b8%8f-6/
LOCATION:Ion\, 4201 Main Street\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:3rd Party Registration,Community Event,Founders & Startups,Networking,Start Here
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SUMMARY:TXRX Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:TXRX is Houston’s non-profit makerspace.\n\n\nJoin the Ion’s Engineer-in-Residence\, Larry Ciscon\, for TXRX Office Hours every Friday at the Ion. \nTXRX has a diverse network of creators\, artist\, and inventors coupled with tools and knowledge\, enable dreams to become reality. \nThey teach people of all ages and backgrounds the skills they need to build a future full of novelty and inspiration. \n\n\nFor more information about TXRX – be sure to check out their website and sign up for their newsletter to stay connected! TXRX offers various classes/workshops throughout the month – be sure to check out their calendar to register.\nInterested in signing up for a membership? Click here
URL:https://iondistrict.com/event/txrx-office-hours-22/
LOCATION:Ion – Lobby\, 4201 Main St.\, Houston\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Academic Network,Founders & Startups,General Community,Hardware
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SUMMARY:SCORE + LSA Global Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:SCORE is the nation’s largest network of volunteer\, expert business mentors. Since 1964\, SCORE has helped more than 11 million entrepreneurs start\, grow\, or successfully exit a business. SCORE’s 10\,000 volunteers provide free\, expert mentoring\, resources\, and education in all 50 U.S. states and territories. \nOffice Hours with SCORE take place each Friday morning. Additional partners will be on-site the second Friday of each month (excluding holidays) \n 
URL:https://iondistrict.com/event/score-lsa-global-office-hours-19/
LOCATION:Ion\, 4201 Main Street\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Founders & Startups,General Community,Networking,Office Hours,Start Here
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