Startup Grind Houston

01/18/2026

A startup is a network of human relationships, often centered around the relationship between Co-Founders. As Misha Chellam explains in the video below, several

06/05/2025

In Loving Memory of Chris Haug

It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Chris Haug, our beloved Startup Grind Maryland Chapter Director.

Chris had a big, Texas-sized heart and a generosity of spirit that lit up every room—and every Zoom call—he was part of. He wasn’t just a leader; he was a mentor, a friend, and a true embodiment of what Startup Grind stands for: Give First, Make Friends, and Help Others.

From his passion for community building to his relentless support of fellow founders and dreamers, Chris made an impact that reached far beyond state lines. Whether he was hosting a local event or cheering someone on behind the scenes, his positivity and integrity left a lasting impression.

His presence will be deeply missed, but his legacy lives on in the countless lives he touched.

Please join us in holding his family and loved ones in your thoughts during this time. We’ll share more soon on how our community can honor and celebrate Chris’s life.

Rest in peace, Chris. You truly made this world—and our community—better.

12/05/2024

📣 Local Volunteer Opportunity! Do you or someone you know have some cheerful, warm holiday party gear and care to share strength, smiling faces, and helpfulness at this year's holiday event (Dec. 11, 5-9pm)? This is Houston's best startup & entrepreneurial holiday soiree! Register as an Event Volunteer - a great way to signal to the local startup community that you're a doer and helpful😉

Don't worry, everyone will be able to enjoy the event... Volunteer efforts won't take more than 90mins. Available volunteer roles: Set up/ Break down Mastermind, Friendly Wayfinder, Registration Helper, and Mindful Greeter.

By registering, you're letting event organizers know that you're willing to assist. Once registered ($20 cost, save 80%! , covers drink costs), expect to hear back to determine the role and time slot that's best for you (or them if a colleague or friend).

Jingle Mingle and the Houston Tech & Energytech Extravaganza Celebrate the season with Houston’s tech, energy transition, and life science startup communities!…

10/10/2024

Hope you’ve had a happy summer!

Now that fall is upon us, Natasha Gorodetsky, Mery Ramirez, our new Investor-in-Residence Amy Tran, and I are gearing up to host several in-person & online events with the primary purposes being to find quality applicants & participants, and identifying & scheduling available mentors for the upcoming Founder Institute Houston cohort beginning in February 2025.

All interested candidates & mentors are strongly encouraged to attend an In-Person Networking Event on Tues., October 22nd (6-8pm) at The Powder Keg Houston (adjacent to The Cannon Community ) 1334 Brittmore Rd. Houston, TX 77043. Share & Ask w/ the local Directors, and Mentors, introduce us to those you believe are strong candidates.

Application deadlines approach quickly! Early applications (Save $100) and founder Fellowship requests (25% & 50% off enrollment, 1 of each available) are due November 3rd. Ideally all interested candidates’ applications will be received before December 15th for evaluation by the Founder Institute HQ & local teams. Should there be a late-comer or two, please apply. The 2 Fellowships are only considered for exceptional Applicants who have submitted by Nov. 3.. Acceptances are expected to be announced in mid-late January.

Thank you in advance for your support & participation. Without our amazing community, the local program would not be the best, earliest stage startup accelerator serving the Houston area.

Application Link: https://fi.co/houston

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Houston's startup ecosystem is diverse & dynamic! Early stage entrepreneurs attending this casual event at The Powder Keg (ice house next to The Cannon - West Houston) can meet peers who are building local startups and the FI Houston team and community. Most people don't know about the Founder i...