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Established in 1983, the Houston Chapter is one of the largest and most active chapters in the U.S., with over 800 members.

Our members consist of MBAs and MBA students, business professionals, & entrepreneurs from both the public and private sectors. The Houston Chapter of the National Black MBA Association, Inc. (NBMBAA) is a nonprofit organization focused on providing individuals with the opportunity to pursue higher education, develop their professional skills, and increase the economic wealth of the community.

08/21/2026

We look forward to seeing you all at our Destination LA pre-conference mixer! This event is an opportunity to make your voice heard, build meaningful connections, and walk away with something valuable. Even if you are not able to attend the pre-conference mixer portion, we would love to see you from 7:45-8:30 pm for the voting portion!

🗳️ ELECTION & VOTING

Voting will take place in-person via a virtual link. Candidates who have formally expressed intent to run will give a brief introduction and share why they are the right candidate for the role.

Positions on the ballot:
• President
• VP of Administration
• VP of Operations
• Secretary
• Recording Secretary
• Treasurer

📌 All other positions are appointed by the President and voted on by the E-Board.

Election administration will be led by Past President Errol Allen II.

📍 Hearsay Levy Park
📅 August 27 | 7:45-8:30 PM

Register via Eventbrite for Voting ONLY tickets. OPEN TO ALL MEMBERS:
pivotpreconferencemixer.eventbrite.com

08/17/2026

📸 WIN A PROFESSIONAL HEADSHOT SESSION!

Houston Black MBA is proud to partner with Green Rebel Photography to give Destination LA pre-conference mixer attendees the chance to elevate their professional brand with a professional headshot experience! ✨

Raffle winners will receive:
✔️ Professional headshot experience
✔️ Posing & expression guidance
✔️ High-quality retouched images
✔️ Instant viewing of images

Whether you’re updating LinkedIn, your company bio or your personal brand, this is the perfect opportunity to put your best face forward!

🎉 Pre-conference mixer attendees will be entered to win!

📸 Special thanks to Green Rebel Photography for partnering with Houston Black MBA Association to make this opportunity possible.

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08/07/2026

Houston, we’re headed to LA. ✈️🌴
Before we PIVOT at the National Black MBA Association Conference in Los Angeles, we’re bringing the Houston Chapter together for Destination LA; our official Pre-Conference Mixer!

Join us for an evening of connection, career preparation, light bites, drinks, and intentional networking designed to help you get conference-ready. Whether you’re headed to LA or simply looking to expand your network here in Houston.

📍 Hearsay Levy Park
📅 August 27 | 5:30–8:00 PM
🎟️ One-way ticket to Destination LA: Register via Eventbrite to join the waiting list and for Voting ONLY tickets.

About the speakers:

Fela Abioye

Fela Abioye is a business leader, career development coach, speaker, author, and co-founder of Your Brand Inspires. With more than 17 years of experience in commercial insurance, he serves as a Managing Director and is the author of How to Corporate: Proven Lessons for Winning at Work. Through speaking, workshops, and networking events, Fela empowers professionals to build authentic relationships, strengthen their personal brands, and achieve long-term career success.

James Martin II

James Martin II is an award-winning speaker, personal branding strategist, author, and higher education leader with more than 15 years of experience in career development and leadership training. As Director of Employer Engagement and Brand Development at the University of St. Thomas–Houston and founder of J. Dorthen Martin Consulting, he equips professionals with the skills to build strong personal brands, enhance executive presence, and advance their careers.

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07/26/2026

Houston, we’re headed to LA. ✈️🌴
Before we PIVOT at the National Black MBA Association® conference in Los Angeles, we’re bringing the Houston Chapter together for Destination LA; our official Pre-Conference Mixer!

Join us for an evening of connection, career preparation, light bites, drinks, and intentional networking designed to help you get conference-ready. Whether you’re headed to LA or simply looking to expand your network here in Houston.

📍 Hearsay Levy Park
📅 August 27 | 5:30–8:00 PM
🎟️ One-way ticket to Destination LA: Register via Eventbrite at the link in bio.

A special thank you to Your Brand Inspires, GO3, OrangeTwist, CHB Photography, Green Rebel Photos and Black in HR for helping us create this experience for our members.

Want to help us make Destination LA even bigger? We’re welcoming additional sponsors and community partners interested in supporting professional development and connecting with Houston’s Black MBA community. Email [email protected] to get involved.

Members: tag someone you want to see at Destination LA! 👇🏾

07/23/2026

✨ A memorable evening celebrating the Houston Black MBA 2025-2026 Leaders of Tomorrow Closing Mixer!

Hosted at the Eldorado Ballroom at Project Row Houses , the evening honored our community partners, vendors, coaches, parents and students with an awards ceremony and celebrated our graduating seniors as they embark on their next chapter.

Congratulations to all of our award recipients and graduating seniors! 🎓🖤💙

07/22/2026

🚀 Interested in Consulting? Start Here.

Looking to launch your career in consulting? Oliver Wyman, a Marsh McLennan company, is hosting two virtual information sessions for students and early-career professionals interested in consulting opportunities.

📅 July 28: U.S. Entry-Level Consultant Info Session
📅 August 3: Texas Entry-Level Consultant Info Session (Dallas & Houston offices)

You’ll hear directly from consultants, gain insight into the recruiting process, learn what it’s like to work at Oliver Wyman, and have the opportunity to ask questions during the live Q&A.

If you’re exploring your next career move, this is a great opportunity to learn more and expand your network.

📲 Register using the QR codes in the graphics below.

Tag a student, recent graduate, or aspiring consultant who should check this out! EarlyCareer MBA Networking

07/20/2026

Community. Connection. Collaboration.✨

The Houston Black MBA was proud to partner with NAHSE Houston Chapter and Aqua Swim Angels, LLC for The Reunion at Brazos River Park!

It was a fun afternoon of networking, games, great food and conversations as members, families, and community partners came together to build meaningful connections.

Thank you to everyone who joined us. We can’t wait to see you at the next event!

07/16/2026

Interested in Healthcare Leadership? Hear Directly from Current Houston Methodist Administrative Fellows.

Are you an MBA, MHA, MPH, related graduate, or an early-career professional exploring healthcare leadership?

Join NBMBAA Houston for an exclusive virtual information session featuring current Houston Methodist Administrative Fellows, who will share firsthand insights into one of the nation’s premier administrative fellowship programs.

During this session, you’ll learn:
✔️ What the fellowship experience is really like
✔️ How to prepare a competitive application
✔️ Lessons learned from current fellows
✔️ Live Q&A with the panel

If you’re considering an administrative fellowship or a career in healthcare leadership, this is an opportunity you won’t want to miss.

📅 Date: July 29th
🕛 Time: 5-6pm

Interested? Complete the interest form at the link in bio and you’ll receive a Microsoft Teams invitation prior to the event.

Hosted exclusively for NBMBAA Houston members.

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07/11/2026

🚨 LAST CALL TO REGISTER! 🚨

The countdown is on! Don’t miss your chance to join us for The Reunion—a family cookout hosted by NAHSE Houston Chapter in partnership with the Houston Black MBA. Thank you to Aqua Swim Angels, LLC for their support and sponsorship of this event.

🎉 Enjoy an afternoon of great food, games, networking, music, and community as we reconnect and celebrate together.

🗓️ Registration closes Friday, July 17!
⏰ Secure your spot before the deadline—no registrations will be accepted after July 17.

Bring your family, invite a friend, and come ready for an unforgettable afternoon with two amazing organizations.

📍 Register with code NBMBAAHOU26 for a discounted ticket: https://lnkd.in/g8ZnPt25

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06/25/2026

Ready to increase your visibility with recruiters, hiring managers, and corporate partners? The Houston Chapter HR Committee is launching the Resume Book Project, an ongoing initiative designed to connect members with upcoming career and leadership opportunities across our partner network.

Whether you are actively job searching, exploring new leadership roles, or simply open to networking opportunities, we encourage you to participate and submit your resume for inclusion in the Resume Book database shared with participating employers and sponsors.

Submit your resume at the link in bio.

Initial Submission Deadline: July 31, 2026
Resumes submitted after the deadline will still be accepted and included in the next distribution wave.

Address

P. O. Box 56509
Houston, TX
77256

Telephone

+18323621200

Website

http://www.houstonblackmba.org/, http://nbmbaa.org/joinnbmbaa, http://accessmba.com/l/zSR

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