08/05/2026
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AREAA Houston proudly hosted our inaugural Housing Symposium, and we are excited to share that it was a **SOLD OUT** event! ๐กโจ
Planned in less than two months, this symposium became a reality because of the dedication, passion, and teamwork of our incredible AREAA Houston Board of Directors. Every board member contributed their time, energy, and expertise to make this event a success. I am truly grateful to serve alongside such an amazing team. โค๏ธ
๐ค One of the highlights of the day was our keynote speaker, Washington Ho
Washington shared his family's inspiring journey, the challenges they overcame, and how perseverance, entrepreneurship, and a commitment to giving back created a lasting legacy. His story reminded us that success is not only measured by what we achieve, but also by how we uplift others and serve our communities. His message was inspiring, motivational, and a powerful reminder that building generational wealth begins with vision, hard work, and giving back. Thank you, Washington, for sharing your incredible story and inspiring everyone in attendance. ๐
๐ A Heartfelt Thank You to Our Event Sponsors
๐ Bank of Hope
๐ Wells Fargo
๐ New York Life
๐ PHIT Home Inspection
๐ Priority Insurance
Because of your generous sponsorship, we were able to offer this educational event **FREE** to the public, helping families and real estate professionals gain valuable knowledge about homeownership, financial planning, and building generational wealth. ๐
๐ค **Thank You to Our Sister Chapter!**
A special thank you to AREAA Greater Austin for driving all the way to Houston to support our event. Your friendship and collaboration mean so much to us!
๐บ **Special Thanks to AREAA - Asian Real Estate Association of America AREAA National President Bryan Kap Ahn**
Thank you for flying from Hawaii to Houston to support our chapter and for moderating several panel discussions. Your leadership, encouragement, and commitment to our mission continue to inspire us.
๐ **Thank You to Our Vendor Sponsors**
โจ Goosehead Insurance โ Gabby Hua
โจ Bank of Hope
โจ New York Life
โจ Wells Fargo
โจ Priority Insurance
โจ PHIT Home Inspection
โจ Southwest Management District
โจ Daikin
This event came together in less than two months. There were many late nights, planning meetings, and countless hours behind the scenes. Seeing a full room and receiving such wonderful feedback made every minute worthwhile. ๐
๐ธ **A Huge Shout-Out to Jeff Paxton!**
Thank you for capturing every special moment with your incredible photography. We truly appreciate your talent and dedication!
๐ท Photo Gallery:
https://jeffpaxtonphoto.pixieset.com/260722areaa/
โค๏ธ Finally, thank you to everyone who attended, volunteered, sponsored, spoke, and supported AREAA Houston. Together, we are making a real impact by promoting sustainable homeownership, advancing education, and helping families build generational wealth.
The success of our inaugural Housing Symposium is only the beginning. We look forward to continuing to serve our community through education, collaboration, and leadership.
