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Houston Young Professionals and Entrepreneurs (HYPE)

Houston Young Professionals and Entrepreneurs (HYPE) offers dedicated professional development experiences for the next generation of business and community leaders at member companies through unique, regular engagements throughout the year and a curated bimonthly newsletter geared towards building their skills and enhancing their leadership potential. HYPE members are typically early- to mid-career professionals interested in growing their career potential.

What do HYPE Members Get?

Engaging Experiences: HYPE offers dedicated professional development experiences designed for the next generation of business and community leaders.
Regular Engagements: Members benefit from six unique engagements throughout the year, fostering a continuous learning environment.
Curated Newsletter: Stay informed with our curated bimonthly newsletter, tailored to build skills and enhance leadership potential.

What Should I Expect to Gain?

Skill Building: Equip yourself with the skills needed to thrive in a dynamic professional landscape.
Leadership Enhancement: Hone your leadership potential through curated experiences and insights.
Community Building: Foster connections and collaborations within a community of driven professionals.

Upcoming Event

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Future of Texas - Homelessness in Houston

5/15/25

Join us for an engaging panel discussion on homelessness in the Houston area, featuring key leaders working across housing, mental health, public safety, and community support. Panelists include Wayne Young, CEO of The Harris Center for Mental Health & IDD; Kelly Young, President & CEO of the Coalition for the Homeless of Houston/Harris County; Director Mike Nichols of the City of Houston’s Housing and Community Development Department; and Chief Larry Satterwhite from the Office of Public Safety and Homeland Security. Together, they will explore collaborative strategies, challenges, and solutions in addressing homelessness in our community. Speakers Include: Michael C. Nichols - Director, City of Houston Housing and Community Development Department Wayne Young - Chief Executive Officer, The Harris Center for Mental Health & IDD Kelly Young - President & CEO, Coalition for the Homeless of Houston/Harris County Larry J Satterwhite - Director - Mayor's Office of Public Safety and Homeland Security