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SUMMARY:CoGroups: Talk Shop Thursday | June 2026
DESCRIPTION:Talk Shop Thursday\nJune 2026\nJoin our “Talk Shop Thursday” at 12:00 p.m. on the second Thursday of each month. This interactive session is for marketers at all levels to share strategies\, troubleshoot challenges\, and discuss how to navigate a marketing career. Jump in\, ask questions\, and let’s grow together. \nPlease RSVP here or using the button below to attend.
URL:https://www.amahouston.org/event/talk-shop-thursday-june-2026/
CATEGORIES:CoGroups,Virtual
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SUMMARY:CoGroups: Tech Talk Tuesday | June 2026
DESCRIPTION:Tech Talk Tuesday\nJune 2026\nJoin our “Tech Talk Tuesday” at 11:30am (CST) on the third Tuesday of every month. This interactive session is designed for marketing professionals eager to stay ahead of the curve with the latest tools and technologies. Whether you’re looking to share your own tech discoveries or are in search of new solutions to enhance your marketing strategies\, this event offers a forum to explore innovative technologies\, learn from peers\, and discover what’s trending in the world of digital marketing. Engage in lively discussions and expand your technical toolkit in this knowledge-sharing event. \nPlease RSVP here or using the button below to attend.
URL:https://www.amahouston.org/event/tech-talk-tuesday-june-2026/
CATEGORIES:CoGroups,Virtual
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SUMMARY:June Academy | The Trade Show Playbook
DESCRIPTION:The Trade Show Playbook: Strategy\, Creativity & Execution\nFeaturing an expert panel\, behind-the-scenes tour\, and lunch at Innovative Environments \nJune 17\, 2026 | 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM | Innovative Environments \nTrade shows can be one of the biggest line items in a marketing budget — but also one of the hardest to get right. Between booth design\, messaging\, logistics\, attendee engagement\, and proving ROI\, many teams are left wondering what actually makes an exhibit experience successful. \nIn this interactive lunchtime event\, industry experts will share insights\, experiences\, and lessons learned from the world of trade show marketing during a live panel discussion hosted at Innovative Environments. Attendees will have the opportunity to submit questions ahead of time and participate in live Q&A conversations covering the realities of planning\, executing\, and evaluating trade show programs in today’s environment. \nFollowing the discussion\, attendees will go behind the scenes for a guided facility tour to see how exhibits\, branded environments\, and trade show materials are brought to life — from concept and production to final execution. Along the way\, guests will be able to explore real-world examples\, connect with peers over lunch\, and gain practical perspectives they can apply to future events and marketing initiatives. \nYou’ll leave with fresh ideas\, new industry connections\, and a deeper understanding of the strategy\, creativity\, and execution behind impactful trade show experiences. \n\nWho Should Attend\n\nCMOs & VPs of Marketing\nMarketing Directors & Senior Marketing Managers\nEvent & Experiential Marketing Leaders\nTrade Show & Conference Managers\nBrand Marketing Leaders\nDemand Generation & Field Marketing Teams\nBusiness Development Leaders attending industry events\nCorporate Communications & Brand Experience Teams\nSales & Marketing Leaders responsible for lead generation at events\nOperations or Procurement Teams involved in exhibit/vendor selection\nCompanies exploring their first trade show presence\nManufacturers\, industrial companies\, and B2B organizations exhibiting at industry events\nAgencies & Consultants supporting experiential or event marketing\nStartup & Growth-Stage Companies building brand visibility through events\nNonprofit & Association Marketing Teams managing conferences and exhibits\n\n\nSpeaker Info Coming Soon\n\nRegistration\nEarly Registration (Now-June 10\, 2026\, EOD)\nMember: $20\nNon-Member: $28\nStudent: $10 \nStandard Registration (June 11-June 17\, 2026)\nMember: $25\nNon-Member: $35\nStudent: $15 \nRegistration Deadline: June 17\, 2026 \nDirections:\nIf you are coming from Wilshire Place Drive\, continue past the Harris County Toll Road Authority office and proceed to the entrance for Alamo Crossing Commerce Center. Turn left into the commerce center and continue down the road. Innovative Environments will be on your left before reaching the bridge at Maxwell Road. \nParking:\nFree parking available in the lot adjacent to the building. \nThank you to our academy venue & food/beverage sponsor
URL:https://www.amahouston.org/event/june-2026-academy/
LOCATION:Innovative Environments\, 7885 Northcourt Rd #100\, Houston\, TX\, 77040\, United States
CATEGORIES:Academy,In-Person
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SUMMARY:June 2026 | Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:Bricks\, Brands & Bold Moves: What My First 90 Days in Franchise Ownership Taught Me\nJoin us for an engaging and insightful luncheon featuring Krystal Woodward\, Co-Owner of Bricks & Minifigs Greater Heights\, as she shares the real-world lessons\, unexpected challenges\, and marketing pivots that shaped her first 90 days in franchise ownership within the LEGO® franchise ecosystem. \nLaunching a business is never simple\, but operating within a globally recognized brand environment adds an entirely new level of complexity. From navigating intellectual property considerations to adapting quickly in a fast-moving franchise environment\, Krystal’s journey has required creativity\, flexibility\, collaboration\, and resilience from day one. \nIn this candid session\, Krystal will pull back the curtain on what it really takes to build momentum\, solve problems\, and create impact when plans shift unexpectedly. Drawing from both her corporate hospitality career and entrepreneurial experience\, she’ll share how balancing strategy with adaptability became essential to success. \nWhether you’re building a brand\, leading a team\, launching a business\, or navigating change within your organization\, this session will provide practical insights and relatable lessons you can apply immediately. \nWhat You’ll Learn\n\nHow to adapt marketing and business strategies in rapidly changing environments\nLessons learned from navigating franchise ownership within the LEGO® brand ecosystem\nThe role of creativity\, collaboration\, and humility in overcoming unexpected business challenges\nHow customer experience and community engagement can drive long-term momentum\nPractical approaches to balancing corporate leadership with entrepreneurship\n\nKey Takeaways\nBy the end of this session\, attendees will gain a clearer understanding of how to lead through uncertainty\, pivot effectively when plans change\, and turn challenges into opportunities for growth. You’ll leave with actionable insights on adaptability\, customer experience\, and building resilience in both corporate and entrepreneurial environments. \n\nSpeaker\nKrystal Woodward\nCo-Owner\, Bricks & Minifigs Greater Heights \nBy day\, Krystal is a corporate hotel sales professional who wins clients by delivering expertly curated\, high-impact site visits that inspire confidence and drive business results. By night\, she co-owns Bricks & Minifigs Greater Heights alongside her husband\, balancing the realities of entrepreneurship with the demands of a high-performing corporate career. \nThis dual perspective gives Krystal a unique lens on leadership\, customer experience\, adaptability\, and navigating the tactical challenges of small business ownership. \nDeeply committed to community engagement and exceptional customer experiences\, Krystal was recently recognized as Volunteer of the Year for the MPI Houston Chapter. \nWhether she’s navigating complex corporate contracts or helping a young builder find the perfect “missing piece” at her shop\, Krystal thrives on the blend of logic\, creativity\, and relationship-building that both hospitality and building with LEGO® require. \n\nWHEN: \nJune 18\, 2026\n11:30 am- 12:00 pm Networking\n12:00 pm – 1:00 pm Luncheon \nWHERE: \nUnited Way of Greater Houston\n50 Waugh Drive\, Houston\, TX\, 77007 \nPARKING: \nFree Parking Available –\nADA Accessible Parking is in the covered garage\, take the elevator down to the ground floor \nPRICING: \nEarly Bird Pricing Ends June 3\nAMA Member: $44 / $54 after Early Bird\nNon-Member: $54 / $74 after Early Bird\nStudent: $32 / $32 after Early Bird \nThank you to our presenting sponsor: Innovative Environments
URL:https://www.amahouston.org/event/june-2026-luncheon/
LOCATION:United Way of Greater Houston\, 50 Waugh Dr\, Houston\, TX\, 77007\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person,Networking Luncheons
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SUMMARY:June 2026 | Marketing Mixer
DESCRIPTION:AMA Houston Summer Mixer & Gives Back Silent Auction\nCelebrating the Volunteers\, Partners\, Sponsors & Crystal Awards Honorees Who Make It All Happen \nJoin us on June 25 for an evening dedicated to celebrating the people who make our marketing community thrive. \nAs we close out another successful fiscal year\, we’re recognizing the volunteers\, sponsors\, partners\, Crystal Awards finalists and winners\, and community members whose contributions help power our chapter’s impact throughout the year. \nKick off summer with an evening of networking\, recognition\, and connection while supporting a meaningful cause through our AMA Houston Gives Back Silent Auction. Browse and bid on exciting items including spa packages\, sporting event tickets\, restaurant experiences\, jewelry\, and more\, with proceeds supporting our philanthropy initiatives. \nWhether you’re a longtime member\, volunteer\, partner\, sponsor\, Crystal Awards honoree\, or simply looking to connect with Houston’s marketing community\, we invite you to join us for a relaxed evening of celebration and appreciation. \nWhat to Expect \n\nNetworking with Houston-area marketing professionals\nRecognition of volunteers and supporters\nCelebration of Crystal Awards finalists and winners\nAMA Houston Gives Back Silent Auction\nSummer mixer atmosphere with great conversations and connections\n\nDate: June 25\, 2026 \nTime: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM \nLocation: Cottonwood Houston\n3422 N Shepherd Dr.\, Houston\, TX 77018 \nFree parking is available in front of the venue. \nCome celebrate the people behind AMA Houston and help us kick off summer in style. \nRegistration Link Coming Soon
URL:https://www.amahouston.org/event/june-2026-marketing-mixer/
LOCATION:Cottonwood\, 3422 N Shepherd Dr.\, Houston\, TX\, 77018\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person,Marketing Mixers
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