07/24/2026
If you missed the Greater Houston Business Procurement Forum…here are a few highlights!
More than 350 entrepreneurs, founders, contractors, and business owners came together with one goal: learning how to do business with the City of Houston.
As the keynote speaker and Chair of the City of Houston’s Economic Development Committee, I shared our vision that access to opportunity belongs to every Houstonian. When more qualified businesses have the opportunity to compete, Houston becomes more competitive.
Here’s what has me excited:
✅ The Office of Business Opportunity has streamlined the certification process, making it faster and easier for qualified businesses to access opportunities.
✅ The City’s procurement process is now more connected and easier to navigate through the new BizWithHou.org website.
✅ Every month, business owners have the opportunity to connect, learn, and build relationships at this outstanding forum.
A special thank you to our directors and city departments for their leadership in making these improvements, and to Milton Thibodeaux for bringing our business community together each month through this valuable breakfast forum.
Access to opportunity belongs to every Houstonian. If you’re looking to grow your business and compete for City contracts, now is the time to get connected.
