HBTS 2024 Symposium Mixer
Houston Black Tech Symposium Kick-Off Mixer
Monday, April 22, 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. – Houston Medical Center
III by Wolfgang Puck
(Register Below)
FREE private event for Houston dignitaries, Symposium participating organizations, speakers, and presenters and BUiLT members.
Or, buy a $50.00 Private Event Ticket at the Symposium Register Here or Pay Below.
To attend the Mixer, please register by end of day Saturday, April 20, 2024.
III by Wolfgang Puck
6550 Bertner Ave 6th Floor, Houston, TX 77030
We are hosting an appreciation mixer to recognize the leaders and supporters of the Greater Houston Black tech community.
— Complimentary food and beverages
— Interior dining and networking spaces
— DJ and dancing
— Contests and giveaways
Business Casual Dress Attire
Emcee & HostessBriana Conner
The Houston, Texas native is a graduate of Hightower High School. She started her career in Victoria, Texas, and most recently covered the Triad community in North Carolina. During her time there, Briana covered local and national events like NCAA March Madness, the Panthers Super Bowl run in 2016, Hurricane Florence, the 2016 and 2020 elections, the massacre at Mother Emmanuel AME Church, and the subsequent removal of the Confederate Flag from the South Carolina State House.
Behind the scenes, Briana continues a close relationship with her alma mater, The University of Texas at Austin. She was a member of the UT Pom Squad during her time there and continues dancing now in her spare time. She also dedicates much of her time to community and board service.
Appetizers
Shrimp Brochettes (Beef-bacon wrapped, smoked gouda, jalapeño, spicy BBQ sauce)
Truffle Fry Shooters (Shaved Parmesan, truffle bechamel sauce)
Chicken Skewers (Chargrilled, skewered, Asian vinaigrette)
Steakhouse Sliders (Steakhouse blend, beef bacon, tomato jam, smoked gouda, challah roll)
Caprese Flatbread (Fresh mozzarella, marinara, fresh basil)
Truffle Mac & Cheese Cups (Melting cheese, truffle oil)
Entree
Pan-seared scallops with wild mushroom demi glaze
Cornflake crusted chicken breast (Corn flake crusted with honey dijon vinaigrette)
Seasonal veggies
Braised spinach
Desert
Southern Bread Pudding
Drinks
Old Fashioned, assorted wines, beers and soft drinks
Event Schedule:
6:00-7:00: Registration, Networking
7:00-7:45: Official Welcome + Program
7:45-8:00: Prize Give-Aways
8:00 and beyond: Networking / Dancing