The Greater Houston Partnership presents the 14th Annual Rise to the Top celebrating International Women’s Day on Friday, March 7!

Join us for a powerful and inspiring celebration of women in leadership at one of Houston’s most anticipated annual events! This year’s Rise to the Top shines a spotlight on the remarkable journeys of women leaders under the theme #AccelerateAction—a call to drive meaningful progress for future generations.

An Empowering Lineup You Can't Miss:

10:30 a.m. - Registration and Women's Network Expo

Arrive early to enjoy the interactive pre-function networking experience featuring an engaging expo with booths from local companies from across the region. Delve into innovative products and services specifically tailored to women in business, all before the main program begins.

10:45 a.m.: VIP Live Podcast Recording
Exclusively for sponsors, join Katie Pryor, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of the Greater Houston Partnership, as she hosts a live recording of the Rise to the Top Podcast with special guest Anita Sehgal, SVP of Marketing & Communications, Houston Astros.

Noon - 1:30 p.m. - Rise to the Top Event

• Partnership Welcome from President and CEO Steve Kean
• Mini Keynote featuring Gretchen Watkins, President, Shell USA, Inc. and Partnership Chair

Panel Conversation:

• Elizabeth Brock, Vice President of Infrastructure Planning, CenterPoint Energy
• Normanique Preston, Chief People Officer, Axiom Space
• Qiara Suggs, Chief Human Capital Officer, TDECU 
• Moderated by: Katie Pryor, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, Greater Houston Partnership

Why Attend?

• Be Inspired: Gain unique insights as top executives share their stories of perseverance, success, and impact.
• Celebrate Mentorship: Discover how mentorship shaped their careers and learn actionable ways to empower the next generation.
• Honor Achievement: Join us in recognizing the incredible contributions of women leaders driving change in Houston’s business community.

By attending or sponsoring, you’re championing a brighter, more inclusive future for women leaders in Houston and beyond.

Sponsor This Event
Don’t miss the chance to align your brand with a mission to uplift women and demonstrate your commitment to advancing leadership diversity.

For sponsorship details, contact Terry Leibowitz, Sr. Director, Sponsorship and Member Engagement, at 713-824-2403 or tleibowitz@record-room.com.

Let’s come together to celebrate, inspire, and accelerate action toward a stronger, more inclusive future.