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SUMMARY:Access Granted: Opening the Door to Harris County Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:A conversation with County leadership on how decisions are made—and how your business can better position itself to compete.\n\n\n\nJoin us for an evening that puts you closer to opportunity.\n \nWe are bringing together small business owners\, contractors\, and community leaders for a direct conversation with Harris County leadership\, featuring Erica Lee Carter\, the first African American County Administrator in Harris County history. \nThis is not a panel. This is access. \nIf you are serious about doing business with Harris County—or understanding how decisions are actually made—this is the room you need to be in. \nToo many businesses are qualified\, but not positioned. \nThis conversation is designed to give you a clearer understanding of how Harris County operates\, how contracting decisions are made\, and how your business can better compete. \n\n\nWHAT YOU’LL GAIN\n \n• Insight into how Harris County operates• Understanding of how contracting and procurement decisions are made• Direct exposure to County leadership• Meaningful connections with other business owners \n\n\nWHO SHOULD ATTEND\n \n• Minority-owned businesses• Women-owned businesses• Small business owners• Contractors and service providers• Individuals preparing to start a business \n \nPROGRAM FORMAT\nFireside conversation with County leadershipAudience Q&ANetworking \n\n\nCHOOSE YOUR LEVEL OF ACCESS\nNot all seats in the room are the same. \nWe’ve created multiple ways to participate—whether you’re coming to learn\, connect\, or position your business for real opportunity. \nSelect your level of access below. Availability is limited at each level.el. \n \nSPONSORSHIP & ACCESS LEVELS\nEvent Sponsor (VIP Access)\n$2\,500\nThis is the highest level of access and engagement for the evening. \nDesigned for those who value proximity\, relationships\, and direct connection. \nIncludes: \n• VIP Early Access (5:45 PM – 6:25 PM)• Private small-group engagement with County Administrator Erica Lee Carter• Reserved seating for up to 6 guests• Premium logo placement (Eventbrite\, digital materials\, signage if available)• Verbal recognition during the program• Opportunity to distribute company materials• Priority introductions and networking positioning \nThis level places you in the room before the room—and at the center of the conversation. \nVery limited availability. \n \nAccess Sponsor\n$1\,000\nThis level is for businesses and leaders who want to be seen\, recognized\, and taken seriously in the room. \nIncludes: \n• Reserved seating (2–3 seats)• Logo placement on Eventbrite and event materials (where applicable)• Recognition during the program• Listing as an Access Sponsor• Early networking access at 6:00 PM• Positioning your business in front of decision-makers and serious operators \nThis is a visibility and credibility tier for those building relationships and presence. \nLimited availability. \n \nSupporting Partner\n$500\nThis level is designed for business owners and professionals who want more than general admission and are intentional about positioning themselves in the right rooms. \nIncludes: \n• Priority seating (front/middle section)• Early entry at 6:15 PM• Recognition as a Supporting Partner of The Pierre Foundation• Name listed in event materials (digital)• Enhanced networking access before general admission \nThis is the ideal level for emerging business owners preparing for growth and visibility. \nLimited availability. \n \nGeneral Admission \nFree (RSVP Required) \nAccess to the full program\, including the fireside conversation\, audience Q&A\, and networking session. \nIdeal for those looking to learn\, connect\, and better understand how to navigate opportunities within Harris County.
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