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Welcome back to another week of In the Loop Houston! We hope you have had a great week thus far. As always, we’re bringing you stories and ideas that inspire and challenge the way we think about our world. Inspired by a powerful quote from Kevin Kelly, we’re leaning into the idea that the future belongs to those who see possibilities in every challenge. This week is all about embracing the power of positivity and forward-thinking.

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Houston-Sized Happenings

• Events for Business

• Events for Fun

• Food for Thought

• Things That Interest Us

• Hot Reads of the Week

Events for Business

Below are some awesome events going on this week where you can meet like-minded people who are enduring the same struggles that you are.

• August 29th - Virtual Think Tank Thursday

• August 30th - Creative Community Mixer

• August 30th - AI For Business Success

• September 5th - Tech & Business Networking

• September 5th - Cup of Joey - The Cannon West Houston

• September 6th - Startup Moves Virtual Job Fair & Career Expo

• September 10th - Houston Women In VC Luncheon

Events for Fun

Not everything needs to be focused on work! Below are some fun events to help you relax and spend some time with friends and family.

• August 29th - Ty Myers @ The Rustic

• August 29th - The Riot presents Thursday Night Standup Comedy Showcase

• August 30th - Labor Day Weekend Blowout

• August 31st - 3×3 Rubik’s Cube Masterclass

• September 7th - Perfume Making Workshop in Downtown Houston

Food for Thought

If you’ve never heard of Kevin Kelly or read any of his work, we heavily recommend diving into his insightful and forward-thinking ideas. As the founding executive editor of Wired magazine, Kelly has spent his career blazing his own trail as a writer, philosopher, and technologist. His unique perspective on the future and technology has inspired countless innovators and thinkers.

This week, a piece of wisdom from his Twitter feed caught our attention: "Over the long term, the future is decided by optimists." This simple yet profound statement resonates deeply with a life philosophy we've worked hard to cultivate—optimism.

In a world often dominated by headlines of doom and gloom, it’s easy to fall into the trap of cynicism. But Kelly's words remind us that it is the optimists—those who see potential in every challenge, opportunity in every setback, and hope in every uncertainty—who shape the future. They are the ones who drive progress, push boundaries, and create solutions to problems others deem insurmountable.

Optimism isn’t about ignoring the difficulties we face. It’s about acknowledging them and choosing to believe that we can overcome them. It’s the fuel for innovation, the spark that ignites creative thinking, and the foundation for building a better future. Here in Houston, a city known for its resilience and entrepreneurial spirit, optimism is more than just a mindset—it’s a way of life.

As you go about your week, we encourage you to embrace this optimism. Look for the silver linings, believe in the possibilities, and remember that the future is in the hands of those who dare to be hopeful. In a time when it's easy to be overwhelmed by the challenges we face, let’s choose to be the optimists who help shape a brighter future for our community.

Things That Interest Us

Hot Reads of the Week

Have you ever wanted to get into Product Management; we found this amazing image of every book you should get your hands on to get into it or expand your career in it. A couple of Hot Reads!

Stay optimistic and rock on!

-Jorge & Aubrie