UNITED BY THE GAME MEGA NETWORKING EVENT

Written by Michael Thervil

UNITED BY THE GAME MEGA NETWORKING EVENT

[United By The Game Mega Networking Event] In just two days, a major networking event will be held in Downtown Houston at the Bayou Place which is located at 500 Texas Ave, Houston, TX 77002 this Thursday, May 28^th, 2026. The “United By The Game Mega Networking Event” operates in the spirit of the World Cup coming to Houston, Texas and is heavily sponsored by Martin Curiman. It’s been predicted that this business networking event will be the most talked about in the City of Houston well after it’s over. The goal of this networking event is to not only spotlight the highly diverse number of businesses, owners, and operators in Houston, but this event will also allow for like-minded individuals to come together and forge strategic partnerships and international business relationships to be created and cultivated.   

Doors for The United By The Game Mega Networking Event will open at 5:30pm for VIP guests and members followed by a general opening for all other members and guests at 6pm with the main program of the evening starting at 7:45. According to the latest Press Release, everyone from “consular leaders, elected officials, chamber leaders, sponsors, organization presidents, international guests” will be attending this mega business networking event which will consist of over 91 affiliated organizations. According to some of the heads of the various organizations that will be attending this event:

“Ivan Sanchez

President, Houston Millennials

Lead Organizer, United by the Game

“Houston is welcoming the world by showing our culture, our business community, and the

diversity that makes this city powerful. Our diversity and business community are our strengths, and this event shows what happens when 91 organizations move as one city. Houston’s global moment starts here. Come on by and see you at the top.”

Adriana Gonzalez

President, Camara de Empresarios Latinos de Houston

“Este evento va a impulsar económicamente a toda la ciudad de Houston.”

Translation: “This event will help economically boost the entire city of Houston.”

Alva Kattan

Event Coordinator, United by the Game

“Helping coordinate this many organizations is truly one of the great honors of my lifetime. We cannot wait to welcome everyone into a room that reflects the strength, energy, and leadership of Houston.”

Christina Shepherd

Logistics Lead, United by the Game

“The movement behind this event is massive. The logistics, the people, the organizations, the

timing, and the energy all matter. We are excited to see this come together and deliver a

powerful experience for Houston.”

Christian

President, World Chamber of Commerce Texas

“World Chamber of Commerce Texas is proud to help host the VIP reception for United by the Game. What started with a few international invitations quickly became a domino effect, with consulate generals and global leaders recognizing the importance of this Houston moment. This reception reflects what we do best: bringing international business, diplomacy, culture, and leadership into the same room.”

Black Wall St.

“United by the Game is bringing powerhouses from every level of government into the room. City, county, state, and federal leaders will be present alongside business leaders and community builders, making this a serious gathering for Houston, Texas, and the country.”

Some of the other major attendees of this event will include the 100 Black Men of Metropolitan Houston, National Hispanic Professional Organization, Houston Regional Veterans Chamber of Commerce, Camara Oficial Mexicana Empresarial, Small Business Connexion, African American Marketing Association, BakerRipley, Houston Black Real Estate Association, CReed Global Media, International Entertainment Partnership and Houston Entertainment Initiative, Dia del Salvadoreno Houston, Colombia United USA, GV&A Productions, Golden Experiences, WorkFaith, NAHSE Houston, Houston Fashion Week, Houston Young Professionals, and the A-List Group.

Also, according to the Press Release: “United by the Game: Mega Networking Experience Kickoff powered by Martín Curiman is a coalition driven mega networking experience created to connect Houston’s business, civic, chamber, nonprofit, media, international, and community leadership communities during Houston’s global soccer moment. The event is powered by Martín Curiman and coordinated through Houston Millennials with support from 91 participating organizations. The experience is designed to build real relationships, create business opportunities, elevate coalition partners, and position Houston as a city ready to welcome the world through culture, commerce, leadership, and community.”

There will also be food, drinks, and entertainment during this event so if you are interested in obtaining tickets to attend this highly anticipated event you can purchase your tickets here to RSVP.