Houston Restaurant Weeks raised more than $1.8 million to donate to the Houston Food bank in 2023, this year at least 14 new restaurants will join the charity dining event. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gRq4DCdP
Houston First Corporation
Non-profit Organizations
Our mission is to enhance the quality of life, advance economic prosperity, and promote the Houston region.
About us
Houston First Corporation (HFC) is the official Destination Management Organization (DMO) for Houston, leading tourism and convention business for the city. Houston First is responsible for the day-to-day maintenance, licensing, and operation of convention and performing arts facilities, parks, plazas, events, and parking. Furthermore, the organization acts as the City of Houston’s agent for the collection of hotel occupancy tax revenue. Through unified, collaborative efforts with our partners, HFC actively promotes Houston as one of the world’s greatest cities, enhancing the Houston experience for visitors as well as residents while generating economic benefits for the region.
- Website
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http://www.houstonfirst.com
External link for Houston First Corporation
- Industry
- Non-profit Organizations
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Houston
- Type
- Government Agency
- Founded
- 2011
- Specialties
- Destination Management Organization
Locations
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Primary
Houston, US
Employees at Houston First Corporation
Updates
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With this week's Republican National Convention in Milwaukee now in the books, the focus turns to Houston which will host the event in 2028. This is the longest lead-time a national convention host city has had in recent memory and the Houston First team, alongside the Houston RNC Host Committee, aim to take advantage of it.
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Earlier this week the Michelin Guide announced it was coming to Texas, and Houston has been buzzing ever since. The Chronicle takes a closer look at what the news means for the local dining scene.
What to know about Michelin coming to Texas
houstonchronicle.com
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Houston Business Journal: United Airlines, the busiest carrier at Houston's largest airport, said it flew a record number of passengers in the second quarter, also setting a record in the quarter for flying the most passengers in one day. https://lnkd.in/g8zKsMHu
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As the 55th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing approaches, the nation and Houston are gearing up for the next era of space exploration.
Apollo 11’s memories are fueling excitement for the Artemis generation
https://thehill.com
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Industry insight: Luxury and upper upscale hotels are ranking higher in guest satisfaction compared to limited-service hotel segments in a year when travelers are paying record-high prices for hotel stays, according to a new survey.
The State of Hotel Guest Satisfaction in 2024
travelpulse.com
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Houston Airport System saw a strong start in July after a busy July 4th travel period that also included Copa America games played at NRG Stadium.
Houston Airports: Strong July 4 travel totals despite Hurricane Beryl disruption
fly2houston.com
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Red Bull Showrun is coming to Houston for the first time this September. This free event will feature a custom-built temporary racetrack around Discovery Green Conservancy and Avenida Houston.
Formula One showrun coming to Houston this fall
chron.com
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Today we're spotlighting Alfred Cervantes, Executive Director of the Houston Film Commission, in our ongoing Meet the Team series. Through these regular posts, we invite you to meet the dedicated individuals driving our mission forward. #MeettheTeam
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Houston is one of five Texas cities to welcome The MICHELIN Guide. “In Houston, our tremendous cultural diversity has produced one of the nation’s most acclaimed and dynamic food scenes, with more than 11,000 restaurants serving over 80 different types of cuisine from around the globe. Our innovative chefs, astute restauranteurs, and welcoming hospitality folks now have a new way of earning the spotlight. We’re proud to have helped bring The MICHELIN Guide to Texas,” said Michael Heckman, President and CEO of Houston First. Read Press Release: https://lnkd.in/d8ZvRdCw