Houston 2027

Join FirstWave in Houston for an inside look at the people and ideas shaping energy, medicine, and space exploration. From the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo to pioneering medical advances and America’s space program. This event is by-invitation.

01 / distinctly houston

Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo

Don't miss our opening night -- an evening of rodeo competition, live music, and Texas hospitality.

02 / oil & gas

Energy

Connect with oil and gas industry leaders in Houston, the energy capital of the world.

03 / Texas medical center

Medical Innovation

Explore advances in robotic surgery, artificial hearts, and the technologies transforming patient care.

04 / NASA

Space Exploration

Go behind the scenes of America’s space program.

OUR HOUSTON HOSTS

FirstWave Host Committee

01 / distinctly houston

Brian Melton​

Partner, Susman Godfrey LLP

02 / oil & gas

Dan Runzheimer​

CEO, Stewart Precision

03 / Texas medical center

Tim Kopra​

Chief Human Exploration Officer, Voyager Technologies

Thomas Mathers​

Executive Chairman, Aer Therapeutics; Partner, Pappas Capital

On the mic

Speakers

MARCH 3–6, 2027

Itinerary (draft)

Speakers (additional names to be announced)

The JW Marriott Houston Downtown is a luxury 5-star hotel located in the historic Samuel F. Carter skyscraper in downtown Houston, TX. An early-bird rate of nearly 60% was extended to those who committed early.