Future Houston

Leadership

We inspire leaders to identify matters of the highest importance to the long-term future of the greater Houston region and to collaborate in addressing those challenges for the benefit of all.

Network. Learn. Engage. Since 2000, the Business/Civic Leadership Forum has engaged more than 1,400 diverse leaders from across the Greater Houston region through an immersive three-month civic leadership program. Through expert speakers, facilitated discussions, and experiential Learning Journeys, participants explore the critical social, economic, and environmental challenges shaping our region. The results are many life-changing community projects—spun off from the Forums—and a cohort of civic entrepreneurs cultivating deeper civic responsibility while working to build a more vibrant, resilient, and equitable Houston.

Forum Information

Our twice-yearly Business/Civic Leadership Forums build passionate civic leaders as diverse as the Houston region itself, leveraging participants’ business and leadership skills to drive lasting change. For both proven and emerging leaders, our Business/Civic Leadership Forums develop a deeper understanding of the challenges in our community and foster a new sense of responsibility for the future.

Spring 2026 Forum Dates:

Check back soon for Spring forum dates!

Alumni Committee Co-Chairs

Randi Sonenshein
Andrew Van Chau

Alumni Engagement Committee Co-Chairs

Mary Doughtie
Nicolas Jimenez

Leadership Committee Co-Chairs

LaGina Harris
Luis Cruz