Houston, TX
Next Meeting
RESERVE A SPOT
Date:
Wednesday January 21, 2026 4:00pm - 6:00pm US/Eastern
Location:
USI
9811 Katy Freeway, Suite 500
Houston TX 77024
Agenda:

Topic:  Succession Planning

Speaker: Steve Sfamenos, Human Resources Consultant, Fractional HR Solutions

Agenda:
- 4:00-4:45 Informal networking
- 4:45-5:00 Introductions
- 5:00-6:00 Presentation

Presentation:
1.  Why are Succession Planning and Executive Coaching important

2.  Review Industry trends regarding talent and talent development

3.  Review of tools that make succession planning easy

4.  What is executive coaching

5.  What are the intersections between succession planning and executive coaching

6.  How to integrate these disciplines in an easy cost effective way

 
Speaker's bio:
With 35+ years of experience gained across all facets of Human Resources, I bring a wealth of knowledge and a strategic approach to optimizing business performance, driving organizational growth, and encouraging employee engagement. My career spans diverse industries including information systems, engineering, public accounting, oil & gas, and genetics, I have successfully led HR transformations, navigated complex employment landscapes, and implemented forward-thinking programs that enhance business success.
 
Specialty Areas of Expertise:
- Succession Planning & Implementation 
- Professional Coaching

 
Sponsor: USI will provide refreshments

All members and prospective members are welcome! 

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Chapter Description

The Houston Chapter, chaired by Andrew Jowett, Nikolay Gergov and Anna Tiomina, meets on the third Wednesday every month. We will be holding in-person business meetings and quarterly socials.

The purpose of the monthly meeting is to
1) Network with other members
2) Allow members to practice their ‘Elevator’ speech in a friendly environment
3) Provide contacts and ideas for further networking
4) Ensure that new members understand the resources available for jobseekers in the Houston area (e.g faith-based church ministries, chapter and SIG meetings).

All members and prospective members are welcome!

Please visit the individual home pages for the following Chapters/SIGs:

1. The Woodlands Chapter meets in-person every 4th Wednesday of the month between 8:00 am – 9:30 am, with quarterly social events. Co-chairs: Bryan Valencia, Bartho van Otterdyk, Mark Kerr and Stephen O’Brien.

2. Energy and Natural Resources SIG covers both traditional oil and gas (E&P, R&M, Pipeline and Transportation) as well as Power (utilities, etc.). Co-chairs: Mark Hamzat O. Erogbogbo and Tony Beebe

3. Real Estate SIG covers real estate topics important to finance professionals including financing and cap rate metrics relevant to various product types such as shopping centers, stand-alone retail, build-to-suit (BTS), office, industrial, medical, land, owner-occupied real estate, and commercial leases. The co-chairs are Libby Cadillo, Andrew Jowett, and Sarah-Kate Donovan.

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