2026 Strategic Planning

Shaping HMSDC’s Next Chapter

Houston Business Council and HMSDC are in the middle of a strategic planning

process that will guide our work through 2029. We’re using this moment to listen

closely to our members and the stakeholders they serve — and to build a plan that

reflects what this ecosystem actually needs.

“Innovation Through Constraints” — our 2026 theme, and the lens for this work.

WHERE WE ARE

  • Phase 1

    Listening

    Stakeholder survey, one-on-one interviews, and focus groups to hear directly from you.

    UNDERWAY

  • Phase 2

    In-Person Input

    Live feedback and polling at the July 29 Catalyst Event.

    UP NEXT

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  • Phase 3

    Board Alignment

    A dedicated working session to shape direction and priorities.

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  • Phase 4

    Plan Launch

    The 3-year strategic plan is published and shared across the HBC family.

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Want to be part of it?

If you’d like to share your perspective — through the survey, an interview, or

a focus group — we’d love to hear from you.

  • Take the short stakeholder survey (10 minutes or less)
  • Volunteer for a one-on-one interview or small focus group
  • Join us at the July 29 Catalyst Event and share feedback live

QUESTIONS? REACH OUT.

Ingrid M. Robinson

CEO & President

Houston Business Council (HBC)

Houston Minority Supplier Development Council | an NMSDC Affiliate