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The nearly $10 million project is designed to include six flexible indoor sports courts for youth sports.

H-E-B's Mi Tienda sets sights on Sharpstown for new grocery store, filing says

The San Antonio-based grocer's Hispanic-oriented chain opened its first Houston store in 2006. The new location is scheduled for completion in early 2028, according to a state filing.

Aloft hotel in Uptown Houston unveils renovations after facing financial challenges in past years (PHOTOS)

Just two years after facing significant financial shortfalls, a prominent Uptown hotel is unveiling a series of new renovations aimed at improving guests’ stay.

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65,000-square-foot indoor sports facility planned next to Midline community

The nearly $10 million project is designed to include six flexible indoor sports courts for youth sports.

H-E-B's Mi Tienda sets sights on Sharpstown for new grocery store, filing says

The San Antonio-based grocer's Hispanic-oriented chain opened its first Houston store in 2006. The new location is scheduled for completion in early 2028, according to a state filing.

Aloft hotel in Uptown Houston unveils renovations after facing financial challenges in past years (PHOTOS)

Just two years after facing significant financial shortfalls, a prominent Uptown hotel is unveiling a series of new renovations aimed at improving guests’ stay.

H-E-B under contract to buy 6-acre parcel of land in Houston's East End

Texas supermarket chain H-E-B confirmed it is under contract to buy a 6-acre parcel of land in the East End. The purchase could potentially end the area's food desert status.

Long-awaited Museum District apartment tower opens, offering hotel suites and wellness focus (PHOTOS)

A 33-story apartment tower that places an emphasis on health and wellness has opened in Houston’s Museum District after construction previously stalled.

Travis Land, industrial Heavy Hitter honoree and 2023 NAIOP Broker of the Year, dies at 45

Land spent more than two decades at Partners Real Estate and received numerous accolades throughout his career.

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Baton Rouge-based B1bank to open new office near Uptown to serve as Houston hub

The bank leased the space to accommodate growth in Houston, particularly in the Tanglewood and Galleria areas.

Houston consumer sentiment falls as Iran war weighs on fuel prices, household budgets

The metro's index fell 1.3 points to 97.4 in April, with confidence in business conditions softening the most. Elevated fuel prices are cutting into household budgets.

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Baton Rouge-based B1bank to open new office near Uptown to serve as Houston hub

The bank leased the space to accommodate growth in Houston, particularly in the Tanglewood and Galleria areas.

Houston consumer sentiment falls as Iran war weighs on fuel prices, household budgets

The metro's index fell 1.3 points to 97.4 in April, with confidence in business conditions softening the most. Elevated fuel prices are cutting into household budgets.

Inside TDECU’s new corporate headquarters in Houston's Uptown (PHOTOS)

Houston’s largest credit union is now settled into its new corporate headquarters, occupying more than a third of a Galleria-area tower. Take a look inside.

Houston Bank & Trust launches with veteran executives leading latest de novo entry

The de novo financial institution announced May 19 that it has been fully approved to open. It’s one of now four de novo banks — brand-new financial institutions built from the ground up — to open in Houston since 2020.

Bank OZK to nearly triple Houston office space as it expands local corporate and institutional group

Bank OZK will expand its Houston corporate and institutional banking group office from 15,000 square feet to 40,000 square feet.

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Office Furniture Innovations LLC

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What a great experience I had sitting down with Hazem Ahmed, Charles Neff Jr. and Freddy Cruz, Judy Budnik, of Integrity Bank, to do their “Banking on Integrity Podcast”, What a pleasant surprise to Freddy Cruz, who has served with me on board of A Place for Peanut. I have had the honor and good fortune of working with the same banker for more than 27 years, Judy Budnik. We shook hands on the very first day I started OFI, and we have been shaking hands ever since. Judy has been a trusted advisor and friend ever since. Long-term relationships with clients and bankers can power a business across decades, companies, and market cycles—turning professional contacts into deep friendships. A trusted banker who understands your history, your risk, and your character can be a stabilizing force through both growth and crisis. In moments of sudden disruption, like the Stanford Financial collapse years ago, quick decisions to protect inventory and cash can mean the difference between survival and significant loss. Experiences like that reinforce the value of trusted relationships and strong character. For Houston to be such a large city it truly is a small town at heart… Entrepreneurs, bankers, vendors, and community leaders are connected through shared networks, charity work, and mutual trust. I’ve always believed that numbers don’t pay you back—people do. Success can’t be only about business. Serving the community has always been an important part of my and Ofi’s life as well. From The Pink Ribbons Project, to Avondale House for Autism Services, to my charity of choice over the years, A Place for Peanut, giving back has been one of the greatest rewards of this journey. Recently, Megan Cardet, Founder of A Place for Peanut, shared words that deeply resonated with me as a tribute to Ofi and our volunteerism: “There are moments when you realize growth isn’t just about working harder—it’s about aligning with the right people. The kind of people who raise the standard, challenge the vision, and quietly (or not so quietly) change the trajectory of everything you’re building. Making it big isn’t luck. It’s intention. It surrounds you with excellence. It’s knowing when someone extraordinarily walks into your world—and having the courage to say, we’re better with you here. At A Place for Peanut, we believe in building something that matters—something that lasts.” If you have an interest in volunteering or just visiting Peanut with the family, you can reach Megan at, [email protected] Those words are a reminder that the best businesses are built with purpose, passion, integrity, and people who elevate everyone around them. In the words of Katy Perry, “It’s a Woman’s World,” and we’re lucky to be living in it. At Office Furniture Innovations, LLC, we are proud to celebrate 27 years as a Women-Owned Small Business and a long-standing member of the Women’s Business Enterprise Alliance. With more than 100 years of combined team experience, we continue providing innovative office furniture solutions that enhance functionality, aesthetics, and employee well-being. Success shown by being named HBJ Fastest Growing Women Owned Business in 2005 and again in 2014. Our partnership with WBEA has played a key role in our growth, providing resources, connections, and support while strengthening our ability to support other women-owned businesses. Our leadership team—experts in project management, design, logistics, and customer service—embodies collaboration, innovation, and empowerment. I do something that no one else in Houston does. I drive down Memorial Drive past the Federal Reserve Bank, a 650,000 sq ft project done with Michael Graves and Associate New York City, that I did from my hall closet in 2005, make my way to downtown to the Court house square which my competitors call Jaynes playground. The Criminal Justice Center a 4.5 million dollars in case goods project with PGAL, the Houston Civil Justice Center a 6-million-dollar project also with PGAL and the Houston Juvenile Justice 2.5 million project. During Covid OFI did 85 medical clinics, 80 Title offices across the USA and over the last 5 years, 5 schools for TCISD. Not even Covid slowed us down. Ofi has been changing the skyline of Houston and beyond for over 27 years. We could not have achieved this success without the support and partnership of a great banker, and that is Judy Budnik. She can be reached at Integrity Bank, [email protected], for all your banking needs. Whatever your needs are, a move, reconfiguration or opening a new office reach out to Jayne Edison at [email protected]. Make Ofi your first call. From Concept to Completion at Ofi, we remain committed to transparency, communication, innovation, and above all, client success. We have client relationships that started the day we opened and are still with us. Our banker Judy Budnik has been through it all and after 27 years we are still going strong because of a banker who believed in us.

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Intrua Financial

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Intrua Financial announced the acquisition of Ta-Check, an Ohio-based firm known for its specialized expertise and client-focused approach. This acquisition further strengthens Intrua’s ability to deliver integrated financial solutions while expanding the breadth of services available to those it serves. Part of the Larson Financial family of companies, Intrua continues to build a comprehensive, client-centered financial ecosystem through this acquisition. Ta-Check will operate as part of the Intrua Financial platform, benefiting from the broader resources and infrastructure of the Larson Financial family of companies. “This relationship is about aligning shared values, of vision, and of commitment to the people we serve,” said Sam Lawhon, President of Advisory Services and Chief Investment Officer at Intrua Financial. “Ta-Check has built a strong reputation through personalized service and deep expertise. By bringing our organizations together, we’re enhancing our ability to deliver thoughtful, comprehensive solutions at scale.” This acquisition reflects Intrua’s continued focus on building a fully integrated financial ecosystem, one that empowers individuals and businesses with access to strategic guidance, innovative solutions, and long-term support. Clients of Ta-Check will continue working with their existing teams, ensuring continuity while benefiting from expanded capabilities behind the scenes. As part of Larson Financial Holdings, Intrua is backed by a broader network of financial services, including wealth management, tax strategy, private investments, and specialized planning solutions. “This is a natural evolution,” added Lawhon. “We’re not changing what makes Ta-Check successful, rather, we’re investing in it.” Republic Capital Group, an investment banking firm, served as exclusive advisor to Ta-Check on the transaction. For more information, visit https://www.intrua.com/.

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Embark

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Embark, a leading management and financial consulting firm, proudly announces the appointment of Russell Weaver as Chief People Officer (CPO). With more than 25 years of experience leading recruitment and talent functions across global markets, Russell brings deep expertise in talent acquisition transformation, workforce innovation, and building the infrastructure that high-growth organizations require. "Russell's experience building and leading world-class talent acquisition strategies at global companies and across the professional services industry makes him exactly the right leader for our people function at this stage of Embark's growth," said Embark CEO L. Felice Gorordo. "His deep expertise in attracting, developing, and retaining top talent is precisely what we need as we scale across our markets and continue to raise the bar for our clients and our people." As Chief People Officer, Russell will lead Embark's talent acquisition and people strategy, overseeing the optimization of people, process, and technology to deliver greater speed, quality, and diversity across the firm's growing workforce. His appointment comes at a pivotal moment for Embark, which has grown to over 500 employees across 26 U.S. markets. With continued expansion on the horizon, Russell will play a central role in building the teams that power Embark's next phase of growth. Most recently, Russell served as head of talent acquisition at Paramount, a leading global premium content company, where he oversaw enterprise-wide recruiting strategy. Before that, he spent 20 years at EY, developing the kind of talent infrastructure that complex, high-growth professional services organizations depend on; his appointment marks a return to the industry he knows best. Over the course of his career, he has led recruitment teams across Asia, Europe, Africa, North and South America, and the Caribbean, working in more than 30 countries and bringing a genuinely global lens to every talent challenge. "What drew me to Embark was the combination of clear momentum and a genuine commitment to its people. I'm excited to build the talent infrastructure that supports this next chapter of growth and to help create an environment where top performers want to build their careers. But if I'm being honest, it was the people that made this decision easy. The humanity, trust, and genuine care I felt from Felice Gorordo, CEO, and Joey LoSurdo, President, and the broader team aren't just values on a wall; they align with the 'why' I've carried throughout my career, and they were a significant reason I said yes," said Russell Weaver, incoming Chief People Officer at Embark. About Embark: Embark is a business consulting firm dedicated to transforming complex problems into clear solutions. Operating in 26 strategic markets across the U.S. and continuing to grow, Embark delivers expertise across financial advisory, business transformation, deal advisory, outsourcing, and tailored solutions nationwide, all grounded in a culture where "happy works.”

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