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November 19, 2008
HoustonWorks USA Unveils Redesigned Website with More Features and Expanded Content
In the first phase of its strategic branding initiative that begins with a new logo and graphic identity, HoustonWorks USA has launched a redesigned web site created in house with design expertise provided by Love Advertising.
September 3, 2008
Larry V. Green joins HoustonWorks USA as CEO
HoustonWorks USA (HoustonWorks) today announced the appointment of Larry V. Green, an experienced legal, non-profit and funding professional, as its new Chief Executive Officer. In his new role, Mr. Green will serve as the Executive Director for the organization and will manage the oversight of HoustonWorks´ overall activities and budget.-
August 4, 2008
HoustonWorks USA Partners with Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee’s Houston Summer Youth Empowerment Pilot Program.
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee in partnership with HoustonWorks USA officially launched her Houston Summer Youth Empowerment Pilot Program at the Mickey Leeland Federal Building. Also involved in the program are Reliant Energy and a number of other corporate entities. The pilot program is a public-private partnership with corporate entities in Houston. The goal is to create job and leadership opportunities for 20 youths from across the city. August 4, 2008
HoustonWorks USA successfully administers the Mayor´s Summer Youth Conservation Corps Program.
The program provided Houston youths with job training, skills, and experience, while at the same time raising their awareness of conservation.August 4, 2008
Summer Youth Conservation Corps Hailed a Success by Mayor Bill White.
Mayor Bill White today recognized and hailed the success of the Summer Youth Conservation Corps, a six-week program designed to train and employ youths to raise awareness of energy conservation. The project was launched earlier this summer and was completed on July 19, 2008.