March Membership Meeting

What the World Cup Means for Houston’s Buildings, Tenants, and Communities

This luncheon will feature Kim Scates, Vice President of Commercial Partnerships for the FIFA World Cup 26 Houston Host City Committee, joining us for an in-depth conversation on what the World Cup means for Houston and for your properties. You'll get a comprehensive look at how this global event will impact the commercial real estate community.

During this session, you will learn:

• What to expect from the influx of regional, national, and international visitors
• How the City of Houston, HSA, and partner agencies are preparing resources for property managers and building teams
• Key security, transportation, and fan engagement initiatives planned throughout Houston
• Anticipated event activities, economic impact, and how the tournament will shape Houston’s business landscape

Join us for this timely and informative luncheon designed to help property managers, building engineers, and commercial real estate professionals prepare for one of the largest global sporting events in history.

About Our Speaker

Kim Scates serves as Vice President of Commercial Partnerships for FIFA World Cup 26™ Houston, where she leads sponsorship strategy and corporate partnerships for one of the largest sporting events in the world. She brings decades of experience in partnerships, media, and revenue generation across Houston’s sports and civic ecosystem, including senior leadership roles with the Harris County–Houston Sports Authority. Known for her ability to build high‑impact relationships and turn big‑picture vision into measurable results, Kim is at the center of shaping how global brands engage with Houston on the world stage.