From the Ground Up Summit - Design. Fund. Build. Houston's Top Tier

Event: From the Ground Up Builders Summit: Where Deals Get Built Location: 1220 Augusta Dr (Park in Free Parking Garage, Level 6 Suite 600, Longhorn Room) Date: May 14th, 2026 at 4:00 PM (Central Time) OpenGround Collective invites you to a high-level builders summit designed for the people actively shaping residential development across Houston. From spec homes and duplex developments to luxury custom builds, this event brings together builders, brokers, lenders, architects, developers, investors, and real estate professionals for a real conversation on what it takes to build in today’s market. This summit will break down the full development process, from plans and permits to funding, construction strategy, product types, team alignment, and project execution. Guests can expect: • A curated panel discussion featuring active builders, developers, lenders, architects, and brokers • Real conversations about permits, plans, financing, construction, and market opportunities • Insight into how projects move from raw land to completed homes • Guidance for new agents on how to position themselves, build relationships, and win deals • Networking with Houston’s real estate, development, and construction community Moderated by Robel Yemane and Mahir Rivzon, with featured speakers from Truss Real Estate, Holland Fine Homes, Q & G Investment Group, Middle House Design, Archwest, and SixTwoOne RE. Whether you’re a new agent, investor, builder, broker, lender, designer, or industry professional, this summit will give you real insight into how deals are structured, funded, designed, permitted, and built across Houston’s residential market. Come learn from the people building the deals. Come build with us. OpenGround Collective, where transparency builds community.