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Upcoming Houston Women in Real Estate® Events
Connect, Learn, and Grow - Together! From intimate meetups to national summits, every Women in Real Estate® event is designed to help you grow your business, expand your network, and feel supported every step of the way.
Houston Brunch & Build - September
September 20, 2026
The Women in Real Estate® Houston Brunch is back — and this month we're kicking off something new. 🥂✨
Join us on Sunday, September 20th from 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM at El Tiempo Cantina for an afternoon of connection, education, and a fresh start on your 2027 social media content plan.
🎙️ This month kicks off Brunch & Build — a three-part series giving agents a free toolkit built to plan your 2027 social media content, from the ground up: who you serve, what you're known for, and what you'll actually post. September is all about getting hands-on with the toolkit itself, so you walk out knowing exactly where to start. 🛠️
📅 THE SERIES CONTINUES
This is part one of three — save the date for October 18th and November 15th as the series builds out your 2027 social media content plan.
EVENT DETAILS
📅 Sunday, September 20, 2026
⏰ 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
📍 El Tiempo Cantina | 2814 Navigation Blvd, Houston, TX
🎟️ Members: FREE | Non-Members: $5
🎙️ Presented by Women In Real Estate Houston and Hosted by Michelle Dowell-Vest
🍽️ Order off the El Tiempo menu at your own expense — El Tiempo is always worth it.
Reserve your seat and join us for an afternoon of education, connection, and community. 🥂
HTX | Cocktails & Conversations: Girl Dinner Night
September 29, 2026
Take a break from the deal talk and join the Women in Real Estate® Houston Chapter for an evening of connection, cocktails, and good company. 🍸✨
Cocktails & Conversations: Girl Dinner Night is all about slowing down, enjoying great food, and strengthening the relationships that make our community special.
🎙️ Join Kolisha Robertson, Michelle Dowell-Vest, & Brittany Rose for this social gathering; it's your opportunity to relax, unwind, and get to know the women in your circle a little better.
We're gathering at Confessions for their famous "Girl Dinner" night.
🍸 Buy two cocktails and your three-course meal is free.
Choose your:
🥗 Salad
🍽️ Entrée (Salmon, Chicken Pasta, or Flatbread Pizza)
🍰 Dessert (Cheesecake or Peach Cobbler)
This one's all social—come relax, unwind, and enjoy meaningful conversation.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT
• Casual networking with amazing women
• Great food, cocktails, and conversation
• A fun, relaxed atmosphere
• New friendships and meaningful connections
• An evening away from the day-to-day hustle
EVENT DETAILS
📅 Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Confessions | 3200 Kirby Dr., Suite 2A, Second Floor Houston, TX 77098
🎟️ Tickets: $5 Limited Attendees
ℹ️ PLEASE NOTE
• The $5 ticket only reserves your seat. This helps ensure that anyone who takes a ticket actually shows up.
• Each guest is responsible for paying their own food and drink tab.
• Buy two cocktails and receive your three-course meal as part of the restaurant's Girl Dinner promotion.
Grab your spot, bring a friend, and join us for a fun evening of connection and community. 🥂
Houston Brunch & Build - October
October 18th, 2026
Brunch & Build is back for round two — and this month we're getting specific. 🎯🥂
Join us on Sunday, October 18th from 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM at El Tiempo Cantina for an afternoon of connection, education, and the next step in your 2027 social media content plan.
🎙️ Hosted by Michelle Dowell-Vest, this session builds on September's kickoff by turning the client persona you created into an actual niche — a specific corner of the market you'll be known for in 2027.
Missed September? No problem — you can catch up on your own time and jump right in.
WHAT YOU'LL WALK AWAY WITH💫
🎯 A clear, specific niche built from your own answers — not a guess
✍️ A positioning statement you can drop straight into your bio or listing presentations
📱 The next piece of your 2027 social media content plan, ready to build on in November
🤝 Meaningful connections with fellow real estate professionals
📅 THE SERIES CONTINUES
This is part two of three — save the date for November 15th as we turn your niche into an actual content calendar for 2027.
Follow the Women In Real Estate page to find the other events to save your spot early.
EVENT DETAILS
📅 Sunday, October 18, 2026
⏰ 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
📍 El Tiempo Cantina | 2814 Navigation Blvd, Houston, TX
🎟️ Members: FREE | Non-Members: $5
🎙️ Presented by Women In Real Estate Houston and Hosted by Michelle Dowell-Vest
🍽️ Order off the El Tiempo menu at your own expense — El Tiempo is always worth it.
Reserve your seat and join us for an afternoon of education, connection, and community. 🥂
Coffee & Construction: Real Estate Conference Workshop & Bus Tour
October 23-24, 2026
This is where development gets real. ☕🏗️
Join Women in Real Estate® Houston for a two-day immersive experience designed for real estate professionals, investors, and developers who are ready to grow, build, and move differently in this space.
Hosted alongside an incredible lineup of women actively shaping development:
✨Tanksha Ferguson — Builder + Co-Founder of Ironclad Homes
✨Brittany Rose — W.I.R.E. Co-Founder, Realtor, Developer, Fund Manager
✨Vanessa Cole — Co-Owner of Cole Klein Development
✨Kimberly Zilton — Realtor, Coach, Developer
✨Dez Caron — Houston Chapter Leader, Land Specialist
This experience goes beyond conversation — you’ll get insight, access, and real exposure to what’s happening on the ground.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT
• real conversations with women actively building in development
• a hands-on workshop + live project bus tour experience
• connections with professionals across investing, building, and land
This isn’t just a room — it’s access to the people, projects, and perspective you need to take your next step in development.
📅 October 23-24, 2026
⏰ Starts @ 9:00 AM
📍 Authenticus Inc | 6309 Guhn Road #Building B, Houston, TX 77040
If you’re serious about growing in development, this is where you need to be.
👉 Come ready to learn, connect, and build.
Houston Brunch & Build - November
Novermber 15th, 2026
Brunch & Build wraps up its first series — and this month, it all comes together. 🎉🥂
Join us on Sunday, November 15th from 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM at El Tiempo Cantina for an afternoon of connection, education, and the final piece of your 2027 social media content plan.
🎙️ Hosted by Michelle Dowell-Vest, this session turns the niche you built in October into an actual content plan for 2027 — the platforms you'll use, the topics you'll post about, and a live look at generating a month of content ideas in under a minute.
Plus, everyone leaves with a bonus: a Brand & Content Prompt Library to build your voice, visual brand, and bio, then keep generating fresh ideas all year long. 📱✨
Missed September or October? No problem — every part of the toolkit is self-paced, so you can catch up anytime and still walk out with a finished plan.
💫 WHAT YOU'LL WALK AWAY WITH
📱 A real 2027 posting plan — platforms, content pillars, and a way to generate ideas anytime
✨ A bonus Brand & Content Prompt Library to build your voice, visual brand, and bio
📝 A complete 2027 social media content plan — persona, niche, and content, finished in your own words
🤝 Meaningful connections with fellow real estate professionals
🎉 THAT'S A WRAP
This is part three of three for this round of Brunch & Build — but the toolkit isn't going anywhere, so there's no wrong time to start.
Follow the Women In Real Estate page to find the other events to save your spot early.
EVENT DETAILS
📅 Sunday, November 15, 2026
⏰ 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
📍 El Tiempo Cantina | 2814 Navigation Blvd, Houston, TX
🎟️ Members: FREE | Non-Members: $5
🍽️ Order off the El Tiempo menu at your own expense — El Tiempo is always worth it.
Reserve your seat and join us for an afternoon of education, connection, and community. 🥂
Past Houston Women in Real Estate® Events
Women in Real Estate® Houston Chapter Leaders
Brittany Rose
Brittany is a social impact trailblazer. Her personal mission is to help eliminate one of the biggest wealth gaps, by supporting women in the creation of generational wealth.
While in college Brittany started her first company which she grew to a staff of 19 people with a large client base in the DMV (D.C., Maryland, Virginia) area. After many years as a real estate professional concurrently, she saw an opportunity to pivot her 15 years of experience into the formation of a real estate consultancy that has the vision to help individuals buy, sell, and invest in real estate around the world.
Her current focus includes building a team of international residential and commercial real estate professionals, completing a new home development in Houston, Tx, and continuing to support the growth of the Women In Real Estate® organization.
Brittany has ownership stakes in several companies. She has been featured in publications such as Entrepreneur Magazine, USA Today, Inc Magazine, Under30CEO.com, U.S. News & World Report, Yahoo Voices, American Express Open Forum, and various others.
She has also been featured on the cover of the Loudoun Business Journal as one of the top women business leaders in Loudoun County and was named Woman of the Year by Phi Upsilon Zeta, of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc..
Dez Carson
I am Dez Carson, a dedicated Mompreneur! I have spent over a decade immersing myself in the real estate industry, specializing in processing investor packages for top residential and commercial lenders across the nation.
In addition to my work as a commercial broker, I have also had the privilege of consulting with the Small Business Administration and supporting numerous entrepreneurs through the establishment of the Mogul Method. This platform was designed to educate business owners on effective strategies for structuring profitable endeavors. By sharing my knowledge and insights, I have helped hundreds of entrepreneurs achieve their goals and thrive in their respective industries.
My journey in the real estate industry began in my hometown of Long Beach, CA. Raised in this vibrant community, I have always had a deep connection to its growth and prosperity. As a former NAACP, Jr. President and an Alumnus of Youth Leadership Long Beach, I have actively engaged in community leadership initiatives, working towards creating a positive impact on the lives of individuals around me. My educational background includes attending the esteemed LB Polytechnic High School, where I cultivated a strong foundation in critical thinking, problem-solving, and leadership skills. These qualities have played a pivotal role in my success in the competitive real estate industry me to navigate complex transactions with ease and deliver exceptional results for my clients.
I have successfully combined my financial background, acquired from Clark Atlanta University, with my expertise in the real estate sector. During my time in undergrad, I was proud to become a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha, Sorority, Inc. This experience has shaped me into a strong advocate for their initiative to Empower Our Families, Build Our Economic Wealth, Enhance Our Environment, Advocate for Social Justice, and Uplift Our Local Communities . I firmly believe in the power of community engagement and strive to make a positive impact through my work.
Beyond my professional endeavors, I am deeply dedicated to making a positive impact on the world around me. Whether it be through philanthropic efforts or community involvement, I am constantly seeking ways to uplift and empower those in need. My partnership with the Women In Real Estate, promotes lasting legacy by supporting community and providing practical solutions while also promoting gender equality within the real estate industry.
As I continue to forge ahead in my career, I remain steadfast in my commitment to excellence, unwavering in my pursuit of success, and unyielding in my dedication to serving others. I am confident that my unique combination of expertise, passion, and drive will continue to propel me towards unlimited achievements in the dynamic world of Real Estate.
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