# Event Details

- **Event Name**: MAX TEXAS | Real Talk
- **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 18 Nov, 2026 at 06:30 pm – Wed, 18 Nov, 2026 at 09:00 pm (-06:00)
- **Event Description**: Every business has a highlight reel. This is the rest of the story.About this EventReal Talk is a new gathering from MAX Business that brings Houston's business owners and aspiring founders together for honest conversation about building a business: the decisions, setbacks, turning points, and lessons that rarely make it into the success story.Hear from experienced operators across different industries as they share how they got started, what nearly stopped them, how they grew, and what they'd tell someone standing where they once stood. No polished pitches, just real stories.In this candid panel discussion, we'll explore:Getting started: turning an idea into a real business in HoustonWhat broke: the hard decisions, wrong turns, and setbacks along the wayHow they grew: what actually moved the needle, and what they'd do differentlyHave a question you've always wanted to ask someone who's been there? Submit it when you register, and it could help shape the conversation.Who Are Our Speakers?Our panelists are Houston business owners from a range of industries, each with firsthand experience starting, running, and scaling a business here. They'll share practical, honest insight into what it really takes to build something that lasts. Check out the speaker details below.Discover Local BusinessesAfter the panel, stay for open networking and explore our local business showcase. A curated group of up-and-coming Houston businesses will have tables set up with samples, so you can meet the people behind them, try what they offer, and support local founders in our community.Schedule6:30 PM · Doors open + networking7:00 PM · Panel + live Q&A8:00 PM · Networking + local business showcase9:00 PM · CloseWhether you're running a business right now or have an idea with no roadmap yet, this room is for you.Ticket Includes:Food/Refreshments* By attending this event, you consent to photography, video recording, and the use of your image or likeness for promotional and marketing purposes related to future events and community initiatives. Please inform the MAX team on the day of the event if you do not wish to be photographed.Nearby parking lots & garages:Lanier Surface Lot ()Standard Daily Rate: Prices typically range from $10 to $251100 Smith St. Garage ()Starting around $10Covered, self-park, open 24/7, height limit 6'7"Walker @ Main Parking Garage ()Starting around $10 to $25.Self-park option within a short walk.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/houston/max-texas-real-talk/100002003274079699
- **Event Categories**: business
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0
- **Event Highlights**: 
  - Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
  - Location: Wells Fargo Plaza
  - Languages: English

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 16.24, max: 22.79, currency: USD

## Event venue details

- **city**: Houston
- **state**: TX
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Wells Fargo Plaza
- **lat**: 29.7585202
- **long**: -95.36868439999999
- **full address**: Wells Fargo Plaza, 1000 Louisiana Street, Houston, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is MAX TEXAS | Real Talk being held?
  - **A:** MAX TEXAS | Real Talk takes place on Wed, 18 Nov, 2026 at 06:30 pm to Wed, 18 Nov, 2026 at 09:00 pm at Wells Fargo Plaza, 1000 Louisiana Street, Houston, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing MAX TEXAS | Real Talk?
  - **A:** MAX TEXAS | Real Talk is organized by MAX Texas.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** MAX TEXAS | Real Talk is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Houston, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If MAX TEXAS | Real Talk sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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