About NHA
What do we do?
NHA is a regional business association that offers unparalleled networking advantages, the opportunity to influence decision making, and timely educational forums for peers and the community on regionally relevant projects.

CHAIRMAN
ED SHACKELFORD, P.E.
Director of Utility Operations
San Jacinto River Authority
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NHA’s January 11th Regional Transportation Luncheon Recap
A lot of wonderful discourse took place at NHA's Regional Transportation Luncheon. An event that was held on January 11th at the Houston CityPlace Marriott. The organization hosted a panel discussion consisting of moderator, Delvin Dennis, P.E., Vice President at...
NHA Honors Congressman Kevin Brady & Congressman-Elect Morgan Luttrell
Just 5 days before Christmas, our members and local elected officials gathered for a great evening of introductions and conversation. Signorelli Company hosted a reception at their beautiful office space in honor of outgoing Congressman Kevin Brady and...
After 5 Years of Advocacy, an agreement has been reached on I-45!
We are thrilled that after 5 years of advocacy, the North Houston Highway Improvement Project (NHHIP) is a GO! An announcement was made on December 19th that an agreement had been reached by the City of Houston, Harris County, and TxDOT so the $10 billion project can...
NHA – 40 Years in the Making
The North Houston Association celebrates its 40th anniversary this year. Numerous accomplishments have emerged throughout our four decades of history within the region we represent and we couldn't be more proud. Thank you to those who celebrated with us and especially...
Welcome to the team, Ingrid!
We are so excited to announce that Ingrid Romero will be joining the NHA team as our new Office Administrator! Ingrid has vast experience in the education field and was most recently an intermediate school teacher in Klein ISD. She has been a Houstonian for over 16...
Recap: 5th Annual Flood Control Breakfast
NHA kicked off our fall events season with the 5th Annual Flood Control Breakfast on August 31st, 2022. As no stranger to the topic of flood control, the Association began this event on the actual day Hurricane Harvey struck the region 5 years ago. The Shirley Acres...
Upcoming Events
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March 2023 Water Committee Meeting *Members Only*
April 11, 2023
11:30 am - 1:00 pm
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April 2023 Development Meeting *Members Only*
April 19, 2023
11:30 am - 1:00 pm
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May 2023 Transportation Committee Meeting *Members Only*
May 3, 2023
11:30 am - 1:00 pm

Development Committee
Focus on Current & Emerging Trends related to:
- Real Estate & Land Development
- Houston & State Economy
- Education & Workforce Development
- Information Technology
- Healthcare

Transportation Committee
- Advocate for Project Funding
- Provide Public Comments of Support as needed.
- Continue involvement in Transportation Project Stakeholder Groups including: NHHIP, I-45 N PEL, FM 1960 Traffic Management Study and the FM 1488 Study.

Water Committee
Advocate for Environmental Opportunities in areas such as:
- Water Resources
- Flood Control

Environment Committee
Advocate for Environmental Opportunities in areas such as:
- Land Development
- Parks & Recreation
It’s About the Connections
Meet our Membership
EXECUTIVE PARTNERS
MANAGING PARTNERS
- AIRIA Development Company
- Cleary Zimmermann Engineers
- Colliers International, Inc.
- STV
- Drees Custom Homes
- EHRA Engineering
- Geoscience Engineering & Testing, Inc.
- HALFF Associates
- Parsons
- PGAL
- Riner Engineering, Inc.
- Union Pacific Railroad
- University of Houston-Downtown
- Walter P. Moore & Associates, Inc.
- Williams Brothers Construction Co., Inc.
- Woodforest Development, Inc.
Get in touch with us
Talk to a staff member

Marlisa Briggs
Association President

Imani Forrest
Membership Engagement & Marketing Manager

Sherri Rogers
Accounting Administrator

Ingrid Romero
Office Administrator
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NHA’s founding companies shared a commitment to provide quality growth and regional development through cooperation by utilizing the combination of their years of experience and expertise in various areas. For this reason, the association continues to be true to its goals — advancing issues associated with transportation, the environment, and monitoring development trends to improve and enhance the business climate and quality of life within the region.