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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Seat Open on Region 6 Regional Flood Planning Group
The San Jacinto Regional Flood Planning Group (SJRFPG) is soliciting nominations for individuals interested in serving as the voting member for the Environmental Interest Category to the planning group. They are especially looking for nominees who have a strong...
North Houston Association Regional Employer Survey Results
Last year we asked our members for their input and help sharing H-GAC's COVID-19 Impact employer survey. The survey aimed to help understand and forecast commuting behavior, including telework and what to expect in our region 2021. We got 45 total responses from our...
NHA’s Superintendents’ Breakfast Was a Hit!
We had the pleasure of hosting Superintendents Dr. Jenny McGown of Klein ISD and Dr. Martha Salazar-Zamora of Tomball ISD for our April 8th Membership Breakfast. Between implementing new protocol to deal with COVID-19 restrictions, amassing new programs to help...
A Word From the Experts
NHA is fortunate to have two outstanding hospitals as members - Houston Methodist and Memorial Hermann. Today we received the following guidance regarding mask wearing - from the medical perspective of Houston Methodist's Dr. Marc Boom, President and CEO of Houston...
Congressman Michael McCaul joins effort to restore power for Texans
Austin, TX – Congressman Michael McCaul (TX-10) joined Texas Congressional Leaders Congressman Michael C. Burgess, M.D., Congressman Van Taylor, Congressman August Pfluger, Congressman Tony Gonzales, Congressman Randy Weber, Congressman John Carter, Congressman...
2020 Brag Sheet
This year has been one for the record books, but we have plenty to brag about. From converting committees to a virtual platform and transitioning to a remote office configuration, to hosting three in-person events and three virtual, the one thing that remained the...
Upcoming Events
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February 2023 Water Committee Meeting *Members Only*
February 9, 2023
11:30 am - 1:00 pm
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February 2023 Development Committee Meeting *Members Only*
February 15, 2023
11:30 am - 1:00 pm
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Reception for Commissioner Lesley Briones & Commissioner Matt Gray *MEMBERS ONLY*
February 28, 2023
4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Brief speaking comments at 5:00 PM (more…)

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.
- CP&Y, an STV Company
- Drees Custom Homes
- EHRA Engineering
- Geoscience Engineering & Testing, Inc.
- HALFF Associates
- PGAL
- Riner Engineering, Inc.
- Union Pacific Railroad
- University of Houston-Downtown
- Walter P. Moore & Associates, Inc.
- Williams Brothers Construction Co., Inc.
- Woodforest Development, Inc.
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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.