Richardson IQ

06/04/2026

Creating Innovative Connections⚡🤝

Founders and representatives from Startup Runway and their portfolio companies joined Richardson City leaders for a night of meaningful conversations and new opportunities at The IQ®HQ.

The IQ® brings entrepreneurs, industry leaders, and public officials together to create an environment where ideas, talent, and partnerships can thrive. Through the continued collaboration between the City of Richardson and Startup Runway, we’re expanding Richardson’s global innovation network and helping international companies launch and grow in North Texas.

06/04/2026

We are officially one week away from The IQ® Brew with Dr. Jane Wigginton!

Dr. Wigginton from the Texas Biomedical Device Center at UTD will share the key to helping the brain heal… and it’s not what you think! Learn how researchers are leveraging the body’s own neural systems to support recovery after stroke, spinal cord injury, and PTSD, and how this breakthrough can make impacts here in Richardson and beyond.

This free event also includes a kickstart to your day with laid-back networking, coffee, and snacks☕

Register now to save your spot at: bit.ly/492CxHU
Thursday, June 11 | 8:30 – 10 a.m. | The IQ®HQ, 1302 E Collins Blvd

06/02/2026

We invite you to join us at our next PM Pints, coming up on June 18!🍻

Join us for a fireside chat with Amanda Rockow of UTD and Andrea Coker of the North Texas Commission. They will discuss how state legislative policy and funding are shaping higher education, technology and economic growth across Texas, and how those decisions are affecting Texans in real time as planning begins for the 2027 Texas legislative session.

PM Pints is a free event at The IQ®HQ that offers networking opportunities for local business leaders and other professionals who call Richardson or The IQ® home.

Registration is now open on Eventbrite: bit.ly/4u9cTJc

Thursday, June 18 | 5-7 p.m. | The IQ®HQ, 1302 E. Collins Blvd.

05/28/2026

We are two weeks away from The IQ® Brew with Dr. Jane Wigginton, who will dive into the groundbreaking brain research happening right here in Richardson!

Dr. Wigginton of the Texas Biomedical Device Center at UT Dallas will share how a team of neuroscientists, biomedical engineers, and clinicians has transformed an idea into reality: using the body’s own neural systems to support targeted recovery after injury.

This free event also includes a kickstart to your day with laid-back networking, coffee, and snacks!☕

To register for The IQ® Brew, visit: bit.ly/492CxHU
Thursday, June 11 | 8:30 – 10 a.m. | The IQ®HQ, 1302 E Collins Blvd

05/14/2026

We invite you to join us for The IQ® Brew next month to discover the newest advancements and discoveries in neuroscience!

Dr. Jane Wigginton from the Texas Biomedical Device Center at UTD will showcase how closed-loop vagus nerve stimulation (CLV) works to help the brain rewire and heal itself from stroke, spinal cord injury, and PTSD. She will also explain how breakthroughs like CLV move from concept to clinical use right here in Richardson.

This free event also includes a kickstart to your day with laid-back networking, coffee, and snacks!☕

To register for The IQ® Brew, visit: bit.ly/492CxHU

Thursday, June 11 | 8:30 – 10 a.m. | The IQ®HQ, 1302 E Collins Blvd

05/14/2026

05/11/2026

Last week was an incredible opportunity to celebrate the entrepreneurs, innovators, and small businesses who help drive Richardson forward during Small Business Week. 🎉

From conversations around entrepreneurship and financing to marketing, leadership, and business growth, last week was filled with valuable insights, meaningful connections, and inspiration from local leaders and innovators.

A huge thank you to our outstanding speakers for sharing their expertise and experiences, and to all of the business owners and community members who attended throughout the week. Your passion and commitment are what make Richardson’s business community so strong.

05/07/2026

The final day of Richardson’s Small Business Week was full of creativity, innovation, and ideas for business owners looking to establish or improve their social media presence.

Natalie Draeger of 101Media explained the dos and don’ts of social media marketing, and shared cost-effective strategies to give small businesses exposure through communication, brand-building, and consistency. Attendees were also able to ask her about specific challenges they’ve faced with social media in their industries, and how to overcome them.

If you’re an entrepreneur, startup, or small business, visit RichardsonEconomicDevelopment.com to explore local resources, or contact our Economic Development team to discuss your specific business needs. You can also take part in quarterly networking events at The IQ®HQ by registering at bit.ly/4wdy1jH

Thanks again to all of our speakers and business owners who showed up for Richardson Small Business Week!

05/06/2026

Day 2 of Richardson’s Small Business Week at The IQ®HQ brought more valuable insights and real-world strategies from industry leaders!

Today’s panel featuring Julie Barrera of Express Employment Professionals and Whitney Bietendorf of Hill & Wilkinson General Contractors sparked meaningful conversation around employee retention, workplace culture, and the evolving challenges of hiring. As part of the ongoing collaboration and innovation happening across The IQ®, attendees walked away with fresh ideas and practical strategies to help attract, support, and retain strong teams.

If you’re an entrepreneur, startup, or small business, visit RichardsonEconomicDevelopment.com to explore local resources, or contact our Economic Development team to discuss your specific business needs. You can also take part in quarterly networking events at The IQ®HQ by registering at bit.ly/4wdy1jH

05/05/2026

We want to thank everyone who came to Day 1 of Richardson’s Small Business Week hosted at The IQ®HQ! Small businesses are part of our city’s innovation ecosystem. This week’s events provide them the opportunity to network, learn something new, and obtain meaningful resources.

A special thanks to today’s panelists, Nida Fatima and Mahesh Nandyala, for bringing their expertise on startups and entrepreneurship to our community!

If you’re an entrepreneur, startup, or small business, visit RichardsonEconomicDevelopment.com to explore local resources, or contact our Economic Development team to discuss your specific business needs. You can also take part in quarterly networking events at The IQ®HQ by registering at bit.ly/4wdy1jH