Sep 20, 2025 | open forum
Houston Grand Opera’s Big-Tent Vision: Monica Thakkar on why a world-class city needs world-class opera By Somdatta Basu Ask Monica Thakkar what opera is and she resists the narrow box. “Take every art form – music, orchestra, dance, singing – meld them...
Aug 16, 2025 | open forum
Nick Dhanani: Building Success with Vision, Transparency, and Heart By Emily Harpool Nick Dhanani, a prominent figure in the Houston business community, was recently featured on the IACCGH business hour open forum on 103.5 HUMFM as the member in focus. As the CEO and...
Jul 19, 2025 | open forum
Francisco Sanchez on Open Forum: “In the Face of Storms – How Can We Prepare and Prosper?” By Somdatta Basu On the July 19 episode of the IACCGH Business Hour on Open Forum, listeners heard a timely and thought-provoking conversation with Francisco Sanchez, Senior...
Jul 19, 2025 | open forum
Threads of Legacy: MFAH Showcases Rare Indian Textiles from the Parpia Collection By Somdatta Basu On a lively Saturday afternoon at the IACCGH Business Hour on Open Forum, featured an hour-long discussion that brought together heritage, craftsmanship, and community...
Jun 28, 2025 | open forum
Dr. Lalitha Raman: A Lifetime of Science, Service, and Small Business Wisdom By Somdatta Basu What do a little girl from Burma, a PhD in biophysics, and Houston’s first Indian restaurant have in common? The answer: Dr. Lalitha Raman. At 83, she isn’t just rewriting...
May 10, 2025 | open forum
A Diplomatic Love Story, a Cultural Bridge, and a Radio Room Full of Heart – Ambassador (Ret’d) Michael Pelletier By Somdatta Basu In a sunlit Houston studio, the May edition of the IACCGH Business Hour on Open Forum unfolded not as a typical radio segment, but...
