As the year winds down and Houston’s downtown pulses with holiday energy, The Met continues to serve as a hub for wellness, productivity, and connection. General Manager Thomas Westbrook sat down with us to share what members can look forward to during the final months of the year, and how the club is shaping its vision for 2026.
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For many Houstonians, the holidays are filled with family gatherings, festive décor, and cozy moments at home. For others, it’s also the season to make a major decision to selling their home.
According to Derek, subsidies, deductibles, and out-of-pocket maximums on the ACA Marketplace have all shifted. Pandemic-era tax credits that once helped lower premiums have officially expired, leaving many households with increased costs.
Alexander and Fosca Barrios have brought their two companies—ALEXSCA LLC and Texas Law Solutions—together in a new shared office space in Cypress, Texas, now operating under one roof.
Lori’s Cheesy Corn, a family favorite that’s been known to disappear before the rest of dinner is even served.
A recipe with a family history – that’s what John Simpson shared with us with the Black Bottom Pie.
With nearly two decades in real estate, Kelly Simon built The Selling Houston Team around one core belief: an education-first, client-first approach creates the best experience, and the strongest results, for buyers and sellers in Greater Houston.
Alexsca, LLC – Texas Design Build Solutions was created as a licensed, insured, family-owned construction company to deliver commercial and residential projects “done right” for the Greater Houston area.
Brian helps creators move beyond generic background music by composing custom cinematic scores that give their stories emotional weight, polish, and a distinctive identity.
Texas Law Solutions supports clients by turning complex, high-stakes legal questions into clear, actionable strategies—so owners, families, and organizations can protect their foundation, reduce risk, and move forward with confidence instead of uncertainty.
Derek supports his clients by cutting through the noise of public and private health insurance, comparing multiple carriers and options to build customized coverage that matches their real-life needs and budget—not just whatever one company happens to offer.
Arthur supports his clients by turning overwhelm, misalignment, and scattered ideas into a clear, authentic path forward, so their business, brand, and daily life finally match who they really are.
John helps clients rethink their monthly expenses, like cell service, vehicle use, and healthcare, by showing them how to plug into World Link’s direct marketing model and turn those costs into new revenue streams.