Houston Methodist Foundation “Rendezvous with the Future”

October 9, 2025, Hilton Americas-Houston, Lanier Grand Ballroom

“Rendezvous With The Future”, emphasizing transformation through innovation, was held in both ballrooms of the Hilton Americas Hotel. Themed and produced by Ward & Ames, the event welcomed 1,100 guests and raised over $5.7 million dollars.

This Houston Methodist Foundation gala featured cutting edge examples of innovations in clinical, research, transformative/educational, and spiritual care. The event premiered an avatar as emcee that interacted with Dr. Marc Boom in real time, projected on screen.

The reception was in the second-floor ballroom showcasing Houston Methodist ‘s enhanced patient experience, the use of Bio Buttons, Virtual Reality Goggles, Smart Room technology, Spiritual Care and other interactive guest demonstrations. Dramatic video presentations were featured along with special effects & lighting designed by Ward & Ames.”