About

Greg Micek is a globally recognized Inventor Advocate, visionary entrepreneur, and founder of the Houston Inventors Association (HIA) and Young Inventors Showcase (YIS). Over his 40-year career, he has dedicated himself to empowering inventors of all ages and advancing innovation through public service and education. As the driving force behind YIS, Greg is pioneering a global rollout of a unique 8-week curriculum that trains educators to inspire young minds to invent and transform ideas into marketable solutions. His unparalleled track record includes launching 13 six-figure crowdfunding campaigns on GiveButter.com as part of a groundbreaking “Innovation Pod” initiative.

A non-practicing attorney and business “architect,” Greg’s passion lies in crafting innovative business models that bridge gaps and solve pressing challenges. His early career was marked by his leadership in hosting a seminal inventors’ conference in 1983, which catalyzed the formation of HIA. Today, the association stands as the largest local inventors’ organization in the U.S., fostering growth and success for countless inventors in the Houston Gulf Coast community.

Greg’s commitment to public service extends beyond his advocacy. He has spearheaded programs that blend public safety empowerment—such as his work with FACES™ facial composite software—and economic empowerment, where he enables young inventors to navigate the marketplace successfully. His innovative efforts have earned him recognition as a “Houston Hero” in the Houston Chronicle.