I’ve always been an avid reader, and I have a lifelong passion for the written word. That’s why supporting Inprint has been so important to me. Inprint is celebrating 40 years of keeping the Houston community connected to the magic of books, poetry, and how cathartic writing can be. Supporting…

When I was a young child, one of my favorite activities was writing stories and plays and performing them for the neighborhood children. I was always passionate about the arts. …

Here’s something you may not know about President Barack Obama: As extroverted as he may seem, he’s actually an introvert who relishes his alone time. You see, former White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki recently revealed in a CNN interview that during her experience working as deputy press secretary and…

I spent over 20 years as a business litigator and was a partner at Susman Godfrey, LLP. One of the greatest lessons I learned is how to tap into my analytical skills and how to carefully choose the right facts to tell a story. Growing up, I pictured myself going…

I’ve had the privilege of traveling to some fascinating places, including Spain, India, and London. Every place I’ve visited left an imprint on my soul. I’ve been especially lucky to have met some amazing people along the way. It’s been a cultural awakening. I will never forget a trip I…

Graduation is such an exciting time and I absolutely loved my time studying at the University of Texas at Austin School of Law. But when it comes to having a well-rounded education, nothing beats packing your bags and setting out on an adventure to a place you’ve never been before. …

Franci Neely, a longtime supporter of the Hermann Park Conservancy, was recently recognized for a $250,000 donation she made as a tribute to her grandchildren Emma, Beau, and Ford Thompson. The gift will fund an interactive water-play feature for children. Named The Bayou, it will offer a variety of water…

If there’s one thing I’m certain of, it’s that travel is the one thing that gets everyone going in the right direction. I have been fortunate enough to have visited more than 180 countries — and I’m just getting started. My goal is to travel to every country in the…

Franci Neely is involved with many causes as a philanthropist and volunteer. Before focusing on philanthropy, Neely had a long and successful career in law. Franci Neely was a partner at Susman Godfrey, L.L.P. before retiring from actively practicing law. …