Houston Boychoir Annual Luncheon
Honoring Ian Ramirez as Houston Boychoir's Inaugural Man of Character.
At the end of the day, the people in our lives—whether they be friends, family, professional colleagues, or other—and the relations we have with them are most critical to our success and happiness. We not only lean on others to learn and grow, but the commitment and help we offer strengthens our community.”
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— Ian Ramirez, HBC Man of Character 2025
Ian Ramirez, CSEP, is a former international opera singer turned wedding and event industry leader.
With performances spanning the globe—from Portland, Oregon, to Stuttgart, Germany—he has sung with renowned organizations such as Opera Stuttgart, Portland Opera, the Marlboro Music Festival, and the Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra. Ian earned both his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in music, graduating Summa cum Laude from the University of Cincinnati’s College-Conservatory of Music. His vocal artistry earned him awards from the National Opera Association and a Career Opportunity Grant from the Oregon Arts Commission.
In 2017, Ian transitioned from opera to operations and now serves as the Co-Owner and Venue Director of Madera Estates, an award-winning Spanish- and European-inspired wedding and event venue located in Conroe, TX. Hosting more than 100 events annually, Ian oversees operations, business development, and customer service, ensuring an exceptional experience for every couple. He is also the Co-Founder of the Venue Help Desk, a coaching and consultative resource connecting venue owners and managers with vetted professionals, tools, and systems to solve any challenge.
Ian is passionate about giving back to his community and advancing the wedding and event industry. A 2024 WeddingPro Educator and Fellowship for Change Mentor, he has shared his expertise with thousands of wedding professionals and has been as a featured speaker at Wedding MBA, Catersource + The Special Event, the International Live Events Association (ILEA), the National Association for Catering and Events (NACE), and more. Ian also holds the prestigious Certified Special Events Professional (CSEP) designation.
Among his other accolades, Ian was named Houston Business Journal’s 40 Under 40; Man of the Year through the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Man & Woman of the Year Campaign in Montgomery County, TX; PR Luxury Media’s Do-Gooder of the Year; and Interfaith of The Woodlands Five Who Share Award Recipient.
On a local level, Ian has served in leadership roles and board positions with Interfaith of The Woodlands, the International Live Events Association Houston Chapter, and Class Act Productions.
When not managing Madera Estates or performing in the Greater Houston Area, he enjoys traveling with his husband, Paul, practicing yoga, and reading.
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