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Houston Tents & Events is proud to announce that Founder and COO Darren Randle recently joined CW39’s H-Town Live for “Motivational Monday.” He discussed the new $10,000 Houston Built Legacy Award Scholarship. Darren partnered with fellow University of Houston alumnus and popular Houston influencer Shawn Li — better known as @shawnthefoodsheep on Instagram — to create this impactful award.
The segment gave Darren a platform to share how UH shaped his success. It also showcased the growing partnership with Shawn to support the next generation of Cougars.
“This scholarship is about real impact. We want to give students money, mentorship, and connections. Shawn’s influence helps us reach and inspire more future leaders.” — Darren Randle on CW39 H-Town Live
A True Team Effort with Shawn The Food Sheep
Shawn The Food Sheep has built a massive, loyal following by spotlighting Houston’s best restaurants and hidden gems. His authentic content resonates deeply with the city. That reach makes him the perfect co-sponsor. Together, Darren and Shawn offer recipients more than just funds. They provide guidance on branding, digital growth, and real-world entrepreneurship — skills Shawn has mastered and Darren has applied while growing Houston Tents & Events.
The hosts praised the collaboration. They noted how alumni like Darren and influencers like Shawn The Food Sheep strengthen Houston’s entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Building on Our Earlier UH Scholarships
This TV appearance follows our October announcement. At that time, Darren and Shawn awarded two $5,000 UH Alumni Legacy Scholarships to students in hospitality and event management. The new Houston Built Legacy Award raises the bar. It offers $10,000 plus hands-on mentorship and internship opportunities at Houston Tents & Events.
Key benefits for recipients:
- $10,000 in direct financial support
- One-on-one mentorship from Darren and Shawn The Food Sheep
- Internship and networking opportunities in events and digital marketing
- Access to Houston’s top business leaders
Applications for the 2026 cycle open soon. Interest is already strong.
Why This Matters to Houston
When alumni and influencers join forces, everyone wins. Students gain resources. The city gains future innovators. Houston stays a launchpad for big ideas.
At Houston Tents & Events, we create unforgettable experiences under tents across Greater Houston. Extending that mission to education feels natural. It’s our way of saying thank you to UH and to this city.
Get Involved
Current UH students: Watch for application details on our site and UH’s scholarship portal. Alumni and supporters: Share this post or consider contributing.
Thank you to CW39 H-Town Live for the platform and to Shawn The Food Sheep for his continued partnership. Together, we’re building legacies that last.
By the Houston Tents & Events Team Proud UH alumni serving Houston since 2020.
Josh Dupont is the Digital Marketing Manager at Houston Tents & Events with over 20 years of event experience. With a passion for creative strategy and local business growth, Josh oversees all digital marketing, SEO, and online content for the company. He specializes in helping Houston-area clients plan unforgettable events by connecting them with the best tent and event rental solutions. Josh is dedicated to elevating HTE’s online presence and making every customer experience seamless and memorable.
