Houston/Westchase Norris Team
Joel Sweetland
Venue/Sales Manager – Westchase
Joel Sweetland is our Venue/Sales Manager. Joel started with Norris as a Banquet Captain, using his past experience in live events and A/V equipment to help ensure events ran smoothly. Now as the Venue Manager for our Westchase location, he is excited to share that same excellent service on a broader scale, and to work more closely with our clients and their exciting events!
Matt Freeman
Event Service Manager – Westchase
Matt Freeman joined Norris Conference Centers as an Event Services Manager in April of 2025. Matt will be working at both the Norris Centers Houston Westchase location and at The Ark in Katy, where he will oversee events and services. Prior to joining Norris, Matt spent over 20 years in the Food and Beverage industry serving in virtually every role – Server, Bartender, Director of Operations, and Owner and Operating Partner. Matt brings a passion for exceptional customer service, a commitment to a culture of excellence, and a Guest-first approach that enables him to anticipate all details, no matter how small. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his family, playing golf, hunting, and fishing.
