Vistas from Texas: An Economic Outlook
Agenda
Thursday, October 19 |
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8:00 a.m. |
Check-In and Continental Breakfast |
9:00 a.m. |
Welcome Remarks |
9:15 a.m. |
Session 1: Economic Outlooks |
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Speakers will give an overview of recent developments in the global economy, with a focus on the euro area and China, and potential implications for the U.S. economy; discuss recent developments in the U.S. and how they impact the national economic outlook; and highlight the state economy, which has recovered from the energy sector decline. Moderator United States Texas |
10:30 a.m. |
Break |
10:45 a.m. |
Session 2: Regional Focus |
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Speakers will focus on economic trends in the major regions within Texas. Presentations will detail challenges and opportunities unique to each area. Highlights will include effects from the ongoing energy sector recovery, the impact of Mexico and the maquiladora industry, and factors contributing to growth in the major metros. Moderator South Texas Gulf Coast West Texas Emily Kerr Presentation |
Noon |
Lunch: U.S.–Mexico Trade Amidst the NAFTA Renegotiation |
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Christopher Wilson |
1:00 p.m. |
Session 3: Paso del Norte Border Economic Outlook |
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This panel discussion will offer unique perspectives on the Paso del Norte region. Key business and community leaders will share their insights on the opportunities and challenges facing the region, which includes El Paso, southern New Mexico and northern Mexico. Moderator Jon Barela Brad Beasley Maria Teresa Delgado Crystal Long |
2:15 p.m. |
Closing Remarks |