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ABOUT THE SUMMIT
The YTexas Summit brings together business leaders and top influencers to collaborate, engage and share insights on the future of our growing state. This public event is packed with immersive experiences and meaningful discussions on issues that are central to business in the major regions of Texas.
Attend virtual symposiums focused on the future of Texas. Join us as we build the largest inter-regional business event our state has ever seen!
SUMMIT PARTNERS
2021 YTEXAS SUMMIT PANEL TOPICS
REGIONAL ROUNDTABLES
Regional Panels: Why San Antonio, Austin, Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, East/West Texas
ENERGY
The Future of Energy in Texas: Renewables. fossil fuels, electricity grid/market
TECHNOLOGY
Regional Smart City initiatives
AVIATION
Texas’ position in aerospace
HEALTHCARE/BIOTECH
The future of medicine/wellness
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Corporate Retention vs. Recruitment
SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT
Esports, Stadiums, Franchise relocations, new teams
HOUSING/RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE
Rural vs. Urban trends and data
RETAIL/DISTRIBUTION
How E-commerce and AI will change the game
TRANSPORTATION
The Future of Mobility
ADVANCED MANUFACTURING
The Texas Supply Chain
COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE
Regional developments, co-working, design
WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT
Jobs, skills, education, talent recruitment
START-UP ECOSYSTEM
Regional accelerators, programs, incentives
CUSTOM PANELS
Customized Topic Discussion
FEATURED PRESENTERS

G. Brint Ryan

Glenn Hegar

Paula Gold-Williams

Sean Strawbridge

Adam Rymer

Alexandra Botez

Aaron Demerson

Eric Salwan

Todd Staples

Carlos Aguilar

Jeremiah Bentley

Robert Brown

Ruth Ruggero Hughs

Ed Latson

Glenn Hamer

Beth Garvey

Jim Perschbach

Gerardo Interiano

Lindsay Wilson

Carlton Schwab

Paul Leggett

Kristian Hulgard

Frank Gray

Anthony Horton

Misty Mayo

Eric Sudol
LIVESTREAM AGENDA
Check this section frequently as our 2021 YTexas Summit agenda evolves and featured speakers are confirmed and populated in their respective panels.
The State of the State:
Sponsored by Ryan LLC

G. Brint Ryan

Glenn Hegar
The State of the Workforce:
Presented by YTexas and Texas Workforce Commission
Featuring Texas Interns Unite and Port San Antonio

Aaron Demerson

Jim Perschbach
The Race to Space in Texas:

Eric Salwan

Sam Gunderson
Made in Texas:
Sponsored by Texas Mutual Insurance Company

Ed Latson
The Future of Sports, Technology & Entertainment:

Adam Rymer

Alexandra Botez

Patrick Carney
The Energy Gateway to the World:
Sponsored by Port of Corpus Christi
Featuring Port of Corpus Christi, Port of Houston and Texas Association of Oil & Gas

Sean Strawbridge

Todd Staples
The Great Texas Migration:
Sponsored by Corporate Relocation International
Featuring Texas Economic Development Council

Carlton Schwab

Misty Mayo

Josh Schneuker
Powering Texas:
Sponsored by CPS Energy

Paula Gold-Williams

Dr. Michael Webber

Eric Sudol
The Future of Mobility:

Gerardo Interiano

Robert Brown
The Texas High Speed Rail:
Featuring Carlos Aguilar, CEO – Texas Central Partners

Carlos Aguilar
The State of the Future:
