ABOUT THE SUMMIT
The YTexas Summit is the only event that brings the entire Texas business community together to stimulate business growth – breaking down regional barriers to move the needle on the most complex challenges in Texas.
This event is an annual celebration of the innovation occurring in all corners of the state. It is a showcase of a supply chain network for companies who have recently relocated and invested here – and an invitation for out-of-state businesses to find out how to get here.
The YTexas Summit is a place where leadership addresses one of our biggest challenges, growing and maintaining a talented workforce. If you are a player in Texas, or yearn to be one, join us and share your Texas story on one of the greatest stages in the world – AT&T stadium – home of the Dallas Cowboys!
TELL YOUR TEXAS STORY!
TICKET
- (1) pass to the YTexas Summit at AT&T Stadium
- All access pass for on-field networking and lunch buffet
- Access to the event program on the YTexas app
- YTexas Insider monthly updates
early-bird pricing thru 9/1/24
$179
VIP (Plus donor)
- (1) VIP pass to the Summit + Player and student sponsor at the YTX PGA Challenge in Frisco (Monday, Sept 30th).
- All access pass for the Summit and YTX PGA Challenge including full access to event attendees on the YTexas app.
- YTexas insider monthly updates
$1,000
TEAM PASS
- Team pass for (5) to the Summit + VIP reception
- Invitation to the YTX PGA Challenge + All access Summit passes for Summit + attendees on the app
- Company virtual exhibit + contributor on YTexas.com
- YTexas Insider monthly updates (premium)
$2,500
BRAND SPONSOR
- (5) passes to the Summit
- (5) passes to VIP reception + PGA golf event
- All access pass plus On-field industry exhibit branding or logo on Jumbotron and stadium ribbon boards.
- Exclusive access to monthly updates and event attendees via YTexas app and contributor on YTexas.com
$5,000
SUMMIT AGENDA
AT&T STADIUM, ARLINGTON, TX
8:30am: WELCOME TO THE YTEXAS SUMMIT
The 2024 YTexas Summit convenes 2500 business professionals representing over 500 companies making an impact in Texas. The event brings a unique mix of people together, including executives, mayors, university chancellors and students.
This year’s Summit titled “Powering the Future of Texas” puts a spotlight on the most attractive market in the world for business expansion and investment. This is the ONLY event in Texas that brings the full ecosystem of leadership in Texas together to celebrate and accelerate business within the state.
Register now!
EXHIBIT SHOWCASE:
Firefly Aerospace
9:30am: OPEN NETWORKING BEGINS
The event exhibit marketplace takes place on the field at AT&T stadium where professionals can network with hundreds of businesses and educational leaders from across the state.
The field will have 4 Zones showcasing the Texas story in the following sectors:
- Zone 1: Sports & Entertainment
- Zone 2: Space & Defense
- Zone 3: Technology & Infrastructure
- Zone 4: Economic Development & International Business
ZONE 1: SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT
The Sports industry is blossoming in Texas, with new world-class venues being built for the largest sporting events in the World. Technology is changing the landscape. The Entertainment is taking fold in Texas as well, with an increased interest in shooting block buster films and documentaries right here in the Lone Star State.
Join Zone 1 for a series of 30 minute TedX-style presentations or fireside chats with highly influential Texans leading the future of sports & entertainment in Texas.
Featured presentations: 9:30, 10:00, 10:30, 11:00, 12:30 and 1:00pm
- 2026 World Cup featuring Dallas Sports Commission and Houston Sports Authority
- Texas Film & Media featuring Media for Texas and AEB Productions
- Venues & Events featuring Legends Hospitality and City of Waco
- Professional Sports featuring athletes from high growth sports in Texas
- Travel & Tourism Destinations featuring City of Waco
- Sports Marketing & Branding featuring the Dallas Cowboys
Zone 2: NATIONAL SECURITY, SPACE & DEFENSE
This community will cover the critical elements of Texas’ dominance in National security, defense and space. Learn how to leverage innovation out of the Johnson Space Center in Houston, to our ports of entry in South Texas, world cybersecurity HQ in San Antonio, the Army Futures Command in Austin.
Texas executives, university Chancellors, Mayors and others will present unique approaches to ground-breaking workforce development tactics for the next generation. Gaming, training, influencer marketing, AI and robotics are just a few examples of the interesting content in this zone.
Featured presentations: 9:30, 10:00, 10:30, 11:00, 12:30 and 1:00pm
- Security and Technology featuring Army Futures Command and A&M
- The Space Race featuring Space Commissioner Norman Garza and NASA
- Powering Texas featuring ERCOT
- Defense & Aviation featuring RTX and University of Texas at Arlington
- Texas Oil & Gas Production featuring leading energy producers
- New Energy Production featuring Next Decade and UT Energy Institute
Zone 3: INFRASTRUCTURE & INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
At the 1:oopm hour, we will have short TedX-style presentations or fireside chats with highly influential Texans discussing the future of technology in Texas.
Texas entrepreneurs will present unique technological advances solving the world’s problems will take center stage. Traffic control, water conservation, intelligent infrastructure, data mining and a variety of topics will grab your attention at this last session. The Texas business landscape provides a platform for innovation – and the world is paying attention.
Featured presentations: 9:30, 10:00, 10:30, 11:00, 12:30 and 1:00pm
- Intelligent Infrastructure featuring Autonomy Institute and SH-130
- Continuum of Capital featuring Texas Capital and Carpion Wealth
- Texas Health & Biotechnology featuring McKesson and Dallas College
- Semiconductor Mfg featuring Williamson County EDC and Tokyo Electron
- Magnificent 7+ featuring leading employers in Texas technology
- The Future of Mobility featuring eCab and Department of Public Safety
ZONE 4: ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS
Learn about the communities, commerce and culture in all 12 regions of Texas. Meet leading Texas economic development corporations, cities, site selection consultants and real estate investors listing sites available in Texas.
Visit the Texas Embassy, brought to you by Q-Branch. In the embassy, expand your network and knowledge of doing business with international brands in Texas.
Featured presentations: 9:30, 10:00, 10:30, 11:00, 12:30 and 1:00pm
- Semiconductor Manufacturing – featuring Williamson & Dallas counties
- Sports & Tourism featuring city of Frisco and city of Waco
- High Growth Markets featuring Woodlands, Abilene & Rockdale
- Rural Texas and Broadband featuring City of Amarillo
- International Business & Supply Chains featuring Q-Branch
- The 12 Regions of Texas featuring Site Selection Magazine & TEDC
12:00pm – LUNCHEON & CONTESTS
A limited seating experience luncheon will be held in the Bank of America lounge and Miller Lite Clubs. Seating options in suites, barstools and table tops will create a networking environment second to none.
Luncheon sponsors will present a highly interactive digital presentation on over 50 screens across the room, to bring you bursts of content while you enjoy lunch and mingle with fellow guests.
2:00pm – CLOSING REMARKS
Experience closing presentations with awards and special announcements at the 50 yard line main stage. Jumbotron closing showcase!
