The Dallas Regional Chamber is pleased to host elected officials from across Texas and regional business leaders for an on-the-ground look at the fastest-growing metro area in the nation and experiences unique to the Dallas Region.
ITINERARY
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Monday, Nov. 18
7 a.m. | Kick-Off Breakfast: Loews Arlington Hotel Honor Ballroom
- Welcome Remarks
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- Dale Petroskey, President & CEO, Dallas Regional Chamber
- Jim Ross, Mayor, City of Arlington
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- Overview of Dallas Regional Days: Matt Garcia, Senior Vice President of Public Policy, Dallas Regional Chamber
- Panel on Texas’ Water Needs
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- David Allen, Vice President of Sustainability, PepsiCo
- Kevin Ward, General Manager, Trinity River Authority
- Moderator: Mike Rosa, Senior Vice President of Economic Development, Dallas Regional Chamber
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- Closing Remarks: Jim Springfield, President, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas
9 a.m. | Depart Loews Arlington Hotel for regional tours
Group transportation provided. Tour assignments and visits are pre-determined and final.
4 p.m. | Arrive back at Loews Arlington Hotel
6:30-10:30 p.m. | Monday Night Football Watch Party at Texas Live
- Welcome Remarks
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Tuesday, Nov. 19
8 a.m. | Closing Breakfast: Loews Arlington Hotel Honor Ballroom
- Welcome Remarks: Nadine Lee, CEO, Dallas Area Rapid Transit
- Look Ahead to the 89th Texas Legislative Session
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- Senator Kelly Hancock
- Moderator: Dale Petroskey, President & CEO, Dallas Regional Chamber
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- Closing Remarks: Matt Garcia, Senior Vice President of Public Policy, Dallas Regional Chamber
9:30-10:30 a.m. | Tour of the National Medal of Honor Museum (optional)
CONNECT WITH FELLOW ATTENDEES AND DRC STAFF
The DRC has established a WhatsApp group for Dallas Regional Days attendees and DRC staff to stay connected. Join the group to share photos and experiences with your fellow attendees and to receive helpful announcements from the DRC. Note: Once you join the community using the link below, select “Group” and “Join Group” to join the conversation.
About Our Speakers and Partners
Key Contacts
Matt Garcia
Senior Vice President of Public Policy
512-299-5225
Travis Reynolds
Vice President of Public Policy
806-224-3402
Rebekah Chenelle
Director of Public Policy
860-970-8171
Jack Niland
Manager of Public Policy
915-217-9612
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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS
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LUNCH
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WATCH PARTY
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BREAKFAST TABLE
Baylor Scott & White Health | Cyrus One | MV Transportation
SWAG PROVIDER
Starbucks