Mexico – Texas Cross-Border Business & Innovation Forum

Join us for a groundbreaking event exploring the growing business and innovation corridor between Texas and Mexico! Held right before the renowned Austin City Limits (ACL) music festival, which attracts over 200,000 attendees each year, this forum offers a unique opportunity to connect with global leaders in business, manufacturing, and innovation while capitalizing on the convergence of culture and industry.
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Date: October 3rd, 2024
Time: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Location: UT Austin Commons Conference Center, Texas
This forum is hosted by F50 Nexus and incMTY, in collaboration with prominent organizations including Silicon Global, Long 100 Capital, Austin San Antonio Founder Club, and the Central Texas Real Estate Network. The event will provide valuable insights into the evolving business dynamics between Texas and Mexico, highlighting the tremendous opportunities for cross-border collaboration in manufacturing, tourism, and industrial real estate.

9:00 AM – MC Welcome and Introductions (15 min)

• MC: Ivonne Padilla, Global Business & Markets Leader, incMTY
• Opening remarks and introductions of attendees, fostering networking and encouraging a collaborative environment.

9:15 AM – Boosting Entertainment & Business between Texas and Nuevo León + FIFA World Cup 2026 (15 min)
Speaker: Maricarmen Martinez, Secretary of Tourism, Government of Nuevo Leon
9:30 AM – The New Texas-Mexico Corridor (15 min)
Speaker: David Cao, Managing Partner, F50 Nexus
9:45 AM – incMTY & Nuevo León Video Introductions (5 min)

• Brief video showcasing incMTY and the opportunities in Nuevo León.

10:05 AM – incMTY SUMMIT 2024 & Festival 2025 Presentation (15 min)
Speaker: Thomas M. Hogg, CEO, incMTY

• Presentation on incMTY’s mission, achievements, and details of upcoming key events, with an opportunity for attendees to participate.

10:20 AM – Cross-Border Business Panel (40 min)
Panelists:

• Lala Elizondo, Cofounder of Tule Capital
• Kevin Koym, Founder & CEO, Tech Ranch Austin
• Rene Elizondo, Founder & CEO, Robertson Industries
• Carlos Oviedo, CoFounder & Country Manager USA, ISITA

Moderator: Ivonne Padilla, Global Business & Markets Leader, incMTY

• A diverse panel discussing the future of cross-border business between Texas and Mexico.

10:45 AM – Conclusion and Closing Remarks (5 min)
Speakers: Thomas M. Hogg, CEO, incMTY & David Cao, Founder, Managing Partner, F50

• Final thoughts and summary of key takeaways from the event.

10:55 AM – Official Photo

• A group photo to mark the conclusion of the event.

Why Attend?
Texas is the largest trading partner for Mexico in the U.S., with manufacturing serving as a key component of this relationship. This forum presents a golden opportunity for businesses to address the evolving landscape of manufacturing, industrial real estate, and cross-border trade. With particular focus on the strengthening ties between Texas and Mexico, the event will examine the expanding role of innovation across sectors such as HealthTech, Transportation, Space Tech, and PropTech.
Attendees will gain insights into the rapidly growing Austin-San Antonio Region (ASA), also known as the Central Texas Innovation Belt, which is home to industry giants like Tesla, Dell, IBM, Apple, and Amazon. As the fastest-growing region in the U.S., ASA is projected to reach a population of nearly 10 million by 2040. Its strategic location between Dallas and Monterrey positions it as a key hub for North American manufacturing, driving innovation and economic growth.
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### Who Should Attend?

• Business executives and entrepreneurs interested in cross-border trade
• Investors looking for new opportunities in the Texas-Mexico corridor
• Leaders in manufacturing, industrial real estate, and innovation sectors
• Government officials and policymakers focused on economic development