Katy Area Economic Outlook Summit 2025
Friday June 27, 2025 / 8:00 am - 1:30 pm
Location
Leonard E. Merrell Center
6301 South Stadium
Katy ,TX 77494
6301 South Stadium
Katy ,TX 77494
Price
FREE
Description
Katy, one of West Houston’s fastest-growing communities, will take center stage at the Katy Area Economic Outlook Summit 2025, an in-depth economic development event bringing together industry leaders, policymakers, and business professionals to explore the forces shaping the region.
Hosted by the Katy Area Chamber—a long-standing advocate for small business success—and the Katy Area EDC, a strategic driver of economic growth.
Event Details:
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Date: June 27, 2025
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Time: 8:00 AM – 1:30 PM
- Location: Merrell Center
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Register: Click here to register
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Sponsor: Sponsorship opportunities
The summit will cover:
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Federal legislative and economic updates
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Regional population and economic growth trends
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Energy and port market analysis
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Business advocacy and labor regulation insights
Featured Speakers Include:
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8:30 AM: Ed Hirs – Energy Fellow, UH (Energy Markets)
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8:50 AM: Dr. Steven Craig – Economist, UH (Economic Forecasts)
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9:15 AM: Lucia Garcia – U.S. Dept. of Labor (Labor Law & Outreach)
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10:00 AM: Jim "Mattress Mack" McIngvale – Philanthropist, Gallery Furniture
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10:45 AM: Ron Eidshaug – Business Advocacy Expert
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11:30AM: Eric Carrero – Port Authority Leader, Former Coast Guard Captain
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12:30 PM: Glenn Hegar – Texas Comptroller
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1:00 PM: Terry Zrubek – Texas Economic Development & Tourism
Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with thought leaders and stay ahead of the curve in Texas economic trends, Katy business growth, and regional policy updates.
