The San Marcos Area Chamber of Commerce and Hays Caldwell Economic Development Partnership are proud to announce the 2025 “Infrastructure Summit: Navigating Water and Energy Challenges.” This business luncheon is set for Thursday, February 13, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Texas Old Town venue in Kyle. The presenting sponsor is HNTB.
This highly anticipated event will bring together an audience of industry leaders and decision- makers to explore the pressing challenges and opportunities surrounding water management, energy resilience, and sustainable growth in Central Texas.
The Chamber and Hays Caldwell EDP are excited to announce the keynote speaker will be Phil Wilson, CEO of the Lower Colorado River Authority. Wilson brings a wealth of experience, having served as Executive Director of the Texas Department of Transportation and as Texas’ 106th Secretary of State under Governor Rick Perry. With an extensive background in infrastructure, energy, and public service leadership, Wilson’s insights promise to guide an insightful conversation on sustainable growth and resource management in the region.
The discussion will be moderated by Will Conley of American Structurepoint, former CAMPO Chair and Hays County Commissioner. The panel of distinguished speakers also includes Robert Puente, CEO of SAWS (San Antonio Water System) and Darrell Nichols, Deputy General Manager of GBRA (Guadalupe-Blanco River Authority).
This panel will address strategies for water management, energy resilience and fostering sustainable development to meet the demands of the rapid growth in Central Texas. It will be an engaging discussion with up-to-the-moment perspectives on water and energy challenges and the vital role infrastructure investment plays in regional growth and sustainability.
“This Summit is an unparalleled opportunity for community leaders, industry stakeholders and area professionals to come together and discuss actionable solutions for the challenges facing our region’s infrastructure,” said Page Michel, President & CEO of the San Marcos Area Chamber of Commerce.
Don’t miss this chance to engage with Central Texas’ top minds in water and energy infrastructure. Secure your reservation today, as seating is limited at this venue. Tickets and tables are on sale now. Sponsorships are also available with high-impact marketing benefits. For more information, visit bit.ly/ InfrastructureSummit or contact the San Marcos Area Chamber at 512393-5900 or [email protected].
