The SMU Mission Foods Texas–Mexico Center, in collaboration with Leaders Digital Board and Universidad Regiomontana (U-ERRE), invite you to Resilient Mexico: Bilateral Momentum.

Date: Thursday, January 22, 2026 - 8:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Location: Auditorium, U‑ERRE Universidad Regiomontana, Central Campus, C. Mariano Matamoros 430, Col. Centro, 64000 Monterrey, N.L., Mexico.

We are honored to have Dr. Raymond Robertson, Senior Fellow at the SMU Mission Foods Texas–Mexico Center, participate in the  Texas-Mexico 5.0 panel. Dr. Roberston will be offering expert insight on competitiveness, trade, and labor market dynamics.

This event will bring together senior executives, policymakers, and academic experts with the aim of exploring fundamental topics related to business development in Mexico, its global outlook, and the strengthening of regional development. The program will include four discussions on timely and relevant issues for the business community, a keynote address, and will conclude with a reception.

Please open the attached document to view the featured speakers and the full program.

This event is free and open to the public. Registration is required. Please use the link below to register:

Program 

8:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.  Registration and coffee break

8:30 a.m. – 8:55 a.m.  Welcome remarks

9:00 a.m. – 9:45 a.m.   Discussion 1: Texas-Mexico 5.0 — Smart Trade and Strategic Alliances. In collaboration with the SMU Mission Foods Texas–Mexico Center

9:50 a.m. – 10:35 a.m. Discussion 2: New Financial Groups — The Reconfiguration of Mexico’s Financial Sector

10:35 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Coffee break (networking)

11:00 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. Discussion 3: Fireside Chat (CEO/Founder Series): Stories Worth Telling — Inspiring Business Models In collaboration with U-ERRE & HCM

11:50 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Discussion 4: Nuevo Leon — Plan for Technological Development and Innovation

12:30 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. Keynote Adress: Mexican Business Leadership — Our Pride, Role, and Non-Delegable Duties. In collaboration with U-ERRE & HCM

1:00 p.m. – 1:15 p.m. Closing remarks1:00 – 2:00 p.m. Networking / Cocktail reception

1:15 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Cocktail Reception

Please note: agenda subject to change

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