Jorge Torres of Interlink Trade Services talked about the new U.S. tariffs aimed at Canadian products — and Canada’s expected response. 

Mark Ellison of IDE Technologies about the proposed RGV desalination plant — location, daily capacity, new tech, timeline, and economic impact. 

Dr. Guy Bailey President of UTRGV talked about the 1st day of fall semester.

Texas State Rep. Armando Martinez (D39) recapped the Natural Resources Committee meeting in Weslaco where they looked at Hidalgo County’s flooding and drainage issues.

Chasse Conque, Senior Vice President and Director of Athletics at UTRGV, reflected on the university’s first season competing in Division I football.

Mike Hoke of the Public Utility Commission of Texas talked about the state’s electric system and how Texas is preparing for data centers.

Jill Dominguez, Area Superintendent for IDEA Public Schools–RGV, talked about the new school year.

Albert Escobedo of RGV Desal talked about the push for a regional desalination plant. 

Laura Disque, CEO & RN at Rio Grande Regional Hospital talked about being ranked #8 among the Top 100 Academic Hospitals and the only Texas hospital on the list. 

Marco Vega of McAllen Public Utilities gave us a full update on McAllen’s water situation — desalination, wastewater recycling, drought stage, and water levels. 

RGV Sector U.S. Border Patrol Chief Jared Ashby talked about the agency’s major hiring push — and how the Border Patrol has evolved over the last 20 years.

Danny Vela from Lee’s Pharmacy talked about the continuing fight to serve local families in the RGV.

Gilbert Salinas, President & CEO of Brownsville Economic Development talked about the surge of growth across Brownsville.

Cameron County Judge Eddie Treviño talked about the industry growth in Brownsville.

Rafael Vela, CEO of WorkForce Solutions Cameron County talked about job growth across the RGV — especially welding jobs tied to shipbuilding at the Port of Brownsville. 

Felida Villarreal, CPA, President & CEO of VIDA, about their continued work helping Valley students & adults get career training and job placement support. 

Belén Guerrero-Aguirre, Chief Operating Officer and Brianna Casares Programs Director with Mission EDC talked about business resources available in Mission.

Robert Lozano, owner and operator of multiple Dairy Queen, Schlotzky’s, and a Cinnabon franchise in the Rio Grande Valley talked about being inducted into the Texas Restaurant Association Hall of Honor and discussed his role as Chairman of the Hidalgo County Regional Mobility Authority,

South Texas College Vice President Dr. Rodney Rodriguez talked about the upcoming South Texas College Foundation Gala and workforce training programs.

Dr. Javier La Fontaine, Dean of the UTRGV School of Podiatric Medicine, talked about their first graduating class.

Ralph Garcia, Chief Operating Officer at the McAllen Economic Development Corporation talked about the Rio Grande Valley’s economic transformation — from NAFTA to USMCA — positioning itself as a competitive hub for advanced manufacturing, energy, aerospace, and technology.

Rio Grande Valley Water Advocate Sonny Hinojosa talked about the region’s water situation.

Lance Ames, CEO of South Texas Health System, talked about the organization’s continued growth and long‑term commitment to serving the Rio Grande Valley.

Raudel Garza, Director of the Edinburg Economic Development Office, gave us an economic update from Edinburg.

Gilbert Salinas, President & CEO of the Greater Brownsville EDC talked about Saronic Technologies’ decision to build an AI boat manufacturing facility locally.

Mario Reyna, President of RioPlex talked about their recent international outreach, including a business‑focused tour in Mexico City.

David Martinez‑Longoria, economist for CAPA provided a detailed look at the evolution of international trade — from NAFTA to USMCA.

Ford Sasser, President and Owner of Rio Bank outlines Rio Bank’s growth and reinforces the importance of community‑rooted banking.

Maricela De Leon, Executive Director of RGV Lead talked about how they have partnered up with local school districts to prepare students for the global workforce, by preparing students academically and college and career ready. 

Jorge Torres, founder and president of Interlink Trade Services talked about what is next or the USMCA trade agreement.

New Brownsville City Manager Alan Guard talked about his vision for Brownsville.

Sergio Tito Lopez Chairman of the Brownsville Navigation District gave us an update on the Port of Brownsville.

region’s water future, from desalination and reverse osmosis to expanding service for human consumption. 

Johnny Vasquez, Executive Director of the Rio Grande Valley Builders Association, talked about their recent visit to Washington D.C. where they presented the Dignity Act, a proposal focused on immigration reform and strengthening the American workforce.

Rio Grande Valley Water Advocate Sonny Hinojosa gave us an update on the Valley’s water outlook.

Mission EDC CEO Teclo Garcia for an in‑depth conversation about one of the biggest developments in Mission — the purchase and future transformation of the Cimarron Country Club.

McAllen City Manager Isaac Tawil talked about the latest on sales tax numbers, construction growth, and the wave of new development happening across the city.

COSTEP CEO Adam Gonzalez talked about a major idea shaping conversations across South Texas — creating one unified Rio Grande Valley MSA.

Paco Sanchez, President & CEO of The Rio Grande Valley Partnership, talked about their recent trip to Washington D.C. to push and highlight the Valley’s economic growth.

Brownsville’s Economic Development Director, Gilberto Salinas, breaks down how international partnerships are supercharging the local economy.