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The McAllen Economic Development Corporation, the McAllen Chamber of Commerce and the City of McAllen are excited to announce the keynote speaker for the 2nd annual MXLAN International Economic Summit: Emmy award-winning journalist and host of What Would You Do? John Quiñones.
The theme for this year’s summit is Technology, Innovation & the Future of Economic Development. A sampling of topics and speakers on the agenda for the day include:
State-Level Perspectives on Workforce & Technology with Texas Workforce Commissioner, Albert Trevino and Texas Economic Development Corporation President and CEO, Aaron Demerson
Workforce Transformation in a Changing Economy with Dr. Joanne Wang of Vanderbilt University
What Would You Do? AI Era Business Edition: Ethics, Trust, & Accountability with journalist and television host, John Quiñones
Watch the video from the City of McAllen below:
Mr. Quinones’ keynote speech will be an inspiring address on values, leadership, and ethical decision-making in a fast-moving technological world, reflecting on personal stories and challenging attendees to lead with purpose.
“As technology and AI continue to shape our economy, leadership and ethics cannot be an afterthought. John Quiñones brings that perspective to the MXLAN International Economic Summit,” said, Elizabeth Suarez, President and CEO of the McAllen Chamber of Commerce and McAllen Economic Development Corporation.
The summit takes place March 6, 2026, at the McAllen Convention Center, on the first day of MXLAN. MXLAN is a three-day event celebrating art, culture, and history in the City of McAllen.
Event sponsors include Hidalgo County, McAllen International Airport, and AEP.
For Sponsorship or tables, contact Blanca Cardenas, Sr. Vice President of Corporate Relations at the McAllen Chamber of Commerce at bcardenas@mcallenchamber.com or 956-682-2871
Read the documents below for more information and schedules:
