Mexican-Canadian Trade Agreements and Implications for North Texas
Presented by: James Corrigan, Trinity Industries- President; Luisa M. del Rosal, Southern Methodist University- Executive Director of the Tower Center; Terrance L. Pohlen, University of North Texas - Associate Professor of Logistics; Matt Rooney, Southern Methodist Universit- Managing Director
Program Description
Moderated panel discussion of three experts actively engaged in trade policy and strategy; forming tri-national trade coalitions; and cross-border trade. The panelists will provide insight regarding current trade negotiations with Mexico and Canada; the issues, challenges and future directions of these trade negotiations; and the implications for DFW and North Texas.
Learning Objectives
· Gain an understanding of the key provisions of the trade agreements being negotiated with Mexico and Canada
· Discuss how these trade agreements may affect specific industries, trade flows, and economies in the North Texas region
· Identify the key challenges and issues associated with moving goods over the US-Mexico border
· Understand the potential future directions trade negotiations may take and their effect on the DFW metroplex
Instructional method: Group-live
Recommended CPE credits: 2.0
Experience level: Basic
Prerequisites/Advance preparation: None
Field of study: TBD
Strategic Investors:
Bank of Texas
RHSB
Whitley Penn