Fireside Chat with Vicente Fox | RGV Startup Week

Start your RGV Startup Week with a morning you won’t forget — featuring a powerful fireside chat with Vicente Fox Quesada, former President of Mexico and a global voice for leadership, innovation, and change.

In this insightful conversation, President Fox will share his experiences on resilience, leadership, and navigating political and economic uncertainty — especially relevant to entrepreneurs and changemakers working in border communities. His unique perspective offers both inspiration and practical insight for those building businesses in the Rio Grande Valley and beyond.

The conversation will be moderated by Berenice Garcia, Rio Grande Valley reporter for The Texas Tribune, and will spark thoughtful dialogue on how cross-border collaboration and innovation can thrive — even in the most challenging times.

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RGV Startup Week 2025 presented by Arca Continental Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages, is a celebration of entrepreneurship and innovation in the Rio Grande Valley. A week-long series of events bringing together founders, creatives, investors, students, and ecosystem builders from across the region. From pitch competitions and panels to networking mixers and workshops. RGV Startup Week is designed to inspire big ideas and build bold businesses right here in the RGV.

Register for more free events during the week here.
 

Co-Organized by
The Brownsville Community Improvement Corporation (BCIC) is a type-B economic development organization dedicated to connecting people, organizations, and economic resources to elevate the quality of life in Brownsville. For more information about available programs, visit www.brownsvilleedc.org