America's Latino Future

​Latinos, who are projected to become America’s largest ethnic group, are a dynamic force shaping the nation’s demographic, economic, and cultural future. Far from being a marginalized group defined by oppression, Latinos are integral to America’s story. They drive economic growth, cultural evolution, and workforce vitality. Challenges, however, including poverty, educational disparities, and restrictive policies, threaten their upward mobility. Join for a discussion on how to harness Latino potential and adopt policy solutions that prioritize affordability, safety, and economic opportunity over ideological constraints.

​10:00 - 10:15 AM | Welcome and Introduction

​10:15 - 10:35 AM | Keynote address

​Jennifer Hernandez, Holland & Knight

​10:45 - 11:30 AM | Panel One: What Do Latinos Want?

​Linette Sanchez, UT Austin

​Karla Lopez, Housing Researcher

​Erika Ozuna, Housing Researcher

​Jennifer Hernandez, Holland & Knight

​Moderator: Joel Kotkin, Civitas Institute

​11:30 AM - 12:45 PM | Regional Economic Update

​Luis Torres, Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas, San Antonio Branch

​12:00 - 12:45 PM | Panel Two: What Do Latinos Need?

​Joel Kotkin, Civitas Institute

​Salvador Contreras, UT Rio Grande Valley

​David Cisneros, Houston Developer

​Moderator: Mike Toth, Civitas Institute

​12:45 - 1:30 PM | Closing Remarks & Lunch