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Dallas, Texas
October 8, 2025
SMU Cox School of Business
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About TexCap

Welcome to the capital markets conference that bridges high-growth companies with public capital markets, exploring capital formation opportunities in Texas and beyond.

"The bull market is coming home." - TXSE

  • Connecting innovative companies with capital markets
  • Facilitating strategic partnerships and deals
  • Unveiling Texas as a premier financial hub
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Why Attend?

Unlock opportunities in the evolving capital markets landscape
Market Intelligence
Market Intelligence

Gain unparalleled insights into the latest trends and opportunities shaping the financial future.

Equip yourself with the critical market intelligence needed to navigate and capitalize on an evolving landscape.

Direct Access
Direct Access

Unlock access to insights from key industry thought leaders and the innovators driving financial transformation.

Forge invaluable connections with an exclusive, curated network of decision-makers and key players shaping the future of finance.

Curated Ecosystem
Curated Ecosystem

Step into an environment meticulously designed for productive partnerships.

TexCap aims to cultivate a favorable ecosystem, providing the ideal setting for you to explore and initiate the deals that will define the future of finance.

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Sponsors & Supporters

We are proud to partner with the industry leaders who make TexCap possible. Thank you to our sponsors and supporters for their invaluable support in bringing together the forefront of finance and innovation.
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Speakers

Check out a few of our featured speakers for this year’s conference.
Gov. Greg Abbott

Texas State Governor

Liz Hocker

Regional Head of Capital Markets, NYSE Texas

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Nicole Chambers

Global Managing Director, Texas Stock Exchange

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Rachel Racz

SVP, Nasdaq

Rob Holmes

Chairman, President & CEO of Texas Capital

Tom Long

Co-Chief Executive Director, Energy Transfer

Rebecca Zarutskie

SVP and Senior Research Advisor, Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas

Adam Leggett

Managing Director of Government Affairs, Gray Reed Advisory Services

Matt Fry

Partner, Co-Chair - Capital Markets and Securities Practice Group, Haynes Boone

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Chairman Charles Schwertner

Texas State Senator

Robert Marrocco

Global Head of Exchange Traded Products, TXSE

Tan Parker

Texas State Senator

Josh Kettler

Partner, Armanino LLP

Todd Milbourn

Dean, SMU Cox School of Business

Bryan Daniel

President, NYSE Texas

Eric F. Hinton

Director, SMU Rowling Center for Business Law & Leadership

Hogan Miller

Assurance Partner, Deloitte

Chairman Morgan Meyer

Texas House of Representatives

Bea Staley Guest

Senior Client Partner, FinTech Practice Leader, Korn Ferry

Dr. Darius Miller

Professor, Caruth Chair of Financial Management, and Academic Director of the Kitt Investing and Trading Center, SMU Cox School of Business

Who Should Attend? Investment Banks

Conference Experience

A comprehensive event designed for maximum impact

Keynote Sessions

Industry thought leaders sharing insights on market trends

Panel Discussions

Deep dives into emerging trends and opportunities

Dedicated Deal Rooms

Private spaces for confidential transactions

Curated Networking

Strategic connections with industry peers

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Full Day Agenda

Strategic sessions designed for maximum impact.

Morning Sessions

8:00 AM
Registration & Welcome Coffee

Continental Breakfast, coffee, and networking

9:00 AM
Opening Remarks

Welcome and introduction to the day’s theme. Remarks from AAPL, TBC, and SMU.

9:20 AM
Keynote Address

Public vs. Private Capital: Navigating the Transition

10:10 AM
General Session Panel — TXSE Explained

Building a Homegrown Exchange

11:00 AM
Morning Break

Coffee, tea, and light snacks provided.

11:15 AM
General Session Panel — IPO

Where Do I Start?

12:05 AM
Luncheon with Guest Speaker

Outlook for the U.S. Economy

Schedule is subject to change.

Afternoon Sessions

1:30 PM
Why the NYSE is Looking to Texas

Insight into NYSE’s Texas strategy, opportunities for issuers, and regional growth initiatives.

2:20 PM
Why Nasdaq is Expanding in the Lone Star State

Nasdaq’s Texas strategy, incentives, infrastructure, and case studies from recent listings.

3:10 PM
Afternoon Break

Refreshments and informal chats.

3:25 PM
Policy and the Evolving Financial Landscape of Texas

Explore efforts to expand Texas role in the financial sector

4:15 PM
Human Capital: The Cornerstone of the Emerging Texas Public Capital Market

Workforce needs to support Texas public capital market.

5:00 PM
Closing Reception with Governor Abbott

Hosted bar and appetizers.

Schedule is subject to change.
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Venue

SMU Cox School of Business

Located in the heart of Dallas, the SMU Cox School of Business provides a prestigious setting with state-of-the-art facilities.
  • Crum Auditorium for keynote presentations
  • Multiple conference rooms for connections
  • Prime Dallas location with easy access
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Secure Your Spot

Join the most influential gathering of capital markets leaders in Texas. 
Limited seats available.
$350
Early Bird

Thru Sept 12

$450
Regular Admission

Thru Oct 5

$550
Sell-Out Pricing

Starts Oct 6

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Includes all sessions, meals, and networking events