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  • On the Other Side: Aligning Industry, Investment, and Workforce Across Borders

    On the Other Side: Aligning Industry, Investment, and Workforce Across Borders
    2025/12/16
    The discussion examined the evolution of USMCA and the importance of maintaining stable, rules-based trade in the face of tariff volatility. It also addressed the modernization of border operations, from one-stop customs facilities and a potential Binational Customs Agency to new approaches for mapping land ports and commodity flows. In addition, panelists considered how digital infrastructure initiatives such as the North American Digital Infrastructure Coordination Initiative (NADICI) can harness AI and cybersecurity to enable secure, interoperable commerce. Finally, the session highlighted the role of Southern U.S. states as critical trade corridors and explore the proposal for a North American Industrial Coordination Council (NAICC) to align industrial policy, investment, and workforce development. Together, these themes point toward a more integrated and resilient regional economy. Speakers: Alfonso Nevárez Jr., Vice Chairman, Port EPN Daniel Covarrubias, Director, Texas Center for Border Economic and Enterprise Development, Texas A&M International University (TAMIU) Gerónimo Gutiérrez, Former Ambassador of Mexico to the United States, Senior Advisor, Covington Gerry Schwebel, Executive Vice President - Corporate International Division, International Bank of Commerce Jorge Márquez, Chief Operating Officer, Grupo México Transportes Mayra Maldonado, Executive Director, Hunt Institute at UTEP
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    46 分
  • Doing it Right: Open Source AI, Conversation with Rob Sherman

    Doing it Right: Open Source AI, Conversation with Rob Sherman
    2025/12/16
    As artificial intelligence reshapes industries and societies, open source development has emerged as a powerful force driving collaboration, transparency, and rapid innovation. In this conversation, Rob Sherman, Vice President and Deputy Chief Privacy Officer at Meta, explored how open source approaches—like Meta’s Llama—are accelerating technological progress while supporting economic growth and system-level safety. Drawing on real-world examples, including applications of Llama in Mexico, the discussion examined how open source tools empower developer communities across Latin America, enable countries to maintain technological and data sovereignty, and contribute to building global standards for responsible and ethical AI. The session also looked ahead, addressing how voluntary governance frameworks, industry-led safety standards, and proactive public policies can foster responsible adoption of AI technologies without stifling innovation. Finally, Sherman shared insights on the rise of personal superintelligence, and how this next frontier of AI could transform everyday life for users across North America and beyond.
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    33 分
  • Blinding Lights: Democracy, Technology, and the Future of Governance in North America

    Blinding Lights: Democracy, Technology, and the Future of Governance in North America
    2025/12/08
    Mariano-Florentino (Tino) Cuéllar, President of the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace and former Justice of the Supreme Court of California, engaged in a wide-ranging conversation on the forces shaping governance and cooperation in the 21st century. Drawing on his experience in law, diplomacy, and international affairs, Cuéllar reflected on the state of democracy and the rule of law, the disruptive impact of artificial intelligence and emerging technologies on public institutions, and the political economy of trade and regional integration. This discussion highlighted how North America—and the broader global community—can navigate these transformative shifts to strengthen resilience, equity, and long-term stability.
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    32 分
  • Rumor Has It: What North Americans Are Thinking— And Why It Matters

    Rumor Has It: What North Americans Are Thinking— And Why It Matters
    2025/12/02
    Public opinion is playing an increasingly influential role in shaping the environment in which governments and businesses operate across North America. This panel explored evolving perceptions among citizens in the United States; particularly on issues such as trade, security, migration, and bilateral relations. Drawing on the latest data from Echelon Insights for the U.S.-Mexico Foundation, the conversation analyzed how these attitudes are impacting policy decisions, investment climates, and the broader ability to foster long-term regional cooperation. For stakeholders navigating cross-border strategies amid political transitions and growing economic interdependence, understanding these dynamics is more critical than ever. Speakers: Kristen Soltis, Founding Partner and Co-founder, Echelon Insights Pedro Casas Alatriste, Executive VP and CEO, AmCham Mexico
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    46 分
  • Rain on Me: Food Security in North America

    Rain on Me: Food Security in North America
    2025/12/01
    This interactive panel brought together key voices to examine how strengthening the North American market can drive greater food security across the region. Participants addressed climate change, advancing complementary markets, and leveraging the region's productive vocation can contribute to a more resilient and competitive agricultural sector. Experts also discussed the role of regional health systems, technologies & infrastructure supply chain resilience & labor mobility, as well as preparing the next generation of leaders in agriculture, as we respond to an evolving regulatory landscape. Together, they identified opportunities for innovation and collaboration to build a more secure, sustainable, and integrated food system in North America. Speakers: John Bode, President and CEO, Corn Refiners Association Kerri Conway, Secretariat, North American Agricultural Advisory Network Jorge Esteve, President, Consejo Nacional Agropecuario Hector Lujan, CEO, Hortifrut Ana Paula Ordorica, Journalist
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    42 分
  • Clocks: Accelerating the Future with AI

    Clocks: Accelerating the Future with AI
    2025/12/01
    This panel explored the AI adoption journey, covering integration, talent acquisition, and resource allocation in both the private and public sectors. Speakers shared valuable lessons from their experiences and strategies for overcoming common challenges. Given the rapid evolution of AI-driven solutions, it's crucial for businesses and governments to align their resources, talent, and strategies for effective adoption. The discussion focused on how organizations can leverage AI to drive growth, innovation, and competitiveness. By examining real-world examples and best practices, we will identify key takeaways for stakeholders looking to achieve sustainable success with AI. Beyond domestic implications, the discussion also explored the regional dimensions of AI collaboration and innovation. We analyzed the potential of the USMCA to boost regional competitiveness through AI-driven initiatives. By fostering a deeper understanding of the opportunities and challenges presented by USMCA, we aim to inspire new partnerships and collaborations that will propel economic growth and development across North America. Speakers: Alejandro Maza, Chief Data Officer, Kavak David JIménez, Managing Director, CPG, Sofftek Estefania Capdeville, Directora de Proyectos Especiales y Cooperación Global, Agencia de Transformación Digital y Telecomunicaciones (ADT), Gobierno de México Gordon Whitehouse, Co-founder and COO, Pacto Glenda Michel, Public Policy Manager, Meta
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    46 分
  • All I Do Is Win: Sports as North America’s Economic Engine

    All I Do Is Win: Sports as North America’s Economic Engine
    2025/11/24
    North America is entering a mega-decade of sports, with events like the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, and multiple major league championships creating unprecedented opportunities to connect fans, cultures, and economies. This panel explored how sports can serve as a powerful economic driver for both the public and private sectors, while also promoting cultural exchange and peacebuilding across the continent. Panelists discussed how different industries can align with financial and strategic opportunities arising from these events, and how major sporting moments can generate long-term economic growth, strengthen communities, and enhance the region’s global cultural capital. Speakers: Phil Clement, President & CEO, World Business Chicago Gabriela Cuevas, Representative for the FIFA World Cup, Government of Mexico Reggie Love, Senior Advisor, Apollo Global Management Jurgen Mainka, Chief Tournament Officer Mexico, FIFA World Cup 2026 Travis Murphy, NCF25 Fellow | Founder and CEO, Jetr Global T. K. Harvey, Vice President of Culture & Sports Diplomacy, Meridian International Center
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    48 分
  • We Take Care of Our Own: National and Economic Security in North America

    We Take Care of Our Own: National and Economic Security in North America
    2025/11/19
    Former ambassadors and secretaries from Mexico, the United States, and Canada engaged in a conversation on the evolving intersection of national and economic security in North America. The panel explored today’s most pressing security challenges and the critical role of trilateral cooperation in safeguarding regional stability. Drawing on their experience, the discussion highlighted strategies for aligning security and economic priorities, enhancing collaboration across borders, and strengthening North America’s collective resilience in an increasingly complex global environment. SPEAKERS: Graeme C. Clark, Former Ambassador of Canada to Mexico John Negroponte, Former Ambassador of the United States to Mexico Carlos Gutierrez, Former Secretary of Commerce, United States Gerónimo Gutiérrez, Former Ambassador of Mexico to the United States Stephanie Ochoa, White House Correspondent, Entravisión
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    44 分