What a day! Texoma Made 2025 was a tremendous success with nearly 300 participants!
Thank you to everyone who helped us connect, spark new ideas, and strengthen our Texoma community. Your generosity, leadership, and support truly made all the difference!
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About the Conference
Join us for an immersive conference experience focused on innovation and growth. Learn from industry leaders and network with like-minded professionals.
WHEN: November 5, 2025
TIME: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
WHERE: Austin College, Wright Campus Center, Mabee Banquest Hall, Address: 1301 E Brockett St, Sherman, TX 75090
The Texoma Made Conference will be held on November 5, 2025, in Sherman, Texas, bringing together leaders, entrepreneurs, and innovators to discuss strategies for driving economic growth and resilience in the northern Texas/southern Oklahoma (Texoma) region..
With rapid growth in manufacturing, business development, and job creation, addressing infrastructure challenges and ensuring sustainable growth is more important than ever.
Key Highlights:
Expert Speakers & Panels on economic growth, sustainable development, and community building
Actionable Strategies to tackle infrastructure challenges
Networking Opportunities for regional leaders and entrepreneurs
Breakfast & Lunch Provided for attendees
Local municipalities in Cooke, Fannin, and Grayson Counties (Texas) and Atoka, Bryan, Carter, Coal, Garvin, Johnston, Love, Marshall, Murray, and Pontotoc Counties (Oklahoma) will collaborate to discuss solutions for long-term economic sustainability and regional development.
To register, please click here and complete your registration by November 1 to receive a name badge. Tickets purchased after November 1 can be bought at the event check-in table. We accept check and cash only.
To download the Draft Agenda (1- page Agenda), (printable PDF), click here
To download the Draft Agenda Booklet (Full Version + Speaker Bios) (printable PDF), click here
Who Should Attend?
This event is for anyone invested in our region’s future:
- Entrepreneurs & small business owners
- Chamber of Commerce leaders
- Economic developers & city planners
- City staff, mayors & council members
- Real estate professionals & investors
- Bankers & workforce leaders
- Tourism advocates & nonprofits
- Educators, students, job seekers
And especially:
- People who live here
- People who came back to give back
- People who care deeply about Texoma’s future
Let’s Build the Future—Together
Texoma Made is the launchpad for a more resilient, connected, and prosperous Texoma. Whether you’re a policymaker, a student, a business owner, or a lifelong local—you belong in this conversation.
👉 Reserve your spot today—and be part of the movement.
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Conference Themes
Epic One-Day Event of Ideas, Innovation & Impact!
19 TOPICS | 4 POWER PANELS | 8 STRATEGIC THEMES DRIVING GROWTH
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Meet Our Speakers
4 Power Panels, 8 Strategic Themes, 19 Topics, 33 Speakers
REGIONAL TOURISM PANEL
SBDC + SBA PANEL
WFS READINESS PANEL
REGIONAL ED CONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PANEL
MEET OUR EMCEE (at Mabee Hall Banquet)
Top Insights & Breakthroughs
Workshops & Panels
Participate in Interactive Workshops and Panels, Gain Expert Insights, and Discover Key Strategies for Business Growth, Economic Development, and Transform Your Business and Community.
Networking Opportunities & Business Booths
Network with Industry Leaders, Promote Your Business at Small Business Booths, and Unlock Collaborative Opportunities for Growth!
Keynote Speaker Sessions
Gain Tools and Insights from Dynamic Keynotes and Breakouts—Learn Strategies for Business Growth, Explore How AI Streamlines Operations and Boosts Profits, and Discover Resilience Tools to Help You Adapt, Innovate, and Thrive
Questions & Answers
Contact us
For more information and inquiries, please contact us using the form below.
This project was made possible with funding from the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA), with deep gratitude to the Texoma EDD's Consortium, local economic leaders, chambers of commerce, regional planners, the City of Denison, Texoma Workforce Solutions, higher education institutions, Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs), tribal and rural community representatives, and all of our stakeholders, partner organizations, and supporting institutions. We are especially thankful for the dedicated volunteers, including the staff of the Texoma Council of Governments (TCOG), whose time, energy, and commitment helped bring this effort to life. Special thanks to Austin College for generously hosting us and coordinating a warm and welcoming space for this initiative.
Contact: Mailinh Nguyen, Regional PC, Texoma EDD, Texoma Council of Governments (TCOG), email: mnguyen@texoma.cog.tx.us