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Port of Houston Authority Exec Director to Address Economic Summit in Deer Park on Aug. 24

The executive director of the Port of Houston Authority will address an annual economic summit in Deer Park on Aug. 24.

DEER PARK, TX — Roger Guenther, executive director of the Port of Houston Authority, will provide a keynote presentation to kick off a two-day version of the annual Economic Alliance Gulf Coast Industry Forum. Guenther will speak on Wed., August 24, at 1 p.m.

Guenther is expected to discuss recent Port Authority projects and activities, as well as outline strategies for future growth, including plans to handle increased capacity from shipments through the expanded Panama Canal.

After Guenther's speech, a panel of experts will continue the dialogue by highlighting the area’s role in energy exports. The maritime discussion continues on Thursday as a shipping and logistics panel takes the stage.

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General Land Office Commissioner George P. Bush will provide the closing keynote on Thursday, Aug. 25.

Parties interested in attending or sponsoring the conference can contact Economic Alliance Houston Port Region, www.allianceportregion.com

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