San Antonio – Trinity University is expanding its long‑standing Policy Maker Breakfast series with a 2026‑27 lineup aimed at local executives, entrepreneurs and civic leaders. Sponsored by Bank of America and underwritten by the Stevens Academic Enrichment Fund, the four breakfasts will take place at the Mays Family Center at the Witte Museum, 3801 Broadway.
Local business community gets direct access to national experts
“Building a resilient business ecosystem in San Antonio requires more than financial capital; it requires access to transformative ideas,” said Ventura Perez, president of Bank of America San Antonio. “Through our partnership with Trinity University, we are equipping executives with the actionable insights needed to make informed decisions that shape our community’s future.”
Each event will begin with networking and coffee at 7 a.m., followed by a brief welcome at 7:20 a.m., breakfast at 7:30 a.m., and the program starting at 8 a.m. A question‑and‑answer session will close each morning.
Speaker lineup
- Robert Costa – Tuesday, October 6, 2026
Chief Washington analyst for CBS News and national correspondent for CBS News Sunday Morning. Costa will discuss “Inside the Upcoming Elections,” drawing on his experience covering presidential campaigns and his co‑authorship of the bestseller Peril with Bob Woodward. - Jen Easterly – Tuesday, November 17, 2026
Former director of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and current CEO of the RSA Conference. Easterly’s talk, “Defending the Digital Frontier,” will focus on protecting critical infrastructure amid rapid AI innovation. - Ron Insana – Tuesday, February 9, 2027
Senior business analyst for MS NOW. Insana will examine “The Economy 2027: Washington, Wall Street, and the World—Who Stands To Win, Who Stands To Lose?” leveraging more than four decades of market reporting. - Dr. Geeta Nayyar – Tuesday, April 6, 2027
Chief medical officer, technologist and author of the bestseller Dead Wrong: Diagnosing and Treating Healthcare’s Misinformation Illness. Nayyar will address “Diagnosing and Treating Health Care’s Misinformation Illness,” highlighting how AI can improve health outcomes.
Tickets for individual breakfasts are $70, while the full four‑event series is $260. Advance registration is required. For more information or to register, visit gotu.us/pmb26 or call Trinity University’s Office of Conferences and Special Programs at 210‑999‑7601.
Why the series matters to San Antonio
The breakfasts provide a rare chance for local decision‑makers to hear directly from nationally recognized experts on politics, cybersecurity, economics and health innovation. By bringing these conversations to San Antonio, Trinity University and its partners aim to strengthen the city’s business climate, promote informed leadership and support the region’s growth in a rapidly changing global environment.
Trinity University affirms freedom of expression. Views expressed by speakers and participants do not represent the university’s official positions.
Original reporting: San Antonio Report — read the source article.
