We are thrilled to present an outstanding lineup of speakers who will provide key insights into the FIFA World Cup 2026.

Chris Canetti serves as President of the Houston 2026 World Cup Host Committee, where he leads the city’s preparations for hosting the tournament. Before assuming this role, he was President of the Houston 2026 World Cup Bid Committee and successfully guided the effort that secured Houston’s selection as a FIFA World Cup host city in June 2022, following a four-year bidding process.

Elizabeth Carlson, Chief Sustainability Officer at Tricon Energy, is responsible for shaping and advancing the company’s sustainability strategy. With extensive experience in corporate responsibility, economic development, and environmental and social impact across both nonprofit and private sectors, she also contributes her expertise as Chair of the Sustainability Host Committee for Houston’s 2026 World Cup.

Minal Davis, Human Rights Chair for the Houston 2026 FIFA World Cup Host Committee, and the founding Director of the Houston Mayor’s Office of Human Trafficking. She spearheaded Houston’s first human trafficking strategic plan by engaging more than 250 stakeholders in just six months, identifying critical gaps, and building public-private partnerships to establish a comprehensive, citywide approach to combating trafficking.

Thank you to Our Luncheon Sponsor’s 

Blackmon Mooring & BMS CAT

Hayden Racino
Commercial Account Manager
Tel: 346-302-4725
hracino@bmsmanagement.com

Kaylie Sampson
Commercial Account Manager
Tel: 346-315-6959
ksampson@bmsmanagement.com

As one of the most trusted names in Houston, BMS CAT provides dependable restoration, reconstruction, and commercial cleaning services when property damage turns your world upside down.

FCI Hospitality

Sam Kandiyoti
Tel: 832-404-2724
sam@fcihospitality.com

Based in Houston, Texas, FCI Hospitality Construction has been proudly serving throughout the Texas area since 2004. We are a general contractor exclusively focusing on the hospitality industry.

Join us for the Mayor’s Annual Luncheon as Mayor John Whitmire addresses the future of Houston’s travel and tourism industry. This special event will highlight the vital role our industry plays in shaping Houston’s growth, culture, and economy.

Discussion Topics Include:

• Why Houston is a great place to live, work, and visit
• The tourism industry’s impact on the city
• The upcoming Entertainment District near the George R. Brown Convention Center
• The importance of the travel and tourism sector for Houston

This is a must-attend luncheon for hospitality, tourism, and business leaders who want to be part of Houston’s exciting future.

11:00 am – Registration & Networking

11:45 am – Doors Open

12:00 pm – Program

1:15 pm Adjourn

Thank You To Our Luncheon Sponsors:

Cotton Global Disaster Solutions

Through a variety of services offered by our in-house divisions that include Disaster Restoration, Construction, Roofing, Logistics, Culinary and Consulting, Cotton can provide turnkey and innovative solutions for the most complex.

For More Information Contact:

Cynthia Bratton

Email: cynthia.bratton@cottonteam.com

Contact Phone Number: 877.511.2962

Mobile: 346.280.3322

FCI Hospitality

Based in Houston, Texas, FCI Hospitality Construction has been proudly serving throughout the Texas area since 2004. We are a general contractor exclusively focusing on the hospitality industry.

For More Information Contact:

Sam Kandiyoti

Email: sam@fcihospitality.com

Office: 832-404-2724

Mobile:713-534-3019