TGCIC Coastal Forum

Galveston, Texas

January 13-14, 2026

The TGCIC Coastal Forum unites industry leaders, policy makers, and key stakeholders to discuss the pressing challenges and opportunities facing Texas’ coastal infrastructure and the need for reliable funding streams and regulatory certainty.

By fostering collaboration and consensus building, the Coastal Forum serves as a launchpad for strategies to build and protect the critical infrastructure that sustains our vital coastal industries.

Register or sponsor today to ensure you are a part of the discussion!

Forum Details

  • Register

    January 13-14, 2026

    Register Now

    FORUM TICKETS ARE NOW SOLD OUT

    LIMITED SPONSORHIPS ARE STILL AVALIBLE THAT INCLUDE FORUM TICKETS.

    Contact Amanda Schar: aschar@statehouseconsultants.com for inquiries.

    Coastal Tour Tickets and Reception Tickets are still avalible for purchase.

    Additional Feature

    January 13

    Tour the Galveston shoreline with former USACE Coastal Texas Project Manager Dr. Kelly Burks-Copes to discuss current and future Coastal Texas Projects.

    Tour begins at 2:00PM

  • Forum Agenda

    Join Us

    Join us for a robust agenda featuring expert-led panels designed to inform and engage stakeholders across the infrastructure sector.

    The conference agenda includes panels on:

    Coalition Building Across Industries

    Coastal Texas Project Update

    State and Federal Policy Briefing

    Navigating Environmental and Regulatory Processes

    Building for Tomorrow: Future Workforce Needs

  • Featured Speakers

    We have an exceptional lineup of expert speakers ready to share invaluable insights on the future of Texas’ coastal infrastructure projects.

  • Sponsor

    Become a sponsor today!

    Sponsoring the TGCIC Coastal Forum connects you with industry leaders and shows your support for clear, effective, and cost-conscious public infrastructure projects.

    For more information, contact Amanda Schar at aschar@statehouseconsultants.com

Travel Logistics

Suggested Hotels

The Tremont House

2300 Ship Mechanic Street

Galveston, TX 77550

  • Tremont House is 1/2 mile walking distance from the Reception location (Katie’s Seafood House)

  • Tremont is located ~ 4 miles from Texas A&M University at Galveston Campus

Harbor House

28 Pier 21

Galveston, TX 77550

  • Harbor House is located next door to the Reception location (Katie’s Seafood House)

  • Harbor House is located ~ 4 miles from Texas A&M University at Galveston Campus

Important Addresses

Bus Pickup and Dropoff Location for Shoreline Tour

Bus Pickup is at 2:00PM

Katie’s Seafood

2000 Wharf Rd

Galveston, TX 77550

The tour will end at approximately 4:00PM. The bus will drop you back off at Katie’s Seafood.

Reception Location

Reception Beings at 5:00PM

Katie’s Seafood

2000 Wharf Rd

Galveston, TX 77550

Forum Location

Texas A&M University at Galveston Waterfront Pavillion

2000 Seawolf Pkwy

Galveston, TX 77554

Conference Logistics

Texas A&M University at Galveston Campus Map

Waterfront Pavillion is located in #3029 on the map below

Parking

Parking is included in your forum ticket. Please Park in Lot N305.

If that lot is full, you may park in Lot N304.

FULL MAP

Lot N 305

Suggested Driving Directions Highlighted in Green