June 17 – Community Update Brunch
Phillips Event Center at Briarcrest
1929 Country Club DriveBryan, TX 77802-2905
United States
* Registration open until 6/7/26 at 12:00 AM (CDT)
Featured Speaker Lineup
Join us for a powerful conversation shaping the future of growth, development, and housing in the Brazos Valley. This year’s forum brings together key leaders from government, education, utilities, and development to provide real insight into what’s happening now—and what’s coming next.
Speakers Include:
Bobby Gutierrez – Mayor, City of Bryan
Mayor Gutierrez will share updates on the City of Bryan’s growth, infrastructure priorities, and how leadership is navigating rapid development across the region.
Ginger Carrabine – Superintendent, Bryan ISD
Hear how Bryan ISD is planning for future student growth, workforce development, and the role education plays in supporting a thriving housing market.
Doug Lyles – Executive Director of Business & Customer Operations, Bryan Texas Utilities (BTU)
Doug will provide insight into utility capacity, infrastructure planning, and what builders and developers need to know as our area expands.
Patrick McIntyre – Energy Coordinator, College Station Utilities
Patrick will discuss energy efficiency trends, sustainability efforts, and how utilities are adapting to increased demand.
Lauren Hovde – Development Services, City of Bryan
Lauren brings valuable perspective on permitting, development processes, and how the City is working to streamline growth.
Anthony Armstrong – Director of Planning & Development Services, City of College Station
Anthony will address regional planning efforts, zoning trends, and the future of development in College Station.
Agenda
| June 17 | |
| 10:00 AM | Doors Open |
| 10:15 AM | Breakfast Line Begins |
| 10:45 AM | Program Begins |
Registration Options
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Registration Options
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Price |
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Morning Briefing Sponsor
- 8 person VIP table - 5 minutes at the podium - Distribution of promotional materials at each table - Logo on event program |
$1,250.00 |
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Mimosa Bar Sponsor
- Verbal Recognition at the event - Logo Recognition in the event program |
$500.00 |
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Brunch Table Sponsor: VIP TABLE
- Verbal Recognition at the event - Logo Recognition in the event program |
$300.00 |
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Single Guest - MEMBER
Registration Ends 6/12/26 at 2:15 AM CDT
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$40.00 |
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Single Guest - NONMEMBER
Registration Ends 6/12/26 at 2:15 AM CDT
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$45.00 |
For More Information:
230 Southwest Parkway EastCollege Station, TX 77840 979.696.0272
General Information About the Event
The Greater Brazos Valley Builders Association’s Community Update Brunch brings together local leaders, builders, developers, and business professionals for an inside look at the projects and progress shaping our region.
This engaging event offers a unique opportunity to hear directly from city and county officials, planners, and industry experts as they share updates on growth, infrastructure, housing, and development across the Brazos Valley.
Join us for a morning of great food, networking, and valuable insight — where collaboration meets community and you’ll gain the inside scoop on what’s next for our area’s future.
The Breakfast / Brunch will be held at the Phillips Event Center at Briarcrest.
About Phillips Events Center
The Phillips Event Center boasts a rich history in the Brazos Valley, hosting countless events and welcoming guests from all over the world.
First opened in 1971, our beautiful 18-hole championship golf course also has a storied past. Having been designed by renowned course architect Dr. Marvin H. Ferguson, the City Course is the best golfing experience in the area.
The Phillips Event Center includes 7.27 acres of land, 26,500 square-feet of event space, six tennis courts, and two auxiliary buildings. The facility consists of the golf shop, 1929 Eats & Drinks, an outdoor patio, wrap-around balcony, kitchens, banquet/meeting space and office areas.