SAN ANTONIO, TX — The Texas Aggregates & Concrete Association (TACA) welcomed more than 600 industry leaders, producers, allied members, and business partners to its 72nd Annual Meeting, held at the JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa. The event, themed “Building the Community,” marked the largest Annual Meeting in the association’s history.
The gathering featured economic and legislative updates, leadership development, industry recognition programs, charitable initiatives, and networking opportunities focused on supporting the continued growth of Texas’ construction materials industry.
The meeting opened with a community service project led by TACA’s Emerging Leaders Academy participants. More than 100 volunteers assembled 2,000 backpacks for students in need, benefiting charitable organizations serving communities in Austin, Dallas, Houston, and San Antonio, Texas.
TACA President and CEO Andrew S. Pinkerton highlighted the industry’s increasingly important role in supporting Texas’ rapid growth.
“Every road, school, hospital, home, and business begins with the materials our members produce," Pinkerton said. “As Texas continues to grow, our industry remains committed to providing the essential building materials that support strong communities, create jobs, and improve quality of life for Texans. The TACA Annual Meeting is a reminder that what we build goes far beyond infrastructure. Our member companies help build the communities where families live, work, and thrive — not just today, but for generations to come.”
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The general session featured updates on association initiatives, legislative and regulatory developments, and presentations from nationally recognized speakers addressing the economic, technological, and leadership challenges shaping the future of the industry.
Featured economist Dr. Anirban Basu, Chairman and CEO of Sage Policy Group Inc., discussed economic trends affecting the construction materials sector, including inflation, tariffs, and workforce challenges. Despite ongoing uncertainties, Basu forecasted continued growth for Texas, citing the state's strong economic fundamentals and population expansion.
“Let’s empower the doers,” Basu said. “That’s one of the reasons the Texas economy remains such a powerful engine of growth. Texas is a doer state.”
Attendees also heard from cybersecurity expert Zach Fuller of Silent Sector, who discussed emerging cyber threats facing businesses and the growing importance of AI governance, data security, and organizational resilience.
Leadership speaker Colonel Garth Massey, Founder of Command Ready and a nationally recognized expert on leadership and organizational culture, delivered a keynote focused on building high-performing teams and strengthening organizational effectiveness.
In addition to educational programming, attendees participated in networking events, recreational tournaments, exhibits, and fundraising activities supporting TACPAC. The annual TACPAC fundraiser featured Texas musician and Texan of the Year, Robert Earl Keen, with opening entertainment provided by Mary Clare Foley.
During the Annual Meeting, Matt Arnold of Knife River Corporation was elected Chairman of the association and will help guide TACA’s strategic priorities during the coming year. As Chairman, Arnold introduced the theme for his term: “Built by Generations. Strengthened for Generations.” The theme reflects the industry's long-standing commitment to serving Texas communities while preparing for the infrastructure, workforce, and economic needs of future generations.
“Everything we build is intended to serve communities for decades to come,” Arnold said. “Our industry has been built by generations of hardworking Texans, and it is our responsibility to ensure the materials, infrastructure, and relationships we build today continue to strengthen Texas for generations to come.”
