Learn about the current and future initiatives of the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT). Alicia Taliaferro will talk about the 2011-2015 strategic plan and how it will affect your business. Attendees will be asked to give feedback, offer suggestions and tell us how transportation affects their business.

Hosted by:

Austin Asian American Chamber of Commerce & Texas Asian Chamber of Commerce

Event Speaker

Alicia Taliaferro is a Business Development Specialist for the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), where she serves as chief liaison for chambers of commerce and economic development entities throughout the State of Texas. Alicia works on behalf of TxDOT with the Office of the Governor Economic Development & Tourism, on transportation issues to promote and attract domestic expansion and recruitment of business in Texas.

Her background includes twenty-seven years in sales and marketing in the private sector, with employers, Morgan-Stanley, Xerox Corporation, and Southwestern Bell.

Throughout her professional career Alicia found time to give back to the Austin community, serving on volunteer boards, such as Austin-Area Urban League, Habitat for Humanity, and the City of Austin- Human Rights Commission. Alicia’s passion is working with diverse groups building consensus and advocating for the common good.

A native Austinite, Alicia graduated from the University of Texas, School of Business, and later returned to serve as Treasurer of Texas Exes-Alumni Association, where she is a lifetime member.

In her spare time, Alicia enjoys reading, watching drama flicks, and spending time with her family.

Event Details:

Date: Thursday, January 26
Time: 11:30-1
Location: 3432 Greystone Dr. Suite 202, Austin, TX 78731
Cost: Free
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