# Event Details - **Event Name**: Candid Conversation: Wins and Losses from the Beautiful Game - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 06 Aug, 2026 at 07:30 am – Thu, 06 Aug, 2026 at 09:00 am - **Event Description**: Join us as our panelists examine the question: Was this soccer spectacle worth the investment?About this EventOur panel will take a look at what the World Cup meant for the region long after the final score as we identify the wins and losses for Tarrant County residents.The long-awaited nine matches are projected to bring $1.5 billion and over 100,000 daily visitors to North Texas. But beyond the excitement and global attention, Tarrant officials are now keeping a close eye on the county's transportation, public safety, public health and the experience of local residents. Yet the question will be, was this soccer spectacle worth the investment?Moderator:Eric E. Garcia, senior business reporter, Fort Worth ReportPanelists:Drew Hays, executive director, Fort Worth Sports Commission; vice president of sports, Visit Fort WorthAnette Landeros, chief strategy officer, Trinity MetroMichael E. Nalley, director of hospitality management and professor of practice, University of Texas at ArlingtonJennifer Wichmann, deputy city manager, City of ArlingtonBreakfast and beverages will be served starting at 7:30 a.m. while supplies last, and the discussion will begin promptly at 8 a.m. in the Texas Wesleyan University Martin Ballroom. RSVP today or contact us with any questions.? We’re collecting questions for the panel. Please send yours to hello@fortworthreport.org, and the moderator will select from them.Directions to the Martin Ballroom: Upon entering the Nick and Lou Martin University Center, proceed to the stairs or elevator across the Starbucks Cafe to the second floor. Once on the second floor enter the Martin Ballroom straight across the stairs and elevator. Check in upon arrival. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/79015df0-8eba-11f1-a33a-f7150662a5aa-rimg-w1066-h740-dce8e8e8-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/7919ef00-8eba-11f1-af5a-17ce4ea54341-rimg-w755-h740-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg This event is made possible thanks to our sponsors:Series Silver Sponsor: Real Estate Council of Greater Fort WorthSeries Food Sponsor: North Texas Community FoundationSeries Supporting Sponsors: Mental Health Connection and United Way of Tarrant CountyAs a nonprofit newsroom, the Fort Worth Report relies on community support to keep local journalism thriving. Tickets are $5 for the general public, $2.50 for subscribers and free for current members. A donation ticket is available for any extra donations to help make events like this possible. If you have questions or concerns, email us at hello@fortworthreport.org. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/fort-worth/candid-conversation-wins-and-losses-from-the-beautiful-game/100001990504755306 - **Event Categories**: sports, health-wellness, nonprofit, mental-health - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: all_ages - door_time: 2026-08-06T12:30:00Z - Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes - Location: Texas Wesleyan University Nick and Lou Martin University Center (2nd Floor) - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 7.18, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Fort Worth - **state**: TX - **country**: United States - **location**: Texas Wesleyan University Nick and Lou Martin University Center (2nd Floor) - **lat**: 32.7324173 - **long**: -97.2802074 - **full address**: Texas Wesleyan University Nick and Lou Martin University Center (2nd Floor), 3165 E. Rosedale Street, Fort Worth, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Candid Conversation: Wins and Losses from the Beautiful Game - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/f69145ca390ad00c0510f317f9318216b4ff65dc31d31ee7c53f7f1f790ecc22-rimg-w1200-h675-dc020202-gmir.jpg?v=1780611194 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Candid Conversation: Wins and Losses from the Beautiful Game being held? - **A:** Candid Conversation: Wins and Losses from the Beautiful Game takes place on Thu, 06 Aug, 2026 at 07:30 am to Thu, 06 Aug, 2026 at 09:00 am at Texas Wesleyan University Nick and Lou Martin University Center (2nd Floor), 3165 E. Rosedale Street, Fort Worth, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Candid Conversation: Wins and Losses from the Beautiful Game? - **A:** Candid Conversation: Wins and Losses from the Beautiful Game is organized by Fort Worth Report. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Candid Conversation: Wins and Losses from the Beautiful Game is ideal for sports fans, athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone who loves the thrill of live competitive action and the energy of a crowd. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Fort Worth, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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