TEXPERS is proud to welcome Bernstein Litowitz Berger & Grossman LLP (BLBG) as the official sponsor of this year’s Fiduciary Fizz Mocktail, the signature drink of the 2025 Summer Educational Forum’s Networking Welcome Reception on Sunday, Aug. 3, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. in the Paso Del Norte Lobby of the El Paso Convention Center.

Event Location:
El Paso Convention Center (Judson F. Williams Convention Center)
One Civic Center Plaza, El Paso, Texas 79901

As trustees, administrators, and industry professionals gather to kick off the Forum, they’ll raise a glass of something a little different—a vibrant blueberry mocktail that reflects the values at the heart of public pension governance.

What’s in the Fizz?

The Fiduciary Fizz is a refreshing, non-alcoholic beverage crafted to symbolize the essence of ethical leadership and responsible investing. The ingredients are simple but meaningful:

• Fresh blueberries – representing clarity and diligence
• Lemon juice – bringing balance and brightness
• Simple syrup – adding just the right amount of sweetness
• Club soda – for transparency and fizz

Each drink is garnished with a lemon twist and whole blueberries, delivering a deep berry color, crisp flavor, and uplifting citrus sparkle—perfect for toasting with purpose.

A Sip with Significance

Attendees will enjoy their mocktail in a commemorative 16-oz. cup featuring the Bernstein Litowitz Berger & Grossman LLP logo and the name of the drink on one side. On the other: the phrase “In Service to the Future”—a fitting message for those entrusted with the stewardship of public funds.

More to Explore at the Welcome Reception

Along with the Fiduciary Fizz, the Welcome Reception will feature:

• Light hors d’oeuvres

• Exhibitor booths open for early networking

• A special Kendra Scott jewelry show and sale, including a make-your-own jewelry bar with exclusive designs and first responder color themes

Gratitude for Our Sponsor

“The Fiduciary Fizz is more than just a mocktail—it’s a flavorful representation of the values we uphold as trustees and administrators,” said Art Alfaro, Executive Director of TEXPERS. “We appreciate Bernstein Litowitz Berger & Grossman LLP for supporting this experience and helping us kick off the Forum with both integrity and style.”

Join us on Aug. 3 to raise a glass of Fiduciary Fizz and toast to the future of public pensions—rooted in trust, ethics, and a whole lot of flavor.