Council on State Taxation (COST) 57th Annual Meeting

Hyatt Regency

San Antonio Riverwalk Hotel
San Antonio, TX

Join state tax and government affairs professionals from across the country at COST's 57th Annual Meeting in San Antonio, Texas. This three-and-a-half-day conference features an extensive program covering all types of state and local taxes, including audit sessions, state chamber of commerce roundtables, timely SALT issues, and insight into state tax trends and opportunities. Designed for professionals across all SALT disciplines and experience levels, the meeting provides valuable opportunities to learn from industry leaders and connect with peers from across the country.

Be sure to join us as we cover these topics below.

Credits & Incentives – What Does the Future Hold for Them? – September 24, 2026, From 8:05 – 9:00 A.M. CT

This session will cover state tax credit and incentive programs and efforts by some states to expand or restrict them, including incentives related to data centers and other economic development initiatives. Attendees will gain better insight into what may be in store for these credits and incentives and the trends shaping their future.

Speaker

Melinda Young headshot

Melinda Young

Tax Credits & Incentives Advisory

Director, Cherry Bekaert Advisory LLC