Roberto Treviño, P.E.

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Executive Director at Harris County Toll Road Authority

Houston, Texas, United States

Overview

Roberto Treviño is the Executive Director of the Harris County Toll Road Authority, overseeing assets totaling $4. 7 billion. A licensed Professional Engineer with a degree from Texas A&M University-Kingsville, he has managed major infrastructure projects, including the $1 billion Sam Houston Ship Channel Bridge and the Hardy Downtown Connector, shaping regional mobility.

Outside of his official duties, Roberto is passionate about fostering the next generation of engineers, demonstrated by his active participation in events for organizations like the American Society of Indian Engineers (ASIE) that raise scholarship funds. He is also focused on community well-being through improved, equitable transportation access.

He spearheaded the innovative "Tollways to Trailways" initiative, a plan to develop hundreds of miles of trails adjacent to the countys toll road system.

Personality Overview

Unexpressive

Overcautious

Late Adopter

They are heavily focused on quality and prefer doing things the right way, even if it takes time.  The only way to convince them is by showing them examples and ample proof. They do not like taking risks at all and go for proven options in the end.

Topics They Care About

Large-Scale Infrastructure
He is responsible for massive capital projects, including the $1 billion Sam Houston Ship Channel Bridge and the multi-year Hardy Downtown Connector.
Regional Mobility
His work focuses on creating diverse and efficient connectivity across the region, including inter-agency agreements and long-term corridor planning.
Transportation Innovation
He champions creative solutions that benefit the community, such as the "Tollways to Trailways" project which repurposes land for public recreational use.

Media Appearances

Metro VP Trevino tapped to lead Harris County Toll Road Authority. Featured in Houston Chronicle

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Metro VP Trevino tapped to lead Harris County Toll Road Authority. Featured in Houston Chronicle

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Work History

1-2021
Executive Director at Harris County Toll Road Authority
2-2014 - 12-2020
Executive Vice President, Planning, Engineering, & Construction at Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County
5-2010 - 1-2014
Vice President, Engineering & Construction at Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County
5-2007 - 5-2010
Program Manager, Green Light Rail, Purple/Downtown Line, and Service & Inspection Facility at Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County
5-2004 - 5-2007
Senior Resident Engineer at Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County

Education

Bachelor of Science - BS from Texas A&M University-Kingsville

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Insights For Selling To Roberto

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Ask them which other stakeholders would be important for this purchase decision
  • Expect them to be vague in response to your questions, ask firmly and pointedly
  • Be firm in your communication and stay in control

DONT's

  • Don't push them too hard to make fast decisions, give them time
  • Don't use phrases like 'do not worry', 'i promise' etc.
  • Don't rely on relationship building even if they act pleasantly

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Roberto is

  • Proof of usage by others in the industry, case studies showing ROI are likely to work the best with them.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Roberto

  • They are unlikely to say no, it's better to stop yourself once you have exhausted all the options.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Roberto move?

  • They are some of the slowest movers and take their time reaching decisions.
  • Can Roberto take some risk or not?

  • They have very low acceptance of risk even if they do not say it directly.

You And Roberto

Personality Compatibility


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