THEME: “Half Full: Turning RIM Challenges Into Strategic Wins”

You’re invited to an inspiring and informative professional development seminar designed to empower Records and Information Managers (RIM) with practical insights, strategic tools, and forward-looking perspectives.

People often debate whether the glass is half empty (pessimistic) or half full (optimistic). The saying “the glass is refillable” moves beyond both views. It means:

You are not limited to the situation as it appears. You have the power to change it.

What You’ll Learn:

• How RIM professionals can strengthen their organizational impact
• Tools to align your RIM program with information security
• Practical approaches to RIM challenges
• What new opportunities can be your strategic win

Save the Date: February 6, 2026

Location: LCRA Redbud Center, 3601 Lake Austin Blvd, Austin, TX 78703

Sessions:

• Becoming A RIM Influencer (The Key to Becoming a Change Agent
• Making the Connection: Aligning Information Security and Records Management
• Friend, Foe, or Frenemy? AI’s Role in the Records Management Revolution
• Challenge Accepted: Email management

In-Person:

Check-in and Networking - 8:30 am

Opening Remarks at 9:00 am

Virtual:

Virtual Lobby Opens - 8:30 am CST

Opening Remarks at 9:00 am CST

Schedule:

ATX ARMA 2026 Seminar Schedule.pdf

Thank you to our business partners!

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Speaker Bios:

DEBORAH ROBBINS, CRM

Deborah has over twenty years of experience in the Records and Information Governance field, in city, county, and federal government, legal, finance, education, and private sectors. She has been involved in ARMA leadership boards, is the leader of a CRA/CRM Study Group, and instructor for Feith’s Records Management University. Deborah has served as a speaker on topics such as data mapping, gaining compliance with RIM, change management, professional development, and business continuity and disaster recovery."

RJ MAURO, MLIS, IGP

RJ is the Team Lead for Enterprise Content and Records Management at Valero and has experience across local government and the energy sector, leading projects in electronic records management, digitization, training, and information security. An active ARMA member and director on the ARMA International Board, she also teaches Records and Information Management at the University of Denver. Outside of work, RJ loves family road trips and exploring national parks.

RYAN ZILM, CEDS, CRM, CIP, IGP, FAI 

Ryan has been an active contributor to the Information Management and Technology profession for more than 29 years and is currently the Director of Information Governance & Privacy for SJW Group, a privately-held water utility company. He received his MBA from the U. of Texas at San Antonio, has a BA in Administrative Leadership from the U. of Oklahoma, has multiple industry-related certifications, and has participated in developing many foundational resources supporting associated information-related communities. Ryan has also served as Past President of the ARMA International Board of Directors, was the ICRMs Mentor of the Year in 2024, and was inducted into the ARMA Company of Fellows in October 2022.

TRISTA EVANS, CRM, MLIS

Trista joined the City of Pflugerville in 2017 and was appointed to City Secretary in 2021. She holds a Master of Library and Information Science degree from the University of North Texas, is a certified Texas Municipal Clerk, and a Certified Records Manager.

Continuing Education Credit:

IGP - 4 Gen-CEU credits: Pending approval

CRM/CRA - 4 CMPs:  Pending approval

Approval codes will be sent to attendees after the event.

Parking Information:

For in person attendees, we will meet at the LCRA Redbud Center, 3601 Lake Austin Blvd,  Austin, TX 78703. Visitor parking is in the Orange Area on the map below, ajacent to the Redbud Center Building. Parking is free.

Virtual Attendance Information:

The link to the virtual seminar will be sent out via email to virtual attendees. Please reach out to AustinARMAChapter@gmail.com if you registered for virtual attendance and did not receive the email with the link.