2026 WBJ Economic Forecast Forum

Join us for this annual breakfast forum for an in-depth look at today’s economic landscape and what lies ahead. Gain timely insights and practical forecasts about the future of our regional economy to help your business navigate change and plan for growth.

Keynote Economist: Shruti Mishra, US Economist, Bank of America

Will help us navigate the intricate web of economic trends, dig into current national and regional data and give a broad overview of a number of economic indicators, including interest rates, inflation and where our economy is heading in 2026.

Panel Discussions:

Our panel of local business leaders will provide thoughts on the region’s economic climate as well as share their industry-specific viewpoints on the trends shaping their business environment, current challenges and how they’ve navigated economic shifts and the emerging opportunities that will help propel their growth.

Our panel of real estate and development leaders will feature an in-depth discussion on the region’s real estate landscape. This panel will explore the market forces fueling growth, the area’s unique competitive advantages, and the challenges and dynamics of navigating this evolving real estate market.

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain exclusive insights and network with industry leaders!

Timeline:

7:15 - 8:00AM - Buffet Breakfast/Networking

8:00 - 8:15AM - Welcome Remarks

8:15 - 8:45AM - Keynote Presentation

9:00 - 10:00AM - Panel Discussion I

10:15 - 11:15AM - Panel Discussion II

11:30AM - Closing Remarks

Stay tuned - more event details and panelists coming soon!

For further event questions, contact Kris Prosser, [email protected].

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