With lingering concerns over future actions by the Federal Reserve Board and the pace of inflation, the first half of 2024 was filled with conflicting trend reports over the state of the economy. Some leading indicators were rising, and others remained mired in decline. The reasonably good financial status of consumers in general and robust business cash balances in many industries kept the downside of the business cycle mild in 2024. But we still need to be prepared for cyclical changes in the future.

Join us for an informative seminar featuring renowned economist Connor Lokar from the Institute for Trend Research (ITR). We'll discuss the trends for 2025 and 2026, including the onset of recovery in the industrial economy and a faster rate of rise in most of the service sector.

Lokar will look at key markets domestically and globally and their expected impact on attendees. Specific action items pertinent to the macro and industry-specific outlook are important parts of the discussion as businesses prepare to enhance profitability and prepare for the rest of the decade.

Sign up today to gain valuable insights into the economic landscape and put the future in focus!

Upon completion of this program, participants will be able to:

• Assess business demand for 2024 and into 2025.
• Evaluate the labor market and present expectations for availability and labor costs.
• Describe a clear picture of inflation and interest rates.
• Discuss lingering supply chain issues and ongoing pricing concerns.
• Analyze key leading indicators from ITR Economics and describe what they foretell for markets.
• Appraise relevant market outlooks and discuss issues impacting profitability via resource allocation, budgets, expectations, and strategic planning.
• Describe the potential impact of a shift in government from the midterm elections and the potential consequences of government programs.
• Assess the health of financial market trends and their impact, if any, on the forecasts.

VIRTUAL REGISTRATION

To virtually attend this seminar, please register through our Virtual Registration Page.

Virtual attendees are not eligible for CPE credits. CPE credits are reserved for in-person attendees only.

ABOUT OUR KEYNOTE

CONNOR LOKAR, SENIOR FORECASTER, ITR ECONOMICS

Few economists present their insights with the authority, accuracy, and humor that Connor Lokar brings to the stage. From the intimate executive retreat to the standing room-only keynote, he delivers practical economic intelligence with charm and candor.

Connor has been giving economic keynotes, workshops, and webinars across North America since he joined ITR Economics in 2014. With his quick wit and knack for storytelling, he successfully educates his audiences while simultaneously captivating them. Thousands of business leaders have enjoyed his dynamic approach; Connor emphasizes the applicability of economic intelligence and calls his audience to action.

When not on stage, Connor contributes his economic expertise in the role of trusted advisor, consulting directly with management teams of firms large and small. ITR’s clients meet with Connor at critical planning junctures to ensure that their strategic plans, goals, and internal initiatives are in alignment with their tailored forecasts. As ITR Economics’ senior forecaster, Connor has a particularly keen understanding of how forecasts are derived. The resulting insights enable clients to make the most of their economic outlooks.

Connor specializes in construction and industrial markets but consults and presents to businesses across all industries, helping them grow revenue and remain profitable through an everchanging business cycle.

CPE INFORMATION

The seminar has been thoughtfully developed to meet the requirements for CPE credit eligibility. While attendees can access the content on-demand after the event, they must attend in person to receive the CPE credit.

CPE Credit: Up to 2 credits in the Specialized Knowledge of study may be awarded upon verification of participant attendance, pending approval.

Audience: Executives

Program Level: Basic

Delivery Method: Group Live

Prerequisites: None

Advanced preparation: None

Refunds and Cancellations: No fee is associated with this program. To cancel your registration, follow the instructions provided by Eventbrite. Certificates of completion will be emailed within 15 business days following the event.

OUR SPONSORS

This event is sponsored by The MJ Companies, MJ Retirement, and Forvis Mazars, LLP.