For a glimpse into the region’s economic future, business leaders are turning to Wichita State University’s W. Frank Barton School of Business, the Center for Economic Development and Business Research (CEDBR), and the Pittsburg Area Chamber of Commerce, founders Pittsburg Area Economic Outlook Conference. The purpose of the conference is to provide insight into current local and national economies, addressing topics of interest to the community, region and state. A combination of state and local experts will be on hand to provide perspectives on issues affecting business, industry, education and government.
Event Agenda:
| 11:30 am | Lunch Served/Registration |
| 11:40 am | Welcoming Remarks (Moderator): Dr. Paul Grimes, Dean Gladys A. Kelce College of Business, Pittsburg State University |
| 11:50 am | State Outlook: Jeremy Hill, Director Center for Economic Development and Business Research W. Frank Barton School of Business, Wichita State University |
| 12:20 pm | Real Estate Outlook: Dr. Stan Longhofer, Director Center for Real Estate W. Frank Barton School of Business, Wichita State University |
| 12:50 pm | Local Outlook: Dr. Michael Davidsson, Assistant Professor Gladys A. Kelce College of Business, Pittsburg State University |
| 1:15 pm | Panel Discussion: 1. Dr. Michael Davidsson 2. Becky Gray, Director of Community Development & Housing, City of Pittsburg, KS 3. Todd Allison, CEO, Progressive Products |
| 1:55 pm | Closing Remarks / Adjournment |