Economic Outlook Forum 2017

In January, the Bismarck Mandan Chamber distributed a survey for the 7^th year to gauge business performance in the Bismarck-Mandan area and national level. Join us again for the 2017 Economic Outlook Forum on Thursday, March 16^th at the Ramkota Hotel to find out what factors are influencing the local and the national economy. This half day presentation will feature a large panel of professionals, in a variety of different industries that will inform us on the current community.

Find out what our community business leaders are saying about the topics covered in our survey: 2016 performance, anticipated performance of 2017 and reasons attributed for successes and challenges for our local businesses. Some of the key economic indicators:

• Technology changes
• Local finances
• Staffing issues
• Housing market
• State and federal government regulations

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to hear from experts in their industries, listen to a variety of panelists and see the valuable survey data first hand.

Cost to attend the Economic Outlook is $35 for members; $40 day of the event. $40 for non-members; $45 day of the event for non-members. If you are interested in having a table sponsorship contact Amanda or David at aschwieters@bismancc.com, dleingang@bismancc.com or call 223-5660 to find out more details. You can register online at above.

2017 Economic Outlook Forum Agenda
7:00am - 7:45am        Registration and Breakfast
7:45am - 8:00am        Keynote Speaker
8:00am - 8:30am        Legislative Panel Discussion on Real Estate
8:30am - 8:45am        Break
8:45am - 9:40am        Industry Panel Discussion
9:40am - 9:50am        Break
9:50am - 10:45am      Release of Economic Outlook Survey Results
10:45am - 11:00am    Break
11:00am - 11:30am    Keynote Speaker