Date set for Michigan Economic Forecast Forum

The Michigan Bankers Association (MBA) and the Michigan Chamber Foundation have announced the first business outlook of Michigan's economic future for 2020. On January 9 at the Kellogg Center, in East Lansing, economic experts will delve into the future of Michigan's economy and its potential impact on businesses and communities across the state.

"As business leaders, we all have a stake in the growth of the local and state economy" stated T. Rann Paynter, president and CEO of the MBA. "When attending the Michigan Economic Forecast Forum, you will leave with a broader and clearer understanding of Michigan's economic outlook and that's what every business leader needs to spark new economic growth in our communities and across our great state."

The Annual Michigan Economic Forecast Forum features economic experts sharing valuable information for both bankers and business leaders about current events and the future of our region's economy. The forum will include keynote speakers:

- Martin Lavelle, business economist, Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago-Detroit Branch.

- Rachael Eubanks, state treasurer of Michigan.

- Jeff Guilfoyle, chief deputy treasurer.

"Michigan job providers play a critical role helping guide our state to a strong and healthy economic future," said Michigan Chamber President & CEO Rich Studley. "This high-level event helps set the stage for continued growth and economic prosperity by providing the state's top business and banking leaders with a first look at the future of our region's economy in 2020 and beyond."

The Michigan Bankers Association and the Michigan Chamber Foundation are two state-wide trade associations representing the banking and business industries. The Michigan Chamber is the unified voice of approximately 6,000 member employers, trade associations and local chambers of commerce of every size and type in all 83 counties of the state, representing over one million employees. The Michigan Bankers Association represents more than 2,300 branches located throughout the state with combined assets of over $150 billion. Together, they work to provide a positive environment for Michigan businesses, promote strong communities and a vibrant Michigan economy.

For additional information on the forum, contact Stephanie Fisher, MBA at 517-342-9057, or Bob Thomas, Michigan Chamber Foundation, at 517-371-7639. Register online at mibankers.com.

Published: Wed, Dec 11, 2019