Convener Breakfast: Economic Forum

Description

The Convener Breakfast is an exclusive, invitation-only economic forum hosted by the Peoria Area Chamber of Commerce for executives at the Champion, Catalyst, and Convener membership levels.

This intimate gathering is designed to connect national economic trends to the regional realities shaping our community and to spark the kind of candid, meaningful dialogue that only happens when the right people are in the right room.

This year's featured speaker is Dr. Michael J. Hicks, Director and George & Frances Ball Distinguished Professor of Economics at Ball State University's Center for Business & Economic Research. Dr. Hicks will present a current economic outlook before leading a moderated discussion on the forces driving regional prosperity, including workforce trends, quality of place, Illinois tax policy, tariffs, and the economic implications of AI and data infrastructure.

Program Schedule
7:30 AM: Doors Open
8:00 AM: Keynote Presentation
8:30 AM: Moderated Discussion and Q&A
9:00 AM: Event Concludes