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Harrisburg Regional Economic Forecast

Thursday, February 13, 2025 (11:30 AM - 1:30 PM) (EST)

Description

DEADLINE TO REGISTER IS FEBRUARY 6TH

The Harrisburg Regional Economic Forecast is your go-to event for understanding the trends and data shaping our region’s economy in 2025. This annual gathering brings together business leaders, policymakers, and industry experts to explore key economic indicators, discuss emerging opportunities, and prepare for the challenges ahead. Whether you're planning for growth, navigating market changes, or looking to make informed investments, this event offers the insights and connections you need to succeed in the year ahead.

Event Agenda

11:30 a.m. – 11:40 a.m. – Networking & Finding Seats

11:40 a.m. – 11:50 a.m. – Welcome Remarks

11:50 a.m. – 12:25p.m. – Lunch & Networking

12:25 p.m. - 12:40 p.m. - Benchmarking Project Overview

12:40 p.m. - 12:45 p.m. - Introduction of Keynote Speaker

12:45 p.m. – 1:25 p.m. – Economic Outlook with Ryo Tashiro

1:25 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. Closing Remarks

What You'll Get Out of Attending

What You’ll Get Out of Attending

1. Expert Insights for Strategic Planning
Gain valuable knowledge from a leading economist on emerging trends, market shifts, and key factors impacting our region's economy. Attendees will leave with actionable information to help guide business strategies and investments.

2. Data-Driven Predictions
As a Chamber & CREDC that values being data-driven, we’re bringing together the best sources of regional economic data. You’ll receive a detailed analysis of current conditions and what’s forecasted for the future, empowering you to make informed decisions in 2025.

3. Networking with Regional Leaders
Connect with a diverse group of professionals, business owners, and decision-makers. This event is a prime opportunity to build relationships with key players in the Harrisburg region and find potential partners, collaborators, or clients.

4. Competitive Edge in a Changing Landscape
Whether you’re in finance, real estate, manufacturing, or a service industry, staying ahead of economic changes is crucial. This event provides the information and connections you need to anticipate challenges and seize new opportunities.

Meet the Speaker

Ryotaro Tashiro
Outreach Economist and Advisor
Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia

As an outreach economist and advisor, Ryo Tashiro travels across the Third District, speaking to various groups about the economic outlook and the functions of the Federal Reserve. He tries to avoid using economic jargon so that those without economic backgrounds can participate in the conversations.

Ryo views these interactions with the public as two-way streets. Not only does he see the importance of informing the public about what is going on with the economy and at the Fed, Ryo also thinks it is important to hear what individuals across the District are experiencing in the economy.

Many of the research topics Ryo has pursued were inspired by these conversations with the public. Those topics include his two main areas of focus, labor economics and demographics. Prior to joining the Bank in June 2016, Ryo was a business analyst for Bloomberg, where he conducted research on issues related to equity data quality. He has a master’s degree in economics from the University of Michigan–Ann Arbor and a bachelor’s degree in economics from Kenyon College.

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