Midwest Economic Forecast Forum


Virtual Learning  
Wednesday, January 14, 2026 11:00 AM - 12:45 PM   iCalendar Central Standard Time

Prepare for 2026 by joining an economic discussion with Federal Reserve Bank President Neel Kashkari. Time will be allowed for open Q&A during this virtual event. 

Bankers are encouraged to invite their business clients and local community leaders to tune in to these economic insights together. Individual or group registration rates are available.

Virtual Forum Agenda

11:00 - 11:45 a.m. CT

An Economic Discussion with Federal Reserve Bank President Neel Kashkari
Time will be allotted for open Q&A.

11:50 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.

U.S.A. & Global Economic Outlook for 2026 & Beyond - Dr. Dave Kohl
What are the economic realities that we can expect from the global and domestic sanctions, tariffs and trade strategies that are intertwined with geopolitical and military uncertainty? This uncertainty impacts your customers’ revenue and cost strategies.  How is the global order shifting and what sectors of the economy will it impact?

The cast of three characters in the U.S.A economy: ALICE, HENRY, and HERMAN will determine if smooth sailing or economic white waters are in store at the quarter century mark.  Interest rates, real estate, the stock market direction and debt are impacted by all these variables which impact the economic cycle.  What are the lead and lag economic indicators telling us about the future of the economy, and how can businesses, banks, and producers strategically position themselves to navigate and even capitalize on the volatility and uncertainty ahead? Dr. Kohl will present a high energy session that you and your team will not want to miss!   

Who Should Attend?
Community leaders with an interest in the economic and business environment will find value in hearing from our distinguished guest speaker. Bankers are encouraged to invite their business customers to attend as a part of the bank's group of attendees. Group pricing is also available. 

Registration Information
Registration is available individually or as a group. Take advantage of our group pricing to invite additional staff, business customers, and other community leaders to join you!

  • Individual Registration - $59/connection
  • Group Registration - up to 5 virtual connections - $199/group

Registration for livestream access provides one connection for the individual who is registered. Additional attendees from the bank who also would like to attend and receive materials should register separately.

Register Here

Virtual Learning