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Press Release
December 30, 2024
GLOBAL MIDWEST ALLIANCE KICKS OFF 2025 WITH PROGRAM ON U.S. ECONOMIC TRENDS
CHICAGO – Global Midwest Alliance is set to launch its first program of 2025, bringing together industry leaders and experts to discuss the key factors shaping the U.S. economy in the year ahead. Hosted in collaboration with K&L Gates and supported by sponsors including the Association for Manufacturing Technology, the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago, Old National Bank, Polsinelli, and Wipfli, this event is a must-attend for executives and stakeholders seeking insight into the forces influencing economic growth and innovation.
This event will feature a lineup of high-caliber speakers offering diverse perspectives on the evolving economic landscape. David Oppedahl, Policy Advisor at the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago, will deliver the keynote address, offering an expert analysis of key economic sectors and presenting the Federal Reserve's forecast for the year. Joining the discussion will be Chris Chidzik, Principal Economist at the Association for Manufacturing Technology, who will provide a focused look at the manufacturing sector's economic conditions. Additionally, Tom Plodzeen, Senior Vice President of Interest Rate Risk Management at Old National Bank, will address anticipated interest rate movements and their potential impact on various industries.
This program will convene C-suite executives, civic and business leaders, and members of the economic and business development community for a thought-provoking discussion on opportunities and challenges in the current economic climate. Attendees will gain actionable insights into trends and strategies that drive innovation, stimulate growth and enhance global competitiveness.
Don’t miss this opportunity to network with peers, gain valuable economic insights and explore strategies to strengthen your organization’s position in 2025 and beyond.
For more information or to register for the event, visit Global Midwest Alliance.
Global Midwest Alliance is a business-led, region-wide organization dedicated to transforming the Midwest into an internationally-recognized leader in innovation and business growth. The Alliance aligns and integrates resources throughout the Midwest helping businesses to grow by leveraging existing resources to develop new products and find customers throughout the world. The Alliance is the Private Sector Liaison Office for the World Bank and a member of Global CONNECT. Through these and other affiliations, the Alliance facilitates access to global business opportunities for Midwest business through 155 groups in 98 countries around the world. The Alliance offers educational and networking opportunities through a variety of programs and resources designed to promote innovation, technology development and access to global opportunities in the clean technology, energy, food, logistics, manufacturing and water industries. For more information, visit www.globalmidwestalliance.org.
