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Join us for the 2026 Economic Outlook Conference on February 3rd at the Central Bank Center to discuss the economic trends shaping our world. More details and registration will be coming soon!

Whether you are a business leader, policymaker, academic, or simply want to better understand Kentucky’s economy, this conference provides an opportunity to hear unique perspectives and participate in insightful discussions.

Last Year's Agenda 2026 Agenda Coming Soon!

TimeEventSpeaker(s)
8:00 AM

Registration and Continental Breakfast

8:30 AMWelcome and IntroductionsDr. Simon Sheather, Dean, Gatton College of Business & Economics, University of Kentucky
Dr. Kenneth Troske, Richard W. and Janis H. Furst Endowed Chair of Economics, Gatton College of Business & Economics, University of Kentucky
8:50 AM“A View from the Federal Reserve”Beth Hammack, President, Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland, OH
 
9:30 AM“Kentucky's Economic Outlook 2025”Dr. Michael Clark, Director of the Center of Business and Economic Research, Gatton College of Business and Economics, University of Kentucky
10:00 AM

Break

10:20 AM“Price Dynamics in the Bourbon and Scotch Markets”Dr. Kenneth Troske, Richard W. and Janis H. Furst Endowed Chair of Economics, Gatton College of Business and Economics, University of Kentucky
10:50 AM“Bluegrass Area Housing Market”Richard Gibbens, CEO Bluegrass REALTORS, Lexington, Kentucky
11:30 AM

Q & A Speaker Panel

12:00 PM

Adjourn

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