COO Forum Presenter Series: Four Drivers of the 2026 Economy: Inflation, Trade, Politics and Workforce - Fri, Mar 6 at 10:30 am ET

​Please invite your CEO and CFO to attend.

​The economy is moving fast - and so are the challenges facing business leaders. From persistent inflation and Fed policy shifts, to the renewed focus on trade and tariffs, to the uncertainty of an election year, 2026 is shaping up to be anything but predictable. On top of that, workforce shortages continue to build as we near a demographic cliff that’s been decades in the making.

​Join economist Chris Kuehl for a clear, candid look at what’s actually driving economic conditions, what signals matter most, and how these forces may impact your organization in the months ahead. This session cuts through the noise to highlight the trends leaders need to watch - and why.

​Key takeaways:

• ​Nature of inflation threat and likely reactions

• ​Status of tariff and trade policy

• ​Likely impact of the election year

• ​Discussion of options to address workforce crisis

​​Bio: Chris is a Managing Director of Armada Corporate Intelligence. He provides forecasts and strategic guidance for a wide variety of corporate clients around the world. He is the economist for several national and international organizations – Fabricators and Manufacturers Association, American Supply Association, Chemical Coaters Association International, and others. He is also the economic analyst for several state accounting societies including Missouri, Kentucky, Tennessee, Oklahoma, Minnesota, North Dakota, and Kansas.