Spring Economic Briefing
You are invited to attend the Spring Economic Briefing hosted by the
the Greater La Porte Chamber of Commerce, the Michigan City Area Chamber of Commerce and Purdue University North Central on Tuesday, April 7, 2015.
Welcome and Introduction: Cynthia Roberts, Dean, College of Business, Purdue University North Central
Economic Outlook – Derek Bjonback, Associate Professor of Economics, Purdue University North Central
- Recent trends and forecasts for national economic growth for 2015-2016, indicators of interest to La Porte County
- La Porte County trends 2009 to present – employment and income change by sector (agriculture, construction, manufacturing, trade, health care, tourism and recreation)
- Compare La Porte County employment and income trends to Indiana and nation.
Update on Agriculture
Labor Trends, La Porte County and Region – Anthony Sindone, Continuing Lecturer of Economics, Purdue University North Central
- Labor Market conditions for La Porte County and the region
- Workforce composition and industry demands
- Summary of initiatives that are working to overcome workforce challenges
Concluding Comments and Announcements: Cynthia Roberts, Dean, College of Business, Purdue University North Central
Questions and Answers – Open Discussion
Continental breakfast and refreshments included.
Date and Time
Tuesday Apr 7, 2015
7:30 AM - 9:00 AM CDT
April 7, 2015
7:30-9:00 a.m.
Location
PNC
LSF Room 144
Fees/Admission
Members $15.00
Non-Members $20.00
Printed courtesy of www.laportepartnership.com/ – Contact the La Porte Economic Advancement Partnership for more information.
605 Michigan Ave, La Porte, IN 46350 – (219) 324-8584 – miker@laportepartnership.com