2026 Economic Outlook Luncheon

Registration & Sponsorships OPEN!

Join us at Faranda’s for our annual Economic Outlook Luncheon!

Prepare and plan for the year ahead with reliable data and the latest economic trends for 2026. Relevant information for all businesses, organizations, and community leaders! Buffet lunch provided.

DCEDC is excited to welcome back Dr. Kristen Broady for our 2026 event! Dr. Broady is a senior economist, economic advisor, and director of the Economic Mobility Project at the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago.

Registration and Sponsorship closes Wednesday, March 18. Please contact Jessi at larue@dcedc.org with any questions or for registration assistance.

Thank you to Our Sponsors:

Platinum

Silver

Bronze

Tentative Event Schedule:

11:00 AM: Networking & Buffet Lunch Served

12:00 PM: Presentation

• Opening Remarks
• Keynote Speaker: Kristen Broady, Ph.D., Sr. Economist, The Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago

12:45 PM: Speaker Question & Answer Session

12:55 PM: Closing Remarks

Sponsorship levels for this event:

Platinum Sponsor – $5,000
Exclusive branding as the Event’s Presenting Sponsor
Company logo on all event materials, digital promotions, and press releases
Dedicated social media recognition before and after the event
VIP seating for 6 guests

Gold Sponsor – $2,500
Recognition as a key event sponsor
Company logo on all event materials and digital promotions
Social media recognition before and after the event
Reserved seating for 4 guests

Silver Sponsor – $1,000
Company logo on all event materials and social media
Social media recognition before and after the event
Reserved seating for 2 guests

Bronze Sponsor – $500
Company logo on all event materials and social media
Social media recognition after the event
Reserved seating for 1 guest