Categories: Open to the Public, Speakers, Academics, Downtown
Calendars: Miller College of Business, Economics
Start: January 21, 2026 7:30 a.m.
End: January 21, 2026 9:30 a.m.
Register online.
Contact Details
Center for Business and Economic Research
765-285-5926

How are federal policies affecting Indiana manufacturing? What can businesses and households expect in 2026? Get insight into the 30th Annual Indiana Economic Outlook, organized by the Center for Business and Economic Research at Ball State University. 

FEATURED SPEAKERS

  • Scott Buehrer, President, B. Walter & Co. and President, Vigor Therapy Equipment
  • Michael J. Hicks, Director, Center for Business and Economic Research; and George & Frances Ball Distinguished Professor of Economics, Miller College of Business, Ball State University
  • Steven M. Smith, Chief Executive Officer, Mid-West Metal Products Co.

REGISTRATION

Deadline: December 31, 2025
Individual Ticket: ($30 general admission)
Table of 8 ($400 reserved table)
Details & registration: https://bsu.edu/cber/outlook 

All attendees MUST register by Dec. 31, 2025.

No registration or payment will be accepted at the door.
Price includes event seating and a buffet breakfast.

Media: Please contact cber@bsu.edu to make arrangements.