The Fargo Moorhead West Fargo regional economy is by all accounts an American success story. Economic diversity, population growth, and business friendly policies are just a few of the factors that have led to prosperity.

Each year, The Chamber assembles a group of national and local economic thought-leaders to take the pulse of the Fargo Moorhead regional economy. Speakers review local, national and international economic trends, and outline the competitive advantages that will keep our region strong.

Economic Outlook: Keeping a Competitive Edge
8 to 9:45 a.m.; Tuesday, February 28, 2012
Holiday Inn of Fargo

On February 28, we’ll hear from Stephen Moore, lead economist for The Wall Street Journal. Moore has been studying the state of North Dakota’s unique economic position and its chapter in America’s energy story. [Read How North Dakota Became Saudi Arabia]

Expanding on the energy sector, Panelist Robert Benson, president and CEO of the North American Coal Corporation, will discuss the local impact of the energy industry and the economic opportunities it presents. As leading economic sectors, agriculture is number one in North Dakota and manufacturing tops the list in Minnesota.

Peter Christianson, president and chief operating officer of Titan Machinery, will share a perspective that covers both. A strong economy isn’t possible without the foundation of a strong transportation infrastructure.

We’ll hear from Shawn Dobberstein, Executive Director of the Hector International Municipal Airport Authority, about the positive economic impact of robust and diversified air service and the future of Fargo’s Air National Guard base.

Last year, keynoter Joel Kotkin praised the area for economic progress and competitiveness.

Tickets for the Economic Outlook Forum are $35 for pre-registered Chamber members and $45 at the door. General admission tickets are $50. (Includes Breakfast) Reserve your seat at FMWFChamber.com or call 218.233.1100.

Thank you Cass Country Electric Cooperative for your long-standing sponsorship of The Chamber’s Economic Outlook Forum.

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