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January 12, 2026

The NC Chamber and the North Carolina Bankers Association proudly present the 24th Annual Economic Forecast Forum, a gathering of our state’s most influential leaders, to discuss how we can continue to lead in job retention, job creation, and quality of life.

Convene with industry leaders and key stakeholders from across North Carolina to network and gain unparalleled insights into the year’s economic trends.

Agenda

Monday, January 12
10:30 amRegistration and Networking
11:45 amCall to Order and Welcome
12:15 pmFireside Chat
  • Patrick McHenry, Former U.S. Representative of North Carolina
  • Moderator: Tim Boyum, “Capital Tonight” Host, Spectrum News
12:45 pmFireside Chat
  • Tom Barkin, President and Chief Executive Officer, Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond
  • Moderator: Jim Hansen, Regional President, Southeast Territory Executive, PNC Bank
1:15 pmEconomic Forecast Panel Discussion
  • Dr. Eugene Flood, Jr., Managing Member, Flood Mason Holdings
  • Brad Jones, Executive Vice President of Carolinas Commercial Banking, First National Bank
  • Mitch Perry, Chief Financial Officer, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
  • Moderator: Steve Daniels, ABC 11 WTVD
2:00 pmClosing Remarks