
Learn First-Hand What’s Driving the NWI Economy
How will the business landscape evolve in 2026? Join the Northwest Indiana Business RoundTable (NWIBRT) and the Construction Advancement Foundation (CAF) for the 2026 Business & Economic Outlook—an essential briefing for local industry leaders.
Why Attend?
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Industry Insights: Hear from key decision-makers in government and business.
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Expert Forecasts: Understand the trends influencing regional growth and development.
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The Big Picture: Receive a detailed economic analysis of both the NWI region and the U.S. at large.
Stay informed, stay connected, and prepare your business for the opportunities of tomorrow.
Friday, October 30th, 2026
Registration/Continental Breakfast: 7:30AM
Presentations: 8AM – 12PM
Ivy Tech Community College 3100 Ivy Tech Dr., Valparaiso, IN
This is a free event for NWIBRT members.
Emcee:
Don Babcock – Purdue University Northwest
2025’s SPEAKERS:

President & CEO, Northwest Indiana Regional Development Authority

Director of Education, Chicago Quantum Exchange

Director of Transportation, Northwestern Indiana Regional Planning Commission

Director of the Center for Economic Education and Research. Indiana University Northwest

Director, Porter County Career and Technical Education

Chief Fiduciary Officer, Harbour Trust and Investment Management Company

Mayor, City of Gary


