This event is made possible through our sponsor RSM.

Join RSM’s Chief Economist for an exclusive State of the Economy Update designed for senior financial leaders. This session will provide forward-looking insights into key economic trends shaping the market, including inflation, interest rates, labor dynamics, and global supply chain pressures. Attendees will gain actionable perspectives on how these factors impact strategic planning, capital allocation, and risk management for 2026 and beyond.

Key Takeaways

• Understand current macroeconomic conditions and their implications for CFO decision-making.
• Explore forecasts for growth, interest rates, and regulatory developments.
• Identify opportunities and risks to optimize financial strategies in a volatile environment.
• This interactive briefing will equip CFOs with the knowledge to navigate uncertainty and lead with confidence in today’s dynamic economic landscape.

Why Attend

As markets become increasingly complex, financial leaders need clear, credible insights to make informed decisions. This session delivers a data-driven view of the U.S. economy, highlighting the trends most likely to influence your organization’s performance in 2026. You’ll walk away with actionable intelligence to support budgeting, forecasting, capital planning, and risk management—directly from one of the industry’s most respected economic voices.

If you’re preparing your organization for uncertainty while pursuing strategic growth, this briefing offers essential guidance.

Who Should Attend

This program is tailored for senior financial decision-makers, including:

• Chief Financial Officers (CFOs)
• Vice Presidents and Directors of Finance
• Controllers
• Corporate strategy leaders
• Business owners and executives responsible for planning, forecasting, or risk assessment
• Anyone seeking expert economic insight to guide 2026 planning and long-term strategy will benefit from this session.

Speaker

Joe Brusuelas, Principal and Chief Economist, RSM US LLP

Joe Brusuelas is a nationally recognized economist with over 20 years of experience analyzing U.S. monetary policy, labor markets, fiscal policy, and global economic trends. As RSM’s Chief Economist, Joe provides forward-looking insights to help middle market leaders anticipate and navigate economic challenges. He co-designed the RSM Middle Market Business Index and leads the firm’s Industry Eminence Program. A frequent contributor to major financial media outlets—including Bloomberg, CNBC, and The Wall Street Journal—Joe regularly briefs policymakers and executives on economic conditions shaping business strategy.

Venue: 

Pittsburgh Technology Council, Resource Room, 100 S Commons Ste 172, Pittsburgh, PA, 15212.

Agenda:

8:30 – 9:00 AM: Registration and Networking
9:00 AM: Welcome and Introductions
9:15 – 10:15 AM: Presentation and Discussion
10:15 – 11:00 AM: Networking

Thank you to our sponsor RSM!

If you are not a member and you are interested in membership, please contact Brooke Wozniak, Membership Development Manager, for more information.

Registration & Payment Policy:

Online Registration will close 1 days prior to event. Pre-Registration is always requested, when possible, so that we may best plan for your arrival. Walk-in registrants, when accepted, must pay onsite with a credit card or check to obtain entry to the event, no exceptions. Refunds requested less than 3 business days prior to the event will not be granted. Substitutions are welcome.

Questions:

For Content or Programming Questions: Monica Takacs, Senior Director of Industry Networks, mtakacs@pghtech.org
For Registration Questions: Lauren Lowen, Event Coordinator, llowen@pghtech.org
For Sponsorship Questions: Ashley Steckel, Vice President of Business Development, asteckel@pghtech.org
For Membership Questions: Brooke Wozniak, Membership Development Manager, bwozniak@pghtech.org