2026 Economic Summit
The Economic Summit provides a current snapshot and forecast of the year ahead for the local, regional, and national economy, including insight into the economic trends impacting businesses in the Rochester region. Join us for this premier event on Tuesday, February 3, 2026 to learn from industry leaders and our keynote speaker.
AGENDA
7:00am | Registration & Breakfast
7:30am | Welcome
7:35am | Small Business & Entrepreneur Panel Discussion (additional panelists TBA)
Moderator - Ryan Parsons, President, Rochester Area Chamber of Commerce
9:30am | Business Outlook Survey Results Presentation
- Aiden Opatz, Community Economics Educator, University of Minnesota Extension
10:00am | State Demographer Forecast
- Susan Brower, Minnesota State Demographer
10:30am | Keynote Speaker TBA
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Date and Time
Tuesday Feb 3, 2026
7:30 AM - 11:30 AM CST
Doors open at 7:00am. Program begins at 7:30am.
The date, time, location, and agenda of this event noted is subject to change. All attendees will be made aware if anything changes.
Location
Mayo Civic Center
Ballrooms 2 & 3
30 Civic Center Dr SE
Rochester, MN 55904
Fees/Admission
$50 for members
$60 for general admission
$600 for a table of 8 (includes company name in event promotion and program)
No refunds after Friday, January 22
Contact Information
Shannon Gowen
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