2026 Georgia Economic Outlook Series arrives in Columbus on January 27

The 2026 Georgia Economic Outlook Series arrives in Columbus on January 27. Presented by the University of Georgia’s Terry College of Business, this event has provided more than 40 years of reliable, research-driven data from the renowned Selig Center for Economic Growth. Jeff Humphreys, an award-winning economist, conducts the in-depth research, and Santanu Chatterjee, Interim Dean of the Terry College of Business, will present the findings, offering expert analysis of national, state, and local trends. Turner College Acting Dean Tesa Leonce, Turner College management professor Michael Rothlisberger, and Choose Columbus' Missy Kendrick and Andy Hilmes will present the local forecast. This is an invaluable opportunity to network with peers, enjoy lunch, and prepare for the year ahead with the tools to make informed decisions. Don’t miss out on the insights that will help you navigate the economic landscape of 2026 and the opportunity to support our leadership. The event is set for January 27, 2026, in the Cunningham Conference Center on CSU's main campus. Networking and Check-in are set for 11:30 a.m. to noon. A luncheon is scheduled for noon to 12:30 pm. Forecast presentations began at 12:30 pm and continue to 1:30 pm. Please contact the Turner College Dean's Office by 3:00 pm on January 15 if you are interested in attending.

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