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Mon – Thurs 8 am – 5 pm, Fri 8 am – 12 pm
Mark your calendar for the Dubuque Area Chamber’s annual Forecast Luncheon on Thursday, January 30, from 11:30 AM to 1:15 PM at Q Casino’s Reflections event space. Gain exclusive insights into emerging trends, opportunities, and anticipated changes shaping our community and economy in 2025.
Our keynote presenter is Kevin DePew, deputy chief economist and leader of RSM US LLP’s Industry Eminence Program. Kevin brings decades of experience and an Emmy-awarded career perspective to the Forecast Luncheon. As a key voice for the middle market, Kevin collaborates with a team of senior analysts to interpret and forecast industry trends, helping businesses navigate a rapidly evolving global economy.
Kevin provides RSM’s clients with the macroeconomic and industry insights needed to manage middle market businesses successfully. He contributes to several key reports, including The Real Economy, the RSM US Middle Market Business Index, and quarterly industry outlooks. These resources highlight issues relevant to middle market leaders, with a particular focus on the transformative role of artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data-driven strategies in reshaping industries.
Before joining RSM in 2014, Kevin began his career in the 1990s as a horse-racing handicapper in Kentucky. His interest in financial markets led him to Wall Street and later to Minyanville Media, where he earned an Emmy for his animated show demystifying financial markets. Today, Kevin uses his diverse experience to help businesses challenge existing narratives and gain fresh perspectives through data-driven analysis.
RSM’s economics team prioritizes fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion, recognizing that diverse organizations consistently outperform their peers. Kevin is passionate about building an environment that thrives on diversity, ensuring RSM continues to lead in innovation and excellence.
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Please notify us of any dietary restrictions or allergies by January 23 to ensure accommodations.
