Business Forum: 2007 Economic Forecast November 9, 2006 7:00-9:00 AM Denver Marriott West Hotel

Click here for Scott Anderson's national presentation

Click here for Elizabeth Garner's state presentation

Click here for Patty Silverstein's regional/local presentation

On the morning of November 9, 2006 at the Denver Marriott West Hotel, Jefferson Economic Council hosted the 2007 Economic Forecast. This annual event reveals what is on the horizon for next year's economy and business climate and is historically one of JEC's most popular.

Three economic professionals spoke about the economy in their respective areas of expertise.

Giving the national perspective this year was Dr. Scott Anderson, Senior Economist for Wells Fargo. Dr. Scott Anderson is responsible for analysis and forecasting of international, national and regional economic trends. Areas of focus include macroeconomic and interest rate forecasting, financial markets and international economics.

He provides daily analysis of U.S. economic news, and produces Wells Fargo Economics macroeconomic forecasts. He authors the bi-monthly Wells Fargo California Outlook report and co-authors Wells Fargo’s weekly Financial Market Strategies report and the monthly Economic Indicators report. In addition, he covers the United Kingdom, China, South Korea, Japan, Hong Kong, and Singapore as part of a bi-monthly international report offered by Wells Fargo.

Elizabeth Garner, State Demographer for the Colorado Dept. of Local Affairs gave the forecast at the Colorado state level. Her current responsibilities include management and oversight of the Population Estimates and Forecasts Programs and Local Economic Information and Forecasting Assistance Program. Additionally, Elizabeth produces the economic base analyses by county and industry which are used for both the economic forecasts and in working with local governments to better understand their local economy. Prior to working with the Department of Local Affairs, Elizabeth worked for 10 years with CSU Cooperative Extension as the coordinator of the County Information Service. She received her B.A. in Business at the University of San Diego and is a PhD Candidate in Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics at Colorado State University.

Patty Silverstein, President of Development Research Partners, returned to deliver the regional and local economic forecast. Based in Jefferson County, Silverstein's expertise is in economic research and economic development, including site location and real estate analysis, industry studies and strategic economic development planning. She has extensive experience in preparing economic and fiscal impact analysis for community development purposes.

The event was hosted by JEC President & CEO Preston Gibson.

Event Sponsors included: FirstBank, Denver West Office Park, Colorado Real Estate Journal, and Jefferson County Workforce Center.