2025 Business & Economic Outlook

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Business & Economic Outlook

What to Expect for the Rest of This Year & in 2026

Date: Thursday, September 25, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM - 3:30 PM

The world is undergoing significant change this year. New administrations across North America and Europe are driving geopolitical and economic shifts, while an emboldened China is asserting its power in a variety of ways. A disconnect between “hard” economic data such as retail sales and industrial production, and “soft” sentiment indicators suggests that while risk of recession has risen, a severe downturn is by no means a certainty in the second half of 2025.

The US administration’s policy agenda has been a source of much uncertainty and anxiety in recent months. To reshape the global economy, President Trump has embraced unilateral action on trade, with sweeping tariffs (or threats thereof) being enacted by executive order. This has led to a substantial drop in consumer confidence and business optimism across the globe, both of which are bound to have a tangible impact on the broader economy and on many industries. What does all this mean for your business? This presentation will assess the current macro and trade landscape, analyze the potential impact of tariffs, and deliver practical and actionable advice designed to help business leaders plan for future operating conditions.

Attendees will walk away from the session with the following insights:

  • An objective assessment of time-sensitive economic indicators such as consumer spending, business investment, inflation, interest rates, and tariffs
  • Concrete advice on how to navigate the current macroeconomic climate and plan for the future, with a particular focus on tactical initiatives
  • Tools that company leadership can use to become better data-driven decision makers in running their businesses        

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Alex Chausovsky - Bundy Group Alex Chausovsky - Bundy Group

Alex Chausovsky

Alex Chausovsky is the Director of Analytics and Consulting for the Bundy Group. He is a highly experienced market researcher and analyst with more than two decades of expertise across subjects including economics, manufacturing, automation, advanced technology trends, and business cycle analysis. He has consulted and advised companies throughout the US and Canada, Europe, South America, and Asia. In his investment banking advisory role, Alex is a trusted source of information for owners and executives of privately held firms who are seeking a business sale, acquisition, or financing.

Panelists

Joe Chybowski - Bridgewater Bank Joe Chybowski - Bridgewater Bank

Joe Chybowski

President & CFO
Bridgewater Bank
Perspective: Banking

Mike Devereux - Wipfli LLP Mike Devereux - Wipfli LLP

Mike Devereux

Partner
Wipfli LLP
Perspective: Tax

Brian Eder - Voyage Wealth Architects Brian Eder - Voyage Wealth Architects

Brian Eder

CEO
Voyage Wealth Architects
Perspective: Investment

Brett Larson - Messerli Kramer Brett Larson - Messerli Kramer

Brett Larson

Minneapolis Division Chair
Messerli Kramer
Perspective: Legal

Laura Moore - Marsh McLennan Agency Laura Moore - Marsh McLennan Agency

Laura Moore

President
Marsh McLennan Agency
Perspective: Insurance 

Tony Sorensen - Versique, Executive, Professional and Interim Recruiting Tony Sorensen - Versique, Executive, Professional and Interim Recruiting

Tony Sorensen

CEO
Versique, Executive, Professional, and Interim Recruiting
Perspective: Recruitment

John Palen - Allied Executives CEO John Palen - Allied Executives CEO

John Palen

Founder & CEO
Allied Executives
Panel Moderator

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Agenda

Thursday, September 25th, 2025
presenting from 10:30 AM - 3:30 PM

10:00 AM - 10:30 AM    Registration

10:30 AM - 11:45 AM     Panel Discussion

11:45 AM - 12:30 PM      Lunch

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM        Alex Chausovsky
                                         Bundy Group

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM         Happy Hour
                                         Networking

WHERE:
Metropolitan Ballroom
5418 Wayzata Blvd.
Golden Valley, MN 55416

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