2025 Central Coast Economic Forecast

Join more than 600 business and community leaders at SLO County's most important economic event of the year. Tickets are on sale now at CentralCoastEconomicForecast.com. For $130 each, your ticket includes breakfast, a copy of the economic data presented, and access to the event recording to share with colleagues and clients. Seats will sell out, so get yours today!

Don’t miss this year’s engaging, entertaining, and thought-provoking program. To kick off the morning, Dr. Niree Kodaverdian of Beacon Economics will present the SLO County Forecast, providing a thorough review of the local economy grounded in data exclusive to the CCEF. Next, Blake Bradley, REACH Board Member & Council Chair, will take the stage to highlight local economic development efforts and job growth initiatives across key industries shaping our region’s future.

Back by popular demand, the thrilling "3 Minutes 2 Win It" pitch contest brings three standout local entrepreneurs to the spotlight to compete for a $5,000 cash prize—the audience chooses the winner!

To wrap up the morning, renowned economist Dr. Chris Thornberg of Beacon Economics returns with his signature no-holds-barred take on the state and national economies, delivering the critical data and insights that business leaders rely on.

This is one event you won’t want to miss!