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The Woodlands Chamber hosts 2026 Economic Outlook Conference with national, regional, and local speakers
The Woodlands Area Chamber of Commerce hosted the 2026 Economic Outlook Conference with presenting sponsor Entergy Texas on Friday, February 6 at The Woodlands Waterway Marriott Hotel and Convention Center.
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The Economic Outlook Conference (EOC) is the premier annual economic forum, providing business and community leaders with a full day of timely, data-driven insight into the economic forces shaping decision-making in The Woodlands area and beyond.
Ron Insana, veteran financial broadcast journalist and bestselling author, served as the Keynote Speaker. Insana is widely recognized for translating complex market forces into clear, actionable insights for business leaders. A regular contributor on CNBC and MS NOW, Insana was named one of the “Top 100 Business News Journalists of the 20th Century”. His keynote will address the economic and market dynamics shaping 2026, with perspective on the intersection of business, technology and public policy.
In addition to Insana’s keynote, EOC 2026 featured a lineup of expert speakers and panels designed to help plan for growth and long-term success. Attendees received updates and analysis from state and national experts:
- Marc Cunningham – Global Managing Director, Texas Stock Exchange
- Daniel Potter – Director, Kinder Institute for Urban Research | Rice University
- Jesse B. Thompson – Senior Business Economist, Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas
- John Murphy – Senior Vice President, U.S. Chamber of Commerce
The conference also included three featured panels: Local Economic Update, Reporter Roundtable, and CEO Panel offering real-world perspectives.
For more information about The Woodlands Area Chamber of Commerce, visit www.woodlandschamber.org.
