IRVINE, Calif., Jan. 3, 2017 — The Executive Next Practices Institute (ENP) today announced it will host a Special Forum to Follow the Chapman Economic Forecast, focusing on Next Practices in Strategic Planning and Execution for 2018. The forum will be held on Friday, January 19, 2018, from 9:00 a.m. to 11a.m. (check-in & networking begins at 8am) at Chapman University, 1 University Drive, George Argyros School of Business, Orange, Ca. (Beckman Hall 404). Sharing insights are industry-leading speakers, including:

• • Raymond Sfeir, PH.D., director of the Center for Economic Research, Chapman University
  • Betty Uribe, EVP California Bank & Trust
  • Juan Piacquiado, managing director, ON STRATEGY
  • Jim McComb, managing director and senior managing partner, Wild Card Strategy
  • Thomas Turk, interim dean and professor, George L. Argyros School of Business & Economics

In this forum, attendees will gain knowledge designed to help them develop new strategies and execution methods that go well beyond the traditional strategic plan based on revelations from the Chapman Economic Forecast. Speakers will also discuss the past year of the new administration and predictions for 2018, as well as cross-industry forecasts and recommendations. “Attendees at this Special Forum will gain insights into the anticipated economic environment for 2018, the impact of changes from the new administration and how to plan strategically for a successful 2018,” said Scott Hamilton, CEO, Executive Next Practices. Schedule of events: 8:00 – 9:00 a.m. — Check-in and Networking 9:00 – 11:00 am. — Speakers 11:00 – 12:00 p.m. — Networking   General admission is $55 with online registration by Jan 15th. Door rate is $85. Complimentary to ENP members (included in membership). Click here to register or visit www.enpinstitute.com/events.  The Executive Next Practices Institute is an established organization (more than 250 forums since 2008) comprised of C-level and key functional leaders (CEO, COO, CFO, CMO, CIO, HR) who meet to review emerging trends and “first look” innovations in business and leadership strategies. Our highly interactive and collaborative sessions are held in a non-solicitation environment to encourage leaders to engage, create and build powerful business relationships.

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