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The Twenty25 IWV Economic Outlook Conference is scheduled Thursday, February 27

For a glimpse into Ridgecrest’s economic future, business and industry leaders attend the annual Indian Wells Valley (IWV) Economic Outlook Conference (EOC), organized by the Ridgecrest Chamber of Commerce. The purpose of the conference is to provide insight into current, local, state, and national economies, addressing topics of interest to the community.

Local experts and business owners provide perspective on issues affecting business, industry, education, and government. As the premiere economic forecast event in the region, speakers discuss the state of the local economy, the outlook for the year ahead, and the domestic and international policy changes that might affect local markets and business.

The Twenty25 EOC will take place at the Kerr McGee Center on Thursday, February 27, 2025.

2025 IWV Economic Outlook Conference Agenda

Program begins at 8:00am, Networking begins at 7:00am at the Kerr McGee Center, 100 W. California Ave

Welcome, Invocation
Presenting Sponsor – AltaOne
Mayor Endicott - City of Ridgecrest
Supervisor Phillip Peters – Kern County
Jim Suver – Ridgecrest Regional Hospital
Dr. April Moore – SSUSD
Dr. Sean Hancock – CCCC
Break
Building a Stronger Community: Navigating Property Challenges and Opportunities
Break
Poverty’s Reach Panel: Understanding and Addressing Community Needs
Break
Stephanie Sievers – AltaOne FCU
Georgia Petropolous - B3K
Captain Warren Van Allen – NAWS China Lake
Jeremy Vaughan - NAWCWD
Concluding Remarks, IWV Economic Outlook Conference Committee Chair, Nancy Pace

The above agenda is subject to change.