Business
In this episode, BizTimes associate editor Arthur Thomas takes listeners through some of the highlights from the 2021 BizTimes Economic Trends event, including economist Mike Knetter's thoughts on the need for political leadership to help the economy, consumer confidence and inflation; a closer look at labor markets with Ryan Festerling of QPS Employment Group; and a tour through the manufacturing sector with Rockwell Automation chairman and CEO Blake Moret. The Economic Trends event was made possible by sponsors Annex Wealth Management, BMO Harris Bank, Taureau Group and Vistage. If you're interested in hearing the full presentations or downloading slides from the event, visit biztimes.com/trends