Outlook Williamson: An Economic Forum for Business Leaders
Outlook Williamson convenes the business community for a data-driven look at the local economy. We’ll discuss what’s working, what’s changing, and what decisions today could mean for Williamson County in the years ahead. Grounded in findings from Williamson, Inc.’s 2026 Outlook Survey and paired with regional and national expertise, this year’s forum connects real business sentiment with broader economic forces shaping our community.
Session I: What the Data Is Telling Us
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This fireside chat marks the official unveiling of Williamson, Inc.’s 2026 Outlook Survey, examining how local employers and professionals are thinking about the economy and the year ahead. The conversation explores key questions around business confidence, hiring expectations, housing affordability, transportation, and the role of policy, placing Williamson County’s responses within a broader Middle Tennessee context.
Session II: National Trends, Local Relevance
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What happens nationally has a direct impact on decisions made in Williamson County. This session connects national economic and site selection trends to what they mean locally for employers, employees, and the county’s competitive position. Topics include how corporate relocation and expansion trends influence interest in Williamson County, how infrastructure and housing factor into business decisions, and how inflation, automation, and policy environments shape where companies choose to invest. Attendees will gain clearer insight into how national forces translate into local opportunity, competition for talent, and long-term economic positioning across Williamson County.
Session III: Long-Term Impact and Local Choices
This session takes a long-range view of economic decision-making and its lasting effects on communities. Drawing from real-world examples, Boyette Consulting examines how growth-related decisions in other markets have shaped affordability, infrastructure, workforce outcomes, and economic resilience over time. The discussion will explore potential opportunities and threats facing Williamson County, encouraging attendees to think critically about how today’s choices—both locally and regionally—can influence economic outcomes for decades to come.
Chamber Members: $85Guests: $100Exhibit Booth: $250 (includes 2 tickets, a 6' display table and 2 chairs - no linen)Sponsored Table of 10: $1500
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