Description

Join us for the 2026 Brookings Economic Summit that aims to bring business leaders and community members together to discuss the economic landscape of Brookings. This event will feature conversations with local economic development leaders that will discuss the strategies and initiatives driving our local economy. 

Event Agenda can be found below:

7:45AM Check-in & Networking

8:15AM Welcome

8:35AM 2025 Highlights

8:45AM Statewide Economic Outlook

9:10AM Peer Community Highlights

9:15AM Economist Panel: 2025-2026 Trends

9:50AM Break

10:00AM Breakout Sessions

11:00AM Local Growth/Historical Insight 

11:05AM Regional Project Spotlights

11:40AM Closing Panel: "What Do We Do Next?"

12:00PM Closing