PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
Today’s CFOs are expected to provide more than accurate forecasts. They’re expected to anticipate disruption and advise their boards on the strategic implications of an evolving economy.
With the midterm elections just behind us, the political and policy landscape is coming into sharper focus, and so are its consequences for business. This high-level discussion features respected banking executives and economic leaders sharing their perspectives on the trends that will shape business decisions in 2027. Explore the outlook for interest rates, financing, inflation, labor markets, capital investment, M&A, and geopolitical developments, along with what the new balance of power in Washington could mean for tax policy, trade and tariffs, regulation, and fiscal priorities. Gain actionable insights to strengthen your organization’s financial strategy.
Bring your toughest questions. This interactive discussion is designed to help CFOs pressure-test their assumptions, validate their strategic plans, and gain insights from financial leaders who are seeing market trends unfold in real time.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
- Understand the economic and policy forces shaping 2027 business decisions in the wake of the midterms.
- Assess how election outcomes may influence tax, trade, regulatory, and fiscal policy.
- Identify the risks and opportunities ahead.
- Prepare for changes in capital markets and financing conditions.
- Strengthen strategic planning and forecasting with a fresh look at your 2027 assumptions.
- Make more informed decisions in an uncertain environment.
SPEAKERS
Abel Harding | Senior Economic and Market Analyst | Pinnacle Financial Partners
Abel Harding is a financial advisor and area manager with Pinnacle Financial Partners. Harding has three decades of experience in retail, private banking, corporate training, and commercial/middle market. In addition to his financial services experience, Harding previously worked as an award-winning journalist covering politics and business, and served as the director of communications for the City of Jacksonville.
A 7th generation Floridan, Harding is active in the Jacksonville community and has served on the boards of numerous nonprofits, including as treasurer of the Jacksonville Humane Society and chair of the Cultural Council of Greater Jacksonville. He is a past board member of the Jacksonville Transportation Authority and the Jacksonville Planning Commission.
Harding currently serves as chair of JAX USA Partnership, the economic development arm of JAX Chamber. Harding also serves as vice chair of the board of trustees at the Cummer Museum of Arts & Gardens and on the advisory board of St. Mary’s Episcopal Church.
Mac Johnston | Senior Economic and Market Analyst | Pinnacle Financial Partners
Mac Johnston serves as the senior economic and market analyst for Pinnacle Financial Partners, where he is responsible for economic forecasting and investment risk management. He also serves as senior portfolio manager of Pinnacle Wealth Advisors, an SEC registered investment advisory firm, where he is responsible for asset allocation, security selection and portfolio construction.
Johnston came to Pinnacle from Morgan Stanley, where he served as first vice president with responsibility for designing portfolio strategies for high net worth individuals and institutions. Prior to Morgan Stanley, Johnston’s career included 13 years at PaineWebber, Inc., where he held a variety of positions including vice president of investments. He worked extensively in the PaineWebber Private Client Group, and capital markets group.
Johnston holds a bachelor’s degree in marketing from Southern Methodist University and a master’s in finance from Columbia University.
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