Former United States Ambassador to Canada, Bruce Heyman, will appear as a keynote speaker at Calgary Economic Development’s upcoming 2025 Economic Outlook on Oct. 8 to share insights on how the U.S. election will impact Calgary and Alberta’s economy in 2025.
Analysts have been speculating for months about how the election results could impact trade policies and tariffs, energy and tech sector development for Albertan and Canadian businesses in the coming year. This year’s event, taking place one month before Americans head to the polls in a close election, will evaluate the uncertainty and how to navigate it.
"As a convener of important conversations for our community, we are excited to have Bruce Heyman join us as the keynote speaker for this year’s Economic Outlook event," said Brad Parry, President and CEO of Calgary Economic Development (CED).
"With his deep understanding of the economic ties between our two countries, he will share how the U.S. election outcome will impact the future of Canada’s economy more than ever before as our bilateral relationship with Canada’s number one trading partner evolves."
Heyman to discuss election's north-of-the-border waves
Heyman, a former partner at Goldman Sachs, served as the U.S. Ambassador to Canada from 2014 to 2017, where he was a key player in strengthening bilateral relations. In 2019, he was appointed co-chairman of the Advisory Board to the Canada Institute at the Wilson Center and published The Art of Diplomacy: Strengthening the Canada-U.S. Relationship in Times of Uncertainty with his wife, Vicki.
In recent interviews with CTV News, BNN Bloomberg and CBC, the former ambassador shared his initial thoughts on the potential impact the American election results could have on Canada’s economy.
ATB Chief Economist to look at coming trends
2025 Economic Outlook, powered by ATB Financial, will also explore how Alberta businesses can navigate macroeconomic trends and plan for multiple scenarios in 2025 with a keynote from Mark Parsons, Vice President and Chief Economist, ATB Financial.
As the leader of ATB's economics team, Parsons will provide an in-depth analysis of the economic factors that will influence Alberta's business landscape next year. His insights will help local businesses prepare for the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.
Other speakers include Alberta Premier Danielle Smith, Calgary Mayor Jyoti Gondek, CED’s Board Chair Joe Lougheed and CED’s President and CEO, Brad Parry.
Tickets are now available for Calgary Economic Development’s 2025 Economic Outlook, powered by ATB. Get your tickets today and join the conversation on Oct. 8 with your colleagues and community partners.
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