Grading California’s Economy: Prospects for Economic Recovery

John Chiang, Controller, State of California
Peter Gruebele, Executive Vice President, Commercial Banking, Wells Fargo
Joel Kotkin, Distinguished Presidential Fellow in Urban Futures, Chapman University; Author, The Next Hundred Million: America in 2050
Ro Khanna, Visiting Lecturer, Department of Economics, Stanford University; Former Deputy Assistant Secretary of Commerce, Obama Administration; Author, Entrepreneurial Nation: Why Manufacturing Is Still Key to America's Future
Ross DeVol, Chief Research Officer, Milken Institute - Moderator

A high-level panel looks at California’s economy as we head toward year’s end and compares the state’s challenges with those of the nation.  Will the pickup in home prices and construction spur on the rest of the economy? Will the tech sector boom sustain and jumpstart job growth in other industries? Which geographical centers serve as the best models for success? How can government prevent budget shortfalls from getting in the way of private sector progress? A wide range of economic experts will weigh in on the outlook for recovery and prosperity as the year comes to a close.

Location:  SF Club Office
Time: 5:30 p.m. networking reception, 6 p.m. program
Cost: $20 standard, $12 members, $7 students (with valid ID)
Also know: Part of the Innovating California Series, sponsored by Chevron