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As we enter 2025, businesses face an increasingly complex landscape shaped by persistent economic volatility, geopolitical tensions, and rapid technological advancements. Unpredictable interest rates, inflation, stock market and currency fluctuations, and global supply chain realignments remain at the forefront of challenges. Navigating these complexities is essential for C-suite decision-makers—including CFOs, Controllers, CEOs, COOs, and CIOs. Join us for an exclusive session with Curtis Dubay, a nationally recognized economist and Chief Economist at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce as he shares actionable insights to help your organization thrive amidst the uncertainties of 2025 and beyond.

Be the first to learn what your C-Suite peers are planning for in 2025! With a backdrop of extraordinary geo/political risk, rapidly changing financial markets, and return to office talent challenges, what are CEOs, COOs, CFOs and related executives doing differently to manage in 2025 and beyond? The annual C-Suite Outlook & Sentiment Study seeks to understand how business and economic environments are shaping planning, strategy, priorities and outlooks.

Zain Jaffer is a seasoned entrepreneur and investor with a diverse portfolio in real estate and venture capital. He currently serves as CEO of Zain Ventures and a partner at Bluefield Capital, where he drives strategic investments across emerging industries. Previously, Zain was the founder and CEO of Vungle, a mobile ad tech company – led to over 400 billion in annual revenue before its acquisition by Blackstone in 2019. Additionally, established the Zain Jaffer Foundation, the champion underrepresented social causes and promotes sustainable development in disadvantaged communities. Through his leadership and philanthropic efforts, Zain is dedicated to fostering both innovation and positive social impact.

Citrin Cooperman is hosting an exclusive webinar, Unlocking Innovation – Key Updates from Microsoft Ignite! Join us for an in-depth look at the latest announcements and innovations revealed at Microsoft Ignite, and discover how they can drive transformation in your business and IT strategies.

Learn how your CEO and C-Suite peers are dealing with talent challenges including recruitment and retention. Benchmark Hybrid, Onsite and Remote work environments. A panel of experts will share the results of our national study, along with best practices insight and ideas. By understanding these factors, CEOs and related executives can develop effective strategies to attract and retain talent, which is crucial for staying competitive in today’s business landscape.

The use of Artificial Intelligence is no longer just a competitive advantage; it’s a necessity. According to the CNBC Technology Executive Council, more than 50% of organizations plan to purchase generative AI software within the next six months. If your business has not yet embraced AI, now is the time to do so. Unsure of where to begin or struggle to comprehend the practical applications? You will not want to miss this webinar!

Our panelist BRETT HICKEY, is Founder & CEO of Star Mountain Capital LLC, a multi-billion dollar specialized private investment firm, making loans, private equity investments and secondary fund purchases. Mr. Hickey has over 20 years of private investing and investment banking experience with over15 years spent directly in the U.S. lower middle-market. Star Mountain has been recognized as one of the Best Places to Work by Crain’s and Pensions & Investments in 2019, 2020, 2021 and 2022. Previously, Brent worked as an Investment Banker at Citigroup Global Markets (formerly known as Salomon Smith Barney) in New York City where he completed $24 billion in transactions for financial institutions.

Are you currently using Dynamics GP? You will not want to miss this live event and your key guide to understanding the tangible impacts of Dynamics GP’s end of life on your business. End of life is not just a distant event; it carries substantial implications that every business must be aware of. In this session, the MIBAR team at Citrin Cooperman will help you gain a firm grasp of the critical dates that will shape your decision-making process and more.

Be the first to learn the results of the 2024 CEO Sentiment Study, and hear perspectives from your CEO and C-Suite peers. The annual Sentiment Study seeks to understand how macro-economic trends are shaping corporate strategy, planning, and priorities. Join a blue chip panel of executives including Jim Treleaven, CEO of VIA Strategy Group. Moderated by Neil Brown, CEO, Chief Executives Council.

2024 Economic Outlook – Webcast Panel Discussion

With pandemic pressures in the past, economic and political environments continue to be both unpredictable and rapidly changing. High interest rates, inflation, volatility in the stock market and foreign exchange, and for some, recession and supply chain issues. Domestic and global economics will prove challenging to C-Suite decision makers including CFOs and Controllers, CEOs, COOs and CIOs.

To understand and manage these uncertainties, learn from renown economist and subject matter expert Dan North, a nationally-recognized economist and Chief Economist, Allianz Trade.

CEO Insights – Interview Series – Cleve Adams

Our panelist, CLEVE ADAMS is a five-time VC/PE backed tech CEO with over 20 years of experience in leading, transforming, and selling companies in the cybersecurity, AI, and SaaS markets. One of the 5 was Websense, the first Cybersecurity Unicorn!  Cleve has delivered an average return of 21x to investors and successfully completed two IPOs and four acquisitions managing companies from startup to $2 billion. Cleve is currently the Founder and Managing Partner at Trestles Group that invests in and advises growth and late-stage companies.

Are you currently using Dynamics GP? You do not want to miss this on-demand webinar and your key guide to understanding the tangible impacts of Dynamics GP’s end of life on your business.  End of life is not just a distant event; it carries substantial implications that every business must be aware of. In this session, experts at MIBAR will help you gain a firm grasp of the critical dates that will shape your decision-making process.

CEO Insights – Interview Series – Chelsie Hall

The new CEO Insights™ Interview Series features experienced executives from a variety of organizations and industries. The fast-paced interview format focuses on “secrets to success” and will bring valuable learning, career advice and big ideas to both aspiring and seasoned corporate executives. Chelsie Hall is the CEO and co-founder of ViralMoment, where she helps brands unlock social video to decode internet culture. ViralMoment is the only AI technology that can watch hundreds of thousands of social videos so that you can see past the algorithm fog to create powerful strategy, to protect your reputation, and to understand your audience. 

Learn how your CEO peers are dealing with operations talent challenges including recruitment and retention. Benchmark hybrid, onsite and remote work environments. A panel of executive/operations experts will share the results of our national study of operations talent, along with best practices insight and ideas. By understanding these factors, CEOs and their organizations can develop effective strategies to attract and retain operations talent, which is crucial for staying competitive in today’s business landscape. 

The Global Digital Divide: Your Competitors are Getting Quantum Ready – Are You?

President & CEO of United Power, Colorado’s largest cooperative by load and one of the fastest growing cooperatives in the nation. Under his leadership, United Power is recognized as the 31st cooperative to reach 100,000 meters served, interconnected its 10,000th rooftop solar system, and been named a Solar and Storage Champion by the Colorado Solar and Storage Association. Mark is the current chair of the GridWise Alliance Board of Directors. Prior to joining United Power, Mark served as the Administrator and CEO of the Western Area Power Administration, managing the nonprofit federal organization marketing and delivering low-cost federal hydropower from 57 hydroelectric plants to nearly 700 wholesale customers across 15 states.

2023 Economic Outlook – Webcast Panel Discussion

From post-pandemic to extraordinary economic uncertainty, the business and corporate finance outlook remains in constant flux. Record inflation, high interest rates, volatile stock market and foreign exchange, and for some, recession and supply chain issues. To understand and manage these uncertainties, learn from a renown economist and subject matter expert Dan North, a nationally-recognized economist and Chief Economist, Allianz Trade.

This next interview in the series features Jim Treleaven, President/CEO of Via Strategy Group or VSG. His successful career includes CEO roles at both public and private technology companies ranging in size from $40 to $500 million. Most recently he was President and CEO of Catalyst International, a NASDAQ listed supply chain software company. He also served as CEO of Global CommerceZone and Visual Intelligence Corp. He served as Managing Partner at Battelle Venture Partners. Jim is a frequent speaker and author, and serves on multiple boards of directors.