Western Kansans have a chance to find out what experts think about the regional economic outlook.

A conference focusing on the state and regional economy will be held in Hays October 18 at the Fort Hays State University Robbins Center

The annual event, held at Wichita State University for more than 30 years, is sponsored by the Ellis County Coalition for Economic Development.

“Jeremy Hill is Director of the WSU Center for Economic Development and Business Research, ” says ECC Executive Director Aaron White.  “He’ll provide recorded comments from JPMorgan Chase and Westar Energy executives about the global and national economy.  Several regional and state experts will be present to talk about the local business forecast for the coming year.”

More information and registration is available online at www.hays.cedbr.org.