31°
-1°
°F | °C
Cloudy
Humidity: 68%
Sun
Snow Showers
28 | 40
-2 | 4
Mon
Sunny
39 | 61
3 | 16
Tue
Partly Cloudy
45 | 70
7 | 21
Wed
Showers
45 | 60
7 | 15
Oklahoma State University economists to discuss state's 2010 outlook during conference
Written by Associated Press   
Thursday, 19 November 2009 11:41

This article originally appeared on the KSFM-TV Web site. Click here to view the original article.

OKLAHOMA CITY  — Two Oklahoma State University research economists are discussing the state's outlook for 2010 and beyond during a conference.

Russell Evans, the director of OSU's Center for Applied Economic Research, and Kyle Dean, the center's associate director, will talk about the state's current economic performance and the "2010 Oklahoma Economic Outlook" report on Tuesday.

The two will speak at a news conference being held during an economic outlook conference at the Moore Norman Technology Center's south Oklahoma City campus.

The Oklahoma Economic Outlook is an annual report compiled using an econometric model to provide information on the probable performance of the state's economy during the upcoming year. It's touted as Oklahoma's only large-scale econometric forecasting model.
 

Upcoming Events

March 24, 2010
8:45am - 3:45pm
Training
 
Creative Branding and Marketing Conference
Show/Hide Description
In today's marketplace, new ideas and branding make a difference! When the economy slows down, you need marketing ideas and branding that catch attention. Attend this conference to hear from experts in the industry about the latest marketing ideas, social media and technology that can be used to help your organization determine corporate strategy in a challenging economy.
 
Location:
Renaissance Hotel, Tulsa
 
Price: $225 / $295 with luncheon presentation
 
Contact Information
Gaye Trivitt
405-744-5208
 
 
March 24, 2010
12:00pm - 1:30pm
Training
 
Tulsa Business Forums presents J. Alexander M. Douglas, Jr.
 
Location:
Renaissance Hotel, Tulsa
 
Price: $100
 
Contact Information
Karen Ward
405-744-5208
 
 
March 25, 2010
2:00pm - 3:30pm
Alumni
 
University-wide Creativity Lecture
Show/Hide Description
Guest speaker, Raji Naivoo, from South Africa
 
Location:
Student Union Little Theatre
 
Contact Information
Crystal
405-744-3325
 
 
March 31, 2010
9:00am - 4:00pm
Academic
 
The Power Of Influence - Dr. Andy Urich
Show/Hide Description
Productivity is directly affected by your ability to persuade others and get your point across. Increase your ability to communicate effectively during discussions, informal negotiations and all personal interactions. Develop the skills necessary to be an effective and well received messenger.
 
 
 
April 14, 2010
7:30am - 6:00pm
Training
 
Leading Change
Show/Hide Description
April 14--7:30 a.m.-6 p.m. and April 15--7:30 a.m.-5 p.m. | Presenters: Drs. Matthew Bowler, Robert Dooley, and Debra Nelson A seminar designed for executives, managers or upper-level leaders. What can I expect? At various times, management in organizations perceive a need for change. This program addresses what drives change, as well as how to create a sense of urgency, alignment and support among management groups. In addition, participants will learn how to create a network for change by establishing a system that solicits involvement and ownership of key stakeholders. This will be accomplished by using a mix of break-out sessions, interactive lectures, individual analysis and assessment, and case studies to teach participants how to lead your organization to successfully adapt to changes in the business environment.
 
Location:
OSU-Tulsa, Conference Center
 
Price: $1,250
 
Contact Information
OSU Center for Executive and Professional Development
405-744-5208
 
 
April 20, 2010
9:00am - 4:00pm
Training
 
Enhancing Employee Motivation though Coaching - Dr. Raj Basu
Show/Hide Description
With empowering employees comes a need to focus on coaching more than on controlling and directing. Coaching is the day-to-day, hands-on process of helping employees recognize opportunities to improve their performance. Explore how you can augment your skills in dealing with employees and create an environment in which employees seek continuous improvement.
 
Location:
OSU-Oklahoma City
 
Price: $325
 
Contact Information
Mandy McKinney
(405) 744-5208