2025 Economic Forecasting Conference
Gain Insight. Prepare Strategically. Lead Confidently.
Join industry leaders, economists, and real estate professionals for an in-depth look at the economic trends shaping the rental housing market. The Economic Forecasting Conference will deliver expert analysis on national, state, and local economic indicators, housing supply and demand, inflation, interest rates, and employment patterns—giving you the data-driven insights you need to make informed decisions for the year ahead.
Whether you’re a property manager, owner, investor, or industry partner, this conference will equip you with the tools to navigate change, identify opportunities, and plan strategically in a dynamic economic environment.
Don’t miss this opportunity to stay ahead of the curve.
Gain Insight. Prepare Strategically. Lead Confidently.
Join industry leaders, economists, and real estate professionals for an in-depth look at the economic trends shaping the rental housing market. The Economic Forecasting Conference will deliver expert analysis on national, state, and local economic indicators, housing supply and demand, inflation, interest rates, and employment patterns—giving you the data-driven insights you need to make informed decisions for the year ahead.
Whether you’re a property manager, owner, investor, or industry partner, this conference will equip you with the tools to navigate change, identify opportunities, and plan strategically in a dynamic economic environment.
Don’t miss this opportunity to stay ahead of the curve.
Tuesday September 23rd, 2025
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
230 W. Towne Ridge Pkwy Sandy, Utah
ATTENDEE REGISTRATION OPEN
Schedule
Time: 8:15 AM
Session: Registration, Continental Breakfast, Exhibitors
Robert Spendlove
Session: Economic Outlook – Zions Bank
Time: 9:00 AM
Robert Spendlove is the Senior Economist at Zions Bank. He provides expert economic analysis on regional and national trends, helping business and government leaders navigate the economic landscape.
Time: 9:50 AM
Session: Broker Panel
A panel of local brokers discusses current market conditions across multifamily, commercial, and retail sectors, sharing trends, insights, and opportunities for 2025.
Time: 10:30 AM
Session: Break & Exhibitors
Dejan Eskic
Session: Housing Market Trends – Kem C. Gardner Institute
Time: 10:50 AM
Dejan Eskic is a Senior Research Fellow at the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute. He specializes in housing market data and demographic trends affecting growth and affordability in Utah and beyond.
Jordan Brooks
Session: Data & Performance Trends – ALN Apartment Data
Time: 11:50 AM
Jordan Brooks is a market analyst with ALN Apartment Data. He provides in-depth data on multifamily performance, rent growth, occupancy, and other metrics impacting the rental housing market.
Time: 12:30 PM
Session: Adjourn
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2024 Economic Speaker Presentations:
Robert Spendlove
Zions Bank
Senior Vice President
View 2024 Presentation Here
Robert is a Senior Vice President and the Economic and Public Policy Officer for Zions Bank. In this capacity he monitors and reports on economic indicators and public policy developments for the bank. Robert’s research interests are primarily in the areas of macroeconomics, demographics, financial markets and public policy. He frequently advises and briefs policymakers, as well as business and civic groups throughout the United States. He is known for his insightful and understandable approach to explaining economic trends.
Daniel Fale
Salt Lake Office of CBRE
Broker
View 2024 Presentation Here
Daniel has been a sales agent on the CBRE Utah’s multifamily team for nearly 3 years. During this time, he has advised clients throughout the greater Salt Lake Market on multifamily for-rent assets ranging from 5-100 units, as well as land. Daniel is well-versed in all aspects of multifamily investments and provides his clients with expert guidance and a high-level view of the multifamily asset landscape to inform their decisions. These include Broker Opinions of Value; submarket snapshots including current rental and vacancy rates; and a comprehensive, semi-annual market report uncovering current trends, growth rates, and statewide economic updates.
David Damschen
Utah Housing Corporation
CEO
View 2024 Presentation Here
David is the President & CEO of Utah Housing Corporation (UHC), Utah’s Housing Finance Agency. David previously served as Utah’s 25th state treasurer, appointed to the office in 2015 and subsequently re-elected in 2016 and 2020.Prior to his service in the Office of State Treasurer, David worked for 20 years in several institutional & retail segments of a national banking organization. A veteran of the U.S. Coast Guard, David received his B.A. in Finance from the University of Washington.
James Wood
Kem Gardner Institute
Senior Analyst
View 2024 Presentation Here
James is the Ivory-Boyer Senior Fellow at The Policy Institute. He graduated from the University of Utah in Finance in 1967 and did graduate work in economics at the University of Utah. Utah. He specializes in several research areas including housing, construction, real estate, and economic impact. development. Mr. Wood has published over 100 articles and studies related to the Utah economy. This includes housing markets, community development, regional economics, and economic development.
Thank you to our 2024 Conference Sponsors!
