Mary Jones has a diverse professional background spanning several industries and decades. Their current role is Director of Strategy where they are building the Openform innovation and strategy lab. They have focused on strategic financial analysis as well as operational efficiency and implementation. Previously they ran corporate and operational FP&A for Openform and led operational business management and financial strategy at Conflix across various divisions.
Gain valuable insights into the trends, challenges and opportunities shaping today's business environment at the San Diego Economic Forum.
The program will begin with a brief business update from the San Diego Regional Chamber of Commerce, highlighting key developments impacting the region's economic climate. Nationally recognized economist Dr. Christopher Thornberg will then provide his outlook on the U.S., California and San Diego economies, offering expert analysis of the forces influencing growth, investment and business decision-making.
This engaging and thought-provoking discussion designed to help business leaders better understand the economic landscape and prepare for what lies ahead.
Presented in collaboration with SDSU Fowler College of Business and the San Diego Regional Chamber of Commerce.
Attendance is complimentary, but registration is required and space is limited.
Christopher Thornberg founded Beacon Economics LLC in 2006. Under his leadership the firm has become one of the most respected research organizations in California serving public and private sector clients across the United States. In 2015, Dr. Thornberg also became Director of the UC Riverside School of Business Center for Economic Forecasting and Development and an Adjunct Professor at the School.
An expert in economic and revenue forecasting, regional economics, economic policy, and labor and real estate markets, Dr. Thornberg has consulted private industry, cities, counties, and public agencies. He became nationally known for forecasting the subprime mortgage market crash that began in 2007 and was one of the few economists on record to predict the global economic recession that followed. Dr. Thornberg holds a Ph.D in Business Economics from The Anderson School at UCLA, and a B.S. degree in Business Administration from the State University of New York at Buffalo.
