NFPA’s 2015 Industry & Economic Outlook Conference Registration is Now Open

MILWAUKEE - May 13, 2015 - PRLog -- The Industry & Economic Outlook Conference (IEOC) is NFPA’s highly anticipated economic event for everyone in the fluid power supply chain. Members and non-members alike are all invited to attend. Conference content examines industry economics, market forecasts, and technology breakthroughs likely to impact the fluid power supply chain for years to come, augmented with a broader focus into other emerging trends.

Conference speakers cover macroeconomic and global trends, while also providing insights into key mobile and industrial customer markets. The IEOC is a great opportunity for fluid power professionals to connect, providing one of the best opportunities for information gathering and networking to help your company advance.

Registration is now open (http://nfpahub.com/events/conferences/the-ieoc/) for professionals across the fluid power supply chain. Register by July 17th to receive the Early Bird rate.

Don’t forget to take advantage of NFPA’s “Suite Deal” (http://nfpahub.com/events/conferences/the-ieoc/suite-deal/) returning for the 2015 IEOC. Everyone who books a reservation at the Westin AND  registers for the IEOC by June 17th will be entered in a drawing for a Suite Upgrade

This year’s schedule is packed with an outstanding lineup of industry experts.

Economics

• Global Economics from an ITR Perspective  – Alan Beaulieu,  ITR Economics
• Global Economics from an Oxford Economics Perspective – John Walker, Oxford Economics
• Geopolitical Analysis of Global Economics – Peter Zeihan, Zeihan on Geopolitics

Market Forecasts

• Fluid Power Industry Forecast – Jim Meil, ACT Research
• Fluid Power Customer Markets Overview – Eli Lustgarten, ESL Consultants
• Construction Machinery Forecast – David Phillips, Off-Highway Research
• Agricultural Machinery Forecast – Eli Lustgarten, ESL Consultants
• Heavy Truck Market Forecast – Eric Starks, FTR Associates
• Industrial Markets Overview – Dan Meckstroth, MAPI, Inc.
• Industrial Machinery Market Forecast – Scott Hazelton, IHS Economics

Technology

• Market Technology Trends: Variable Speed Drives – Mohammad Mian, IHS Technology

Networking

• IEOC Invitational Golf Tournament at Chevy Chase Golf Course
• IEOC Welcome Reception at Chevy Chase Country Club
• Power of Association Reception and Dinner

IEOC Speakers Forum
Another highly acclaimed feature of this conference is the IEOC Speakers Forum. Join IEOC’s most popular speakers for an economy-driven, interactive session to wrap-up the first day’s program.

About the NFPA
NFPA provides a forum for the fluid power industry’s channel partners— manufacturers, suppliers, distributors, customers and educators. Its U.S. and multinational members work cooperatively in advancing hydraulic and pneumatic technology through the association’s many programs and initiatives.