2027 budgets are getting locked in right now, and economic uncertainty, shifting markets, and changing investment trends are already driving those decisions. Join us for a live virtual event where we’ll break down the trends expected to define 2027, what they mean for business owners, and how to make decisions that support long-term growth.  

Spend an hour getting perspective on the year ahead, and leave with insights you can use in your planning strategy for the coming year 

 

What We’ll Cover 

• The 2027 economic outlook: Key market trends, investment considerations, and the forces driving the year ahead 
• Planning for uncertainty: How to respond to changing conditions, spot opportunities, and build steady, sustainable growth 
• Decisions for your business: Practical ways to apply these trends to budgeting, hiring, and investment plans 

Who Should Attend 

• Business owners and entrepreneurs 
• Marketing and business development professionals 
• Leaders responsible for business strategy and growth 
• Anyone who wants to make sharper business decisions in 2027  

Meet Our Panelists 

Liz Miller, CFP & CFA, President, Summit Place Financial Advisors

Liz Miller, President of Summit Place Financial Advisors, is an award-winning advisor dedicated to simplifying financial planning for multi-generational families. As a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ and CFA® Charterholder, she has spent her professional life guiding both families and institutions toward their financial goals. Her extensive career has included roles as an M&A analyst, fund manager, and director of equity research, among others. Liz is Chair-Elect for the CFP Board, serves as the co-President of the Alumni Board of the Sphinx Society at the University of Pennsylvania, and sits on advisory boards for NJIT and Trusts and Estates Magazine. A respected voice in her field, Liz is also a member of the CFA Institute, FPA, NAPFA, NSA, and WPO, and is frequently sought after by the media for her insights. She is the author of Clutter-Free Wealth: A Goal-oriented Guide to Gaining Control of your Affluence. 

Christopher Emigholz, Chief Government Affairs Officer, New Jersey & Industry Association  

Christopher “Chris” Emigholz is Chief Government Affairs Officer at the New Jersey Business & Industry Association, where he previously led advocacy on taxation, budgeting, and economic development. His career includes 10 years in state government, serving as budget director for the Senate Republican Office and directing education policy and legislative affairs at the New Jersey Department of Education. Earlier, he represented NJBIA on workforce and education issues, taught through Teach For America in Atlanta, and supported an elementary school in Baltimore. Emigholz holds degrees from Rutgers and Johns Hopkins. A Robbinsville resident, he volunteers as a youth sports coach.