REMI cordially invites you to join us for our upcoming conference, “The Southwest Political-Economic Outlook 2020,” that our CEO & Chief Economist Frederick Treyz, Ph.D. and Economic Associate Mike Bobay will be hosting at the DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Austin in Austin, Texas on Wednesday, May 6th from 8:45 a.m. to 3:45 p.m.
In addition to our presentations evaluating the transportation, energy, and financial sectors, REMI is honored to be joined by numerous experts as they discuss the region’s most important policy decisions.
Guest speakers at this event will be discussing the following topics:
If you would like to attend this conference, please email Kendell Sweeney-Thomas at Kendell.Sweeney-Thomas@remi.com, contact us by phone at (413) 549-1169, or click below to register.
Steven Shwiff, Ph.D. holds a Bachelor’s degree in History from the University of Texas at Austin in June of 1967, Master’s degree in Economics from St. Mary’s University – San Antonio in May of 1973, and Ph.D. in Economics from Texas A& M University – College Station in June of 1977.
Dr. Shwiff has been a Professor of Economics at Texas A&M University – Commerce since 1990. His area of specialization is Urban and Regional Economics and Disease and Invasive Species spread analysis. He has published numerous articles, studies, books and chapters in books. He received his Certified Professional Forecaster designation in 2007 from the Institute for Business Forecasting.
Dr. Shwiff also spent 10 years working in the corporate sector. From 1980 to 1985 he was manager of research and analysis for the Adolph Coors Company and from 1985 to 1990 he served as Vice-President for Strategic Planning, the Schuck Corporation and President of the Colorado Center and think tank funded by the Corporation.
Dr. Shwiff has taught at the China University of Geosciences – Beijing, the Catholic University of Brasilia, and Monterrey Technological Institute – Mexico City. He has twice been awarded the Outstanding Teaching Professor Award at Texas A&M – Commerce.
Dr. Shwiff and his wife Barbara live in Commerce, Texas.
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He has served in several leadership positions during his time as an intern and volunteer, performing project management, treasury, and mentor responsibilities.
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Houston II Room
303 W 15th St.
Austin, TX 78701
Hello,
Thank you for your interest in REMI. Your registration is confirmed for our Austin Conference, “The Southwest Political-Economic Outlook 2020,” on Wednesday, May 6th, 2020.
The event will take place from 8:45 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. at the DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Austin, Houston II Room on 303 West 15th St., Austin, TX 78701.
We will call a day or so before the event to confirm your attendance and to see if you have any questions. Please feel free to share the invitation with any other staff or colleagues who may be interested.
We look forward to seeing you in Austin!
Regards,
Regional Economic Models, Inc.
REMI
