The Twenty26 IWV Economic Outlook Conference is scheduled Thursday, February 26
For a glimpse into Ridgecrest’s economic future, business and industry leaders attend the annual Indian Wells Valley (IWV) Economic Outlook Conference (EOC), organized by the Ridgecrest Chamber of Commerce. The purpose of the conference is to provide insight into current, local, state, and national economies, addressing topics of interest to the community.
Local experts and business owners provide perspective on issues affecting business, industry, education, and government. As the premiere economic forecast event in the region, speakers discuss the state of the local economy, the outlook for the year ahead, and the domestic and international policy changes that might affect local markets and business.
The Twenty26 EOC will take place at the Kerr McGee Center on Thursday, February 26, 2026.
2026 IWV Economic Outlook Conference Agenda
Program begins at 8:00am, Networking begins at 7:00am at the Kerr McGee Center, 100 W. California Ave
Thank you to all our 2025 IWV Economic Outlook Conference Sponsors
Presenting Sponsor: Alta One Federal Credit Union
Emerald Sponsor: Cerro Coso Community College
Platinum Sponsor: City of Ridgecrest
Speakers’ Reception: Desert Valleys Federal Credit Union
Gold Sponsors: Southern California Edison, New Directions Technologies Inc., State Farm – Gary Charlon
Bronze Sponsors: RAAR – Ridgecrest Area Association of Realtors, Waste Management, The Daily Independent, JT4 LLC, The Swap Sheet, B3K, Continental Labor and Staffing Resources