The 2026 Annual Economic Forecast focuses on economic prospects for 2026— and how government policies and regulations may shape growth in Hampton Roads, across Virginia, and throughout the nation.
Join Vinod Agarwal, Professor of Economics and Director of the ODU Economic Forecasting Project, and Robert McNab, Professor of Economics and Director of the Dragas Center for Economic Analysis and Policy in the Strome College of Business, as they present critical insights into the economic outlook for 2026.
The Dragas Center for Economic Analysis and Policy at Old Dominion University's Strome College of Business stands at the intersection of economics, policy analysis, demographics, transportation, and defense studies. For over two decades, the Center has delivered authoritative insights through its State of the Region: Hampton Roads report, establishing itself as the premier source for regional economic analysis and forecasting.
For the latest research from the Dragas Center, visit www.ceapodu.com.
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Meet Our Speakers
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Dr. Erika Marsillac
Dean, Strome College of Business at Old Dominion University
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Dr. Robert McNab
Chair of the Department of Economics, Director of Dragas Center for Economic Analysis and Policy, Strome College of Business at Old Dominion University
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Dr. Vinod Agarwal
Professor of Economics, Director of Economic Forecasting Project, at Dragas Center for Economic Analysis and Policy, Strome College of Business at Old Dominion University
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Chartway Arena 4320 Hampton Blvd, Norfolk, VA 23529