Connaughton to discuss state’s economic performance December 11

UNC Charlotte economist John Connaughton will present his quarterly economic forecast for North Carolina to regional business leaders and the media December 11 at the Capital Grille Exchange Room (201 N. Tryon Street). The forecast, funded by TIAA-CREF, provides a review of North Carolina’s recent economic performance and an estimation of the state’s future growth. Connaughton is the TIAA-CREF professor of economics in the Belk College of Business and a highly-regarded expert on regional economics. A limited number of seats are available to the campus community and the public for the luncheon presentation, which begins at 11:30 AM There is no charge to attend. For more information or to RSVP, email belknews@uncc.edu .