The Road Ahead 2026: Money & Markets

Event date/time: January 13, 2026 from 10:30 am – 2:00 pm

Location: UW Fluno Center Skyview Room, 601 University Ave, Madison, WI (this is an In-person only event).

As we enter 2026, businesses engaged in international trade face a shifting global landscape shaped by heightened volatility, persistent labor shortages, and mounting U.S. debt pressures. These forces are driving profound changes in supply chains, capital flows, and foreign exchange markets—demanding strategic adaptation and risk-informed decision making.

What will drive the U.S. economy in 2026?  This session unpacks how tariffs, advances in AI, and shifts in immigration are shaping the next phase of market growth. We’ll explore how these forces are influencing inflation, competitiveness, and the value of the U.S. dollar — and what it all means for businesses making strategic decisions in a changing global landscape. Expect clear insights, practical takeaways, and a forward look at the trends every leader should be watching.

Join MITA for this essential discussion featuring two distinguished experts who will provide insight into what lies ahead for globally oriented companies.

Who Should Attend:

Business leaders, CFOs, supply chain executives, treasury and risk professionals, trade advisors, and anyone navigating the complexities of global commerce.

Speakers:

John Min, Chief Economist, Monex USA

We are pleased to welcome back Dr. John Min, Chief Economist at Monex USA, where he is responsible for working with corporate clients to mitigate and manage their FX risks. Prior to joining Monex USA, he was the Founder and Chief Economist at World First USA and served as the VP of Sales at Ruesch International, an international financial institution based in Washington, DC.

Throughout his career, John has consulted for companies such as JP Morgan Chase, Everbank, Management Concepts, Western Union, AFEX, and Ebury. Outside work, John teaches economics at Northern Virginia Community College and advises startup fintech’s including 1Konto and Clearshift. He earned his MBA from George Washington University and his Doctorate in Economics from George Mason University in Fairfax, Virginia.

Brandon Koeser, Financial Institutions Channel Leader, RSM US LLP

Brandon Koeser is a senior analyst in RSM’s Industry Eminence Program where he works with RSM’s team of North American economists understanding, forecasting and communicating economic, business, technology and regulatory trends shaping the industries RSM serves. Through this effort, Brandon advises RSM clients on the business conditions, industry trends and regulatory developments influencing their ecosystems, allowing them to better navigate uncertain times in a more confident manner.

AGENDA:

10:30 AM – 12:00 PM   Registration & Networking
12:00 PM – 12:30 PM   Lunch
12:30 PM – 1:45 PM      Welcome, Opening Remarks, Speaker Remarks
1:45 PM – 2:00 PM        Q & A Session and Closing Remarks

Cost of Admission: In -person (with lunch included): MITA Members $55; Non-members $80 

The Key-program Sponsor for the January 13 event is RSM US LLP.

MITA’s events are Co-sponsored by its Platinum Sponsors:  M.E. Dey &Co, WEDC, Kroll,  OEC Group,  FTI Consulting and Star7