2026 Winter Economic Forum
Dennis Assanis, Charles Hopper, and Peter Rupert shared updates on their organizations and national trends.
Previous Speaking Engagements
The Economic Forecast Project (EFP) provides a range of special services, such as economic impact studies, surveys, and public speaking engagements. To highlight its expertise and the value it brings to diverse audience, EFP publishes short summaries of its speaking engagements. Dr. Peter Rupert has presented at prominent organizations, such as the Scholarship Foundation of Santa Barbara, Rotary Club of Carpinteria, and UC Sacramento. Explore more below.
Economics and Education
Key Takeaways from the Santa Barbara County Education Office Meeting with Peter Rupert
2025 State of the County
Santa Barbara South Coast Chamber of Commerce 2025 State of the County
Preparing the Next Generation of Professionals
UCSB Latinx Business Association Leadership Conference
Current Economic Outlook
Highlights from the Federal Open Market Committee and Comments on the Current Economic Outlook
The Importance of Education and Scholarships
Community Leaders Luncheon for the Scholarship Foundation of Santa Barbara