Economic Outlook Luncheon

Above: Dr. Michael Hicks presents his economic forecast at the annual Indiana Economic Outlook.

About the Indiana Economic Outlook

The Indiana Economic Outlook is an annual event held in January in downtown Muncie. This popular event for the local business community features an economic forecast for the new year and keynote insights from a leader in business, industry, or government. The program begins with a meal followed by presentations and audience Q&A. Between 200 and 300 people attend each year.

Previous keynote speakers include Federal Reserve Bank officials, Indiana governors and lieutenant governors, leaders of state agencies, elected officials to Congress, and highly respected industry experts.

Why Sponsor the Outlook?

Your sponsorship of the Indiana Economic Outlook helps us to organize the best event possible while keeping ticket prices affordable to the general public. For more than a decade, AP Economics students from local high schools have also had the opportunity to attend through the generous contributions of sponsors. Ball State CBER is strongly committed to providing our community and future generations with knowledge and resources to understand important issues in economics, public policy, and community growth.

We welcome your support at any level! Contact our office to discuss options, or use our online form.

Economic Outlook Sponsor Levels

Title Sponsor – $10,000

One sponsorship available

  • Front row seating for six tables of 6 (36 seats)
  • Top-level billing – "The 2025 Indiana Economic Outlook, Proudly Sponsored by Your Business"
  • Option to give opening remarks at event
  • Option for branded display/signage at event (must comply with venue policies)
  • Logo on all event marketing
  • Complimentary centerpieces w/ logo
  • Thank you during program

Keynote Sponsor – $5,000

One sponsorship available

  • Preferred seating for three tables of 6 (18 seats)
  • Featured billing – "The 2025 Keynote Speaker, Sponsored by Your Business"
  • Logo on invitation, website, and digital materials
  • Complimentary centerpieces w/ logo
  • Thank you during program

Program Sponsor – $1,500

  • Preferred seating for one table of 6
  • Logo on website and digital materials
  • Complimentary centerpiece w/ logo
  • Thank you during program

Business Table Sponsor – $750

  • Table of 6
  • Complimentary centerpiece w/ logo
  • Thank you during program

Student Table Sponsor – $300

  • Table donated for student attendees from local schools (incl. Muncie Central High School and Yorktown High School)
  • Group photo from student attendees
  • Thank you during program

We welcome your support at any level!

Select Your Sponsorship

About CBER

The Center for Business and Economic Research (CBER) at Ball State University conducts relevant, timely research on economic issues that affect communities in Indiana and beyond. For more than 50 years, we've been a trusted resource for public officials, leaders in the community, journalists, and the general public.