ROTARY LUNCHEON: Gary Schlossberg — 2026 Economic Forecast

Gary Schlossberg joins us in the new year to deliver a 2026 economic forecast. He is a global strategist for Wells Fargo Investment Institute (WFII), a subsidiary of Wells Fargo Bank, N.A.

Gary is responsible for identifying global macroeconomic and political trends, their impacts on financial markets, and their potential opportunities and risks for investment portfolios. He conducts internal and external presentations, and he produces market updates, special reports, and white papers that articulate views to help investors meet their long-term financial goals.

Prior to joining WFII, Gary worked as a senior economist with Wells Fargo Asset Management, formerly the bank’s institutional investment manager, and in the bank’s Economics Department. He began his career as a researcher with the U.S. Treasury Department and the Federal Reserve Board.

Gary earned a Master of Arts in economics from the Pennsylvania State University and an undergraduate degree from the City College of New York. He is based in San Francisco.

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For in-person attendees: We welcome all attendees! The in-person registration cost for all adults and children is $45 until 11:59 AM on Friday, January 2, 2026. The meeting cost increases to $60 at noon and beyond on January 2, 2026 and includes any walk-ins on Tuesday, January 6.

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