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Webinar: 2023 Economic Outlook - Unique Opportunities in a Potentially Challenging Year

First Bank held an Economic Outlook: Unique Opportunities in a Potentially Challenging Year webinar on January 18th.

George Nicola, Senior Vice President and Chief Investment Officer for First Bank Wealth Management, and a panel of experts discussed the possible challenges investors may face in 2023. From recession to stagflation, the panel unpacked how investors can avoid costly mistakes and capitalize on opportunities that may arise in a potentially challenging year.

Panelists: Sr. Vice President, Chief Investment Officer, First Bank Wealth Management
Alan Strauss, Sr. Partner, Director of Investor Relations, Crystal Capital Partners
Peter Gray, Sr. Managing Director, Altus Properties
Benjamin Hill, Sr. Portfolio Manager, FCI Advisors

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