Matt Heiner, senior editor of “SmartMoney,” will discuss the impact of the national election results at UALR’s Fall Economic Forecast Conference luncheon on Wednesday, Nov. 5.

Prior to lunch, Dan Thornton, vice president and economic advisor of the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis, will discuss the economic outlook for the nation, region, and state.

Registration and a continental breakfast will begin at 9:30 a.m., followed by welcoming remarks and followed by Thornton’s outlooks.

Following lunch, a panel discussion on the impact of the Fayetteville Shale development on communities will feature Conway County Judge Jimmy Hart; Brad Lacy, president and CEO of the Conway Development Corp.; and Jerry Cash, director of economic development for the city of Cleburne, Texas. He will discuss the impact of Barnett Shale development had on Texas communities.

Registration for the conference is $50 per person. For more information or make reservations, contact Neva Wayman at 501.569.8551.