Todd Buchholz

Former White House Director of Economic Policy, Bestselling Author, Renowned Eco Keynote Speaker

Main Conference Day 1 - Wednesday October 15

8:10 AM Keynote Address: Tariffs, Trade Wars, and the Factory Floor: The Real Impact on U.S. Manufacturing

In a global economy where supply chains stretch across continents and geopolitical tensions drive economic policy, tariffs have once again become a defining tool of U.S. trade strategy. But what happens when the policy hits the factory floor?  


Join Todd Buchholz, one of the world’s most engaging economic minds, as he unpacks the profound and unexpected effects of tariffs on U.S. manufacturing operations. Drawing from his experience at the White House and Wall Street, Buchholz will peel back the layers on how tariff policy is reshaping operations—from raw material costs and automation investments to international competitiveness and workforce strategy. 


This keynote is not just about economics—it’s about your business. Expect a fast-paced, thought-provoking session that translates policy into boardroom strategy. 

Check out the incredible speaker line-up to see who will be joining Todd.

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