Jim Trutko is a market research and economic analyst, consultant, writer, public policy analyst, and data visualization professional. Jim has held positions with The Plain Dealer, Greater Cleveland Growth Association, and writes occasionally for Crain’s Cleveland Business.  He was involved in several entrepreneurial ventures, wrote a report on franchising for the SBA and counsels entrepreneurs with Business Advisers of Cleveland. He will update participants about the economic contraction that has occurred, discuss the rebound and, share 2023 economic trends & insights.