Join us May 8, 2025, 7:30-9:00 AM, for Dr. Paul Isley’s West Michigan Economic Update.

Dr. Paul Isely is currently Associate Dean and Professor of Economics for the Seidman College of Business at Grand Valley State University. He joined the GVSU faculty in 1995 after earning his Ph.D. in Economics from Purdue University. He also holds an M.S. in Economics from Purdue University and a dual B.S. in Physics and Economics from the University of Wisconsin-Madison.

Since Dr. Isely arrived at GVSU in 1995, he has taught more than 100 classes and 4,000 students. Published more than 50 articles including peer review journal articles, local articles, research reports and grant reports, and made 100’s of presentations on the regional economy. Since 2013, Dr. Isely took has led the forecast team at GVSU for the Seidman College of Business. Since the 2010 he has been interviewed hundreds of times by TV, radio and newspapers on the West Michigan Economy. These interviews included not only local media, but also NPR, USA today, The Wall Street Journal, The Financial Times, BBC, and the AP wire.

Dr. Isely is also active in public service. His research led to his first appointment by Governor Snyder and then renewed by Governor Whitmer of Michigan to the Utility Consumer Participation Board where he is currently the Chair.

No credit card number entry needed for this free meeting—but you do have to enter your address at checkout.

Meeting location: Mary Free Bed YMCA