Noted UCLA economist Jerry Nickelsburg has been added to the lineup of speakers for the 2011 North Los Angeles County Economic and Real Estate Outlook event.

Presented by the Santa Clarita Valley Economic Development Corporation and the College of the Canyons, the event will take place from 7:30 to 11 a.m. April 28 in the Grand Ballroom of the Hyatt Regency in Valencia.

Nickelsburg, Senior Economist for the UCLA Anderson Forecast, is expected to present his insight into California’s trade sectors to the conference.

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Many regional business leaders may recognize Nickelsburg as a regular presenter at the Los Angeles Mayor’s Economic Conference and as a contributor to the Financial Times, New York Times and Los Angeles Times. His research has been essential to better understanding the impact of changes in Southern California’s aerospace, entertainment and trade sectors.

His presentation will be one of three given at the half-day conference, designed to provide attendees with a comprehensive economic analysis and outlook for the coming year. The event primarily focused on the trends and issues associated with Northern Los Angeles County and the surrounding business community.

“We are excited to have Dr. Nicklesburg at our conference this year,” commented Dr. Dena Maloney, Vice President of Economic Development and the college’s Canyon Country campus. “The UCLA Anderson Forecast is one of the most highly respected and reliable sources of economic information in the country. Businesses that have detailed information like this can make more informed decisions, and are better positioned to enhance the economic recovery of the region.”

Tickets to the 2011 North Los Angeles County Economic & Real Estate Outlook are $125 and walk-in registration the day of the event is $150. Registration includes admission to the event, continental breakfast, and a complimentary copy of the 2011 North Los Angeles County Economic Outlook Report (an $85 value).

To purchase tickets or for more information about the 2011 North Los Angeles County Economic & Real Estate Outlook, please visit www.scvedc.org and click on the “Economic Outlook” banner or call (661) 288-4400.