New Speakers Announced for MHI NCC Fall Leadership Forum

Join MHI for the only community executive-level event of the year: the 2025 MHI National Communities Council Fall Leadership Forum in Chicago November 5-7.

This meeting will dive into the demographic trends and public opinion trends that you need to know in 2026 and beyond. Learn more about the experts who will share insights at this year’s event:

Todd Buchholz

Economist, Investor, Former White House Advisor

Buchholz is a dynamic economist, former White House Director of Economic Policy for President George H.W. Bush, and hedge fund managing director who brings sharp insights and engaging storytelling to global economic trends, innovation and leadership. A Harvard- and Cambridge-educated thinker, Buchholz is a best-selling author, advising global companies and audiences on financial markets, business strategy, and economic trends. He continues to shape public discourse as a regular contributor to major media outlets and by writing commentary about global economic issues.

Eric Finnigan

Vice President of Demographics Research, John Burns Research & Consulting

Finnigan leads demographic research at John Burns Research & Consulting. He is a nationally recognized expert on demographics and the housing market: population growth, migration trends, international immigration and household trends.

George Passantino

Managing Partner, Passantino Andersen Communications

Passantino leads a top strategic communications firm, guiding clients in a variety of industries through advocacy, branding, and crisis management, leveraging decades of experience to influence public opinion and achieve impactful results