# Event Details - **Event Name**: 2026 RIA Economic Summit - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 16 Jan, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Sat, 17 Jan, 2026 at 04:00 pm - **Event Description**: Join leading voices in wealth management, investment strategy, retirement planning, and financial wellness at the 2026 Economic Summit.About this Event2026 Economic Summit: The Future of Digital Assets, Artificial Intelligence, and InvestingJoin us for the 2026 Economic Summit, a premier event bringing together leading voices in finance, technology, and innovation. This year’s summit will explore how digital assets, artificial intelligence, and shifting market dynamics are shaping the future of investing.Gain insights from industry experts, including:Keynote Speaker Ed Slott "America's IRA Exert"Lance Roberts, Michael Lebowitz, and Adam Taggart on the latest investment strategies and market outlookAI thought leader Brain Dunlap on how artificial intelligence is transforming decision-making in financeTop cryptocurrency expert Vinay Gupta on the evolving landscape of digital assetsWhether you’re an investor, advisor, or simply curious about the future of money and technology, this event is designed to provide practical knowledge and forward-looking perspectives.Register today to secure your spot at the forefront of financial innovation.Saturday Agenda?: 07:00 AM - 08:00 AMRegistration + Welcome BreakfastInfo: parking, what is served for breakfast, what room are we in Network with other attendees and meet our team of CFP® professionals.?: 08:00 AM - 08:45 AMEd Slott (need a title)Host: Ed SlottInfo: Ed Slott,CPA, is a nationally recognized IRA distribution expert, professional speaker, television personality, and best-selling author. He is known for his unparalleled ability to turn advanced tax strategies into understandable, actionable and entertaining advice. He has been named “The Best Source for IRA Advice” by The Wall Street Journal, and USA Today wrote, “It would be tough to find anyone who knows more about IRAs than CPA Slott.” As president and founder of Ed Slott and Company, LLC, the nation’s leading source of accurate, timely IRA expertise and analysis to financial advisors, institutions, consumers and media. Mr. Slott is a Professor of Practice at The American College of Financial Services and regularly presents keynote presentations on IRA and estate planning strategies at both consumer events and conferences for financial advisors, insurance professionals, CPAs and attorneys, including virtual events drawing thousands of attendees nationwide. ?: 09:00 AM - 10:00 AMFinancial Planning Q & A + 10 Action Items before EOYHost: Danny Ratliff and Richard RossoInfo: Danny Ratliff - Sr. Financial Advisor, CFP®, ChFC® and Richard Rosso - Director of Financial Planning, MS, CFP®, CIMA®, CEPA®, TPCP® provide valuable insights on how to effectively structure your savings, manage risk, and craft a secure future for your retirement.?: 10:15 AM - 11:00 AMBrian Dunlap (AI)Host: Brian Dunlap, CIMA®, DACFP® Director Info: Brian Dunlap, CIMA®, CBDA® is a senior product strategist covering BlackRock’s Thematic, Alpha, Digital Assets & Alternatives ETFs within BlackRock’s Global Product Solutions organization. Brian is responsible for engaging with BlackRock’s clients to represent his team’s product expertise, market views, industry & investment trends and portfolio insights. Brian is also responsible for managing a team of product strategists across several suites of ETFs including thematic, digital assets, real assets and active ETFs, among others. Prior to this role, Brian was the Head of Fixed Income & Multi-Asset Product within BlackRock’s US Wealth business. There he was responsible for partnering with Portfolio Managers and our sales teams to establish and execute the distribution strategy, craft the commercial narrative and lead product innovation for USWA across this product suite.?: 11:00 AM - 11:30 AMLunchInfo: what's for lunch??: 11:30 AM - 12:15 PMMike Lebowitz presentationHost: Michael Lebowitz Portfolio Manager, CFA®Info: add description?: 12:30 PM - 01:15 PMLance Roberts presentationHost: Lance RobertsInfo: Lance Roberts Chief Investment Strategist?: 01:30 PM - 02:15 PMDe Mystifying Digital AssetsHost: Vinay Gupta?: 02:30 PM - 04:00 PMQ&A with Adam Taggart, Lance Roberts, Mike LebowitzHost: RIA Strategists, Portfolio ManagersInfo: Gain direct insight into today’s markets and tomorrow’s opportunities at this interactive roundtable discussion with the investment professionals behind your financial strategy. This session is designed to give clients and guests a transparent, behind-the-scenes look at how our strategists and portfolio managers navigate market trends, manage risk, and align investment decisions with long-term financial planning goals. Whether you have questions about the economic outlook, asset allocation, portfolio construction, or market volatility, this is your opportunity to ask them directly to the experts managing and guiding investment strategies every day. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/houston/2026-ria-economic-summit/100001765951641899 - **Event Categories**: business, art, artificial-intelligence, health-wellness, fine-arts, literary-art - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 233, max: 290, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Houston - **state**: TX - **country**: United States - **location**: Hotel Sonesta - **lat**: 29.7440492 - **long**: -95.45888889999999 - **full address**: Hotel Sonesta, 2222 West Loop South, Houston, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: 2026 RIA Economic Summit - **Image URL**: https://dyn-image.allevents.in/generate-image?v=4&title=2026+RIA+Economic+Summit&date=Fri%2C+16+Jan%2C+2026+at+06%3A00+pm&bg=5 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is 2026 RIA Economic Summit being held? - **A:** 2026 RIA Economic Summit takes place on Fri, 16 Jan, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Sat, 17 Jan, 2026 at 04:00 pm at Hotel Sonesta, 2222 West Loop South, Houston, United States. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for 2026 RIA Economic Summit? - **A:** Ticket prices for 2026 RIA Economic Summit range from USD 233 to USD 290 depending on the ticket type. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityGeneral AdmissionUSD 233 + USD 15 fee + USD 18 taxAvailableVIP Friday Night Mixer and Saturday SummitUSD 290 + USD 19 fee + USD 22 taxAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing 2026 RIA Economic Summit? - **A:** 2026 RIA Economic Summit is organized by RIA Advisors. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** 2026 RIA Economic Summit is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Houston, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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