First Mid to host free June 5 webinar on tariffs and their economic impact
Iris Wang
First Mid recently announced an upcoming free webinar titled Tariffs & Their Impact on the Economy, designed to help individuals and businesses better understand how trade policy shapes financial markets, supply chains, and overall economic growth.
The free webinar will take place from 10 to 11 a.m. (CT) on Thursday, June 5, 2025, and is open to the public.
Registration is required. To register for the webinar, visit firstmid.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_jWbCpbByRmyzkDLrBw8vBw.
Those interested in registering can also contact their First Mid relationship manager.
Presenter Iris Wang, vice president of Portfolio Management for Asset Management Services (AMS) at Raymond James Financial, will explore the current state of global trade, recent developments in tariff policy, and what they mean for businesses, investors, and consumers alike.
With a background in fixed income securities, Wang is currently responsible for setting asset allocation policy and making investment decisions for AMS discretionary portfolios and the Raymond James Strategic Recommended models. She joined the industry in 2008 and Raymond James in 2022. Holding a bachelor’s degree in Economics and International Business from China University of Political Science and Law and a master’s degree in finance from Case Western Reserve University, Wang earned her Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation in 2014 and has extensive experience in investment research and portfolio management for institutional assets.
“Trade policies can create ripple effects across industries and communities,” said Brad Beesley, CEO at First Mid Wealth Management. “This webinar is part of our ongoing commitment to provide timely insights that help our customers and communities make informed financial decisions.”
Whether you’re a business owner looking to manage risk, an investor tracking market trends, or simply interested in global economics, this session offers valuable context and takeaways.
About First Mid Bancshares Inc.
First Mid Bancshares Inc. is the parent company of First Mid Bank & Trust N.A., First Mid Insurance Group, and First Mid Wealth Management Company. First Mid is a $7.6 billion community-focused organization that provides financial services including banking, insurance, wealth management, brokerage, and ag services through a network of locations in Illinois, Missouri, Texas, and Wisconsin, and a loan production office in Indiana. Together, the First Mid team takes great pride in providing solutions and services to its customers and communities and has done so since 1865. This year, it celebrates its 160th anniversary, marking a long history of dedication and service.
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