LA5 Club Meeting - 10/23/26: Getting Down to Business: The Markets and Economy with Frank Mottek and the Panel

Location: City Club LA

Frank Mottek (daily radio show “Mottek on Money”) moderates a distinguished panel on “Getting Down to Business: The Markets and Economy with Frank Mottek and the Panel”

The panel includes economist ROBERT KLEINHENZ, whose expertise includes forecasting and economic impact analysis; KEN WINANS has served as a portfolio manager, investment analyst, and financial writer; and JIM HAUSBERG, managing director of Hightower, advises clients on asset allocation and portfolio construction.

Robert Kleinhenz, Ph.D., is Principal Economist and Founder of the firm Kleinhenz Economics. A leading voice on the economy, Dr. Kleinhenz has over 30 years of experience and expertise. He has worked with numerous clients in the private sector, the public sector, and academia, and has produced a variety of economic forecasts, economic impact studies, industry studies, housing analyses, and public policy analyses. A frequent contributor to the media, he has been interviewed by NPR and other radio and television stations, the Los Angeles Times, the San Francisco Chronicle, and numerous other news outlets.

Kenneth G. Winans is a celebrated investment management entrepreneur, a renowned financial history author, and an active philanthropist & community leader. Over a 30-year career, he has conducted innovative investment research and designed innovative investment strategies while serving as a portfolio manager, investment analyst, and financial writer. Unique in the financial services industry, Mr. Winans has documented “track records” as a market strategist and a portfolio manager.

James Hausberg, a Managing Director and Partner, joined Hightower from Presidio Wealth Management, where he developed and advised his clients on asset allocation and portfolio construction. Over his 40-year career in the finance industry, James has built a reputation for his investment knowledge and integrity. He serves on several nonprofit boards and has been an active member of many organizations in Los Angeles, including the Concern Foundation for cancer research and Jewish Vocational Services. James graduated from the University of Southern California and holds Series 7, 63, and 65 Licenses.