Business Outlook in 2026
This event is part of our Business Seminar Series, designed to keep members and the business community informed on the latest industry trends and help connect the Japanese and American professionals. Join us at The Bonadio Group’s office in Dallas to network with other attendees while learning valuable insights about Japanese real estate investments, economic prospects for 2026, and an overview of M&A activities, tariffs, and taxes.
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Thursday, February 12th 6:00 – 8:00 PM *Free Parking at the venue* |
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| Location
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The Bonadio Group 7557 Rambler Rd, Dallas, TX 75231 2nd Floor Conference Room |
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| Price
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$30 All members and employees of JASDFW & DJA corporate members, JCW, and collaborating partners
$40 Non-Members |
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| Event Schedule
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5:45 PM Registration Opens 5:45 – 6:30 Networking 6:30 – 7:30 Presentation 7:30 – 8:00 Q&A 8:00 PM Close of Event |
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Registration is required to attend and limited to 50 attendees
Light food and refreshments will be provided for attendees.
Welcome Remarks by
Josh Whitworth
Tax Partner
The Bonadio Group
Bonadio Group, founded in 1978, is a leading top-ranked national accounting and advisory firm offering comprehensive services to assist clients by providing tailor-made solutions to meet the unique needs of any business. Bonadio speakers will be Speaking on an overview of the market in the US on M&A, tariffs, and taxes in 2026.
Josh brings almost 20 years of experience in the accounting industry, specializing in international tax compliance and consulting. As an International Tax Services Partner, he works closely with companies navigating complex cross-border tax issues, providing guidance on both outbound and inbound compliance and consulting. He will moderate the event and speakers.
Speakers:
George Goncalves
Managing Director
MUFG (Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group)
MUFG is Japan’s largest financial group and one of the world’s leading global financial institutions, with 2,700 locations in over 50 countries and regions.
George Goncalves joined MUFG in 2021 as head of U.S. Macro Strategy with a mandate to formulate U.S. fixed income views, drive market strategy, and actionable trade ideas for clients. George is an active guest on Bloomberg TV and a frequently quoted source in various financial media outlets. He will talk about the US 2026 Outlook: Exploring the K-shaped economy and rates implications.
Seiji Ohtomo
Senior Vice President
Taisei USA
Taisei Corporation, founded in 1873, is one of the top five Japanese companies involved in the construction and real estate development industry. Its main areas of business are building construction, civil engineering, and real estate development.
Seiji Ohtomo is a real estate and urban development professional with nearly 20 years of experience at Taisei Corporation, specializing in global real estate investment and development. Since 2017, he has led overseas initiatives, including the establishment and management of U.S. and Southeast Asia operations.
Richard Bigham
Assurance Partner
The Bonadio Group
Rick has over 20 years of experience in public accounting, serving a wide-ranging client base on Bonadio’s Construction and Real Estate team in both the Dallas, Texas and Abany, New York offices. His primary focus is serving the construction, real estate, and manufacturing industries, overseeing external audits, construction and real estate litigation support examinations, internal control assessments, and compliance engagements.
Jay Jerose
Advisory and Consulting Partner
The Bonadio Group
Jay specializes in various business consulting services to improve operations and aid decision-making. Jay has specific services focused on tax planning, feasibility studies, start-up consulting, projections/forecasting, inventory consulting, federal and state excise tax consulting, management consulting and analysis, and general business advisory. He has industry-specific focuses in manufacturing, distribution, technology, service providers, cannabis, and construction/real estate industries.
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