In this solo episode, Doug Farren from the National Center for the Middle Market takes a forward-looking approach to 2025. He discusses key trends impacting middle market companies, including improving macroeconomic conditions, rising business confidence, advancements in technology like AI, and talent management strategies. Doug also provides insights from NCMM's latest Middle Market Indicator survey, offering projections for revenue growth, employment expansion, and innovation. Tune in for a comprehensive sneak peek at the challenges and opportunities shaping the middle market's vital role in the U.S. economy.