Try searching for
The New Mainstream Economics
Hispanic Contractors Fill 58% Of New U.S. Construction Jobs But Capture Only 7% Of Industry Revenue
At Velocity 2025, we introduced a Construction and Infrastructure Track to emphasize the physical and economic foundation that’s needed for the physical and economic growth and prosperity of the U.S. Economy. And, the conversation hasn’t stopped. In fact, it’s more crucial than ever. At Velocity 2026, we will continue the growth conversation. As a preview […]
The New Mainstream Economy 101: Chapter 3
If the U.S. Latino cohort were extracted from the United States and operated as its own country: • 5th-largest economy in the world (larger than France & the UK) • 2nd fastest-growing economy, among the world’s top 10 • Growing alongside India, just behind China That’s global economic power — inside the United States. Real-World […]
The New Mainstream Economy 101: Chapter 2
Why GDP Matters for Business GDP isn’t just a macroeconomic headline. It tells you: • How fast an economy is growing → signals market expansion • How much economic activity is happening → shows where money is being spent • How countries compare to one another → helps prioritize markets But here’s where it gets […]
The New Mainstream Economy 101: Chapter 1
If you’ve been following Velocity, you know the term The New Mainstream Economy, coined by renowned global CEO and founder of Velocity, Sol Trujillo. At Velocity 2025, we dropped the data, showed you the market trends, and provided real opportunities for you and your business to invest in the drivers of U.S. economic growth: Do […]
The State Of The U.S. Economy
It’s no secret that the U.S. economy is under serious pressure. Inflation remains persistent, the cost of living is high, interest rates are elevated, and workforce growth has slowed. All of this together is creating stagnation. At its core, the economy runs on consumption. When people spend, businesses and the economy grow. When they don’t, […]
Super Bowl LX: A Masterclass in The New Mainstream Economy
Post Game Reporting with Velocity: Super Bowl LX Edition Sports is a business of fans — and the NFL knows it. Latino fandom has been one of the most significant growth stories in U.S. sports, with the number of Latino NFL fans climbing sharply as football becomes more culturally resonant. Today, Latinos represent one of […]