March 25, 2026 | 6:30 P.M.
The H. F. Langenberg Memorial Speaker Series
In-Person
LINDENWOOD UNIVERSITY – DUNSETH AUDITORIUM IN HARMON HALL
209 S. Kingshighway
St. Charles, MO 63301
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Doors Open – 5:45 P.M. (CT) (Light refreshments)
Program Begins – 6:30 P.M. (CT)
Program Ends – 7:30 P.M. (CT)
Manish Bhatt, Vice President of State Tax Policy at the Tax Foundation, will examine Missouri's tax competitiveness, both regionally and nationally, offer sound tax reform options, and explore the current individual income tax and property tax elimination efforts and how each could affect the state and its tax competitiveness.
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Don't miss this opportunity to engage in meaningful conversations and expand your horizons. Reserve your spot today!​
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The event will start promptly at 6:30 P.M. (CT) and will begin with a presentation by Mr. Bhatt, followed by a Q&A session. It is part of the H.F. Langenberg Memorial Speaker Series, which is proud to be partnering with several organizations and universities around the country.
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Audience members will be able to submit questions prior to the event.​ Open discussion and audience participation are hallmarks of the Langenberg Speaker Series, so the Q&A session will make up a significant part of the program, which will end at 7:30 P.M. (CT).
Featuring:
Manish Bhatt
Manish Bhatt is the Vice President of State Tax Policy at the Tax Foundation, where he oversees the Center for State Tax Policy and the strategic vision for the team. In addition, Manish advises state lawmakers and stakeholders on the principles of sound tax policy.
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He routinely speaks around the country about state and local tax policy, including testifying before state legislatures. In 2024, his recommendations were pivotal to securing Louisiana’s broad tax reform, and he was appointed to Montana’s Property Tax Task Force. His work has been cited by the Financial Times, Forbes, CNBC, Newsweek, USA Today, and many state media outlets.
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Prior to joining the Tax Foundation, Manish counseled clients on foreign currency transactions, international corporate taxation, transfer pricing, and tax accounting at a Big Four accounting firm. Additionally, he has advised several startups and taught business law as an adjunct faculty member at TCU. Manish is a veteran of the US Coast Guard, serving as an officer and Judge Advocate.
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He holds an LLM in taxation from Georgetown University Law Center, a JD from St. Thomas University College of Law, and a BA from the George Washington University. In his free time, Manish enjoys fly fishing, equestrian sports, and skiing with his family.