Our economist and finance speakers bring a deeper understanding of world economic news and its impact on the global economy. These economists and financial experts provide analysis on everything from fiscal policy to the influence of globalization.
Todd Buchholz
<p>Former White House director of economic policy, Harvard professor and hedge fund guru Todd Buchholz is a leading expert on global economic trends, finance, and market volatility. </p><p>He has predicted trends with astonishing accuracy. Buchholz's editorials in the <i>The Wall Street Journal</i> correctly forecasted the 2001 slowdown in the U.S.
Zanny Minton Beddoes
<p>Editor-in-chief of<em> The Economist </em>and named one of the "Most Powerful Women in the World” by <em>Forbes</em>, Zanny Minton Beddoes is a renowned global economics expert, sought-after for her authoritative perspectives on the world economy.</p><p>The first female editor in <em>The Economist’s</em> 170+-year history, Minton Beddoes previously served as the publication’s business affairs editor, economics editor and emerging-markets correspondent.
Peter Ricchiuti
<p>The award-winning business professor and Wall Street expert shares his informative and entertaining perspective on what’s ahead for the economy, and what the financial markets are telling us about the outlook for U.S. businesses. </p><p>Peter Ricchiuti has taught finance at Tulane University since 1986.
Geoff Colvin
<p>Geoff Colvin is an award-winning author, broadcaster, and speaker on the most significant trends and issues impacting business and the economy. As Fortune magazine's Senior Editor-at-Large, Colvin has an insider's perspective fueled by long-standing relationships with the world's top leaders in business and government.</p>
Brian Wesbury
<p>Brian Wesbury is Chief Economist at First Trust Advisors L.P., a financial services firm based in Wheaton, Illinois.</p><p>Mr. Wesbury has been a member of the Academic Advisory Council of the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago since 1999. In 2012, he was named a Fellow of the George W. Bush Presidential Center in Dallas, TX where he works closely with its 4%-Growth Project.
Sallie Krawcheck
<p>With a reputation for integrity, creativity, independence of thought, a sense of humor and an unrelenting focus on results, Sallie Krawcheck has built a career that has reached the top levels of success across a range of functions: as a senior corporate executive, as a research analyst and now as an entrepreneur.
Guy Adami
Guy Adami, one of the original Fast Money traders, shares his latest breaking insights on how investors and businesses can navigate the volatility of the markets and global economy.
Using his experience and financial savvy, Guy takes a stance against using outmoded models for investment. In a dynamic fashion, he breaks down how today’s headlines will affect businesses and industrial sectors. With a lively, take-no-prisoners style, Guy will walk through how businesses can respond to these market trends – and thrive amid the turbulence.
Rich Karlgaard
<p>A trusted global voice on innovation and future trends, Rich Karlgaard helps businesses navigate economic uncertainty—from trade and geopolitics to breakthrough advancements in AI.</p><p>Drawing on his nearly 30 years as publisher and futurist at <em>Forbes,</em> Rich Karlgaard advises CEOs, entrepreneurs, and global investors on how to navigate disruption, capitalize on emerging technologies, and lead with clarity through economic and geopolitical shifts. </p><p>From his experience running Forbes investor cruises, his role hosting the <em>
Jean Chatzky
<p>Jean Chatzky is the founder and CEO of HerMoney.com and FinanceFixx. </p><p>She is the host of the podcast <i>HerMoney</i> With Jean Chatzky. The financial editor of <i>NBC Today</i> for 25 years and the Financial Ambassador for AARP, she appears frequently on CNN, MSNBC and was a recurring guest on <i>The Oprah Winfrey Show</i>. She is a <i>New York Times</i> and <i>Wall Street Journal</i> best-selling author.
Vivek Wadhwa
<p>Technology is creating the most exciting innovations the world has ever seen. It is also causing anxiety about our future. Navigating technological change at light speed is much harder if you don't have a trusted Sherpa to be your guide.</p><p>Vivek has rejoined Harvard as a Distinguished Fellow, Harvard Law School, Labor and Worklife Program, where he will help lead a critical three year research project on the effects of technology on future employment and work. This will be the first study on how technology will effect the core foundations of our economy. <