Organized under the theme, “Global Reset? New Dynamics Facing Business and Policy Leaders,” the 2025 conference will delve into the rapidly evolving economic landscape shaped by intensifying geopolitical and trade tensions, transformative technological advancements, climate change challenges, and mounting fiscal imbalances. Through in-depth discussions and expert insights, the conference will explore how businesses and governments can navigate these pressing and persistent issues to build resilience and foster growth.
Confirmed Speakers:
Heather Boushey, Senior Research Fellow, Reimagining the Economy Project, Harvard Kennedy School
Oren Cass, Founder and Chief Economist, American Compass
Ellen Cooper, Chairman, President, and CEO, Lincoln Financial Group
David Deming, Isabelle and Scott Black Professor of Political Economy, Harvard Kennedy School
Charles Evans, former President & CEO, Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago
Kristin Forbes, Professor of Management and Global Economics, MIT’s Sloan School of Management
Tyler Goodspeed, Chief Economist, ExxonMobil
Kriti Gupta, Vice President and Chief Economist, Global Technology, Cornerstone Research
Randall Kroszner, Professor of Economics, The University of Chicago Booth School of Business
Maya MacGuineas, President of the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget
Alberto G. Musalem, President and CEO, Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis
Adam Posen, President, Peterson Institute for International Economics
Brian Sack, Portfolio Manager and Head of Macro Strategy, Balyasny Asset Management
Phillip Swagel, Director, Congressional Budget Office
Representative David Schweikert (R-AZ), Chairman, Joint Economic Committee,
Congratulations to Princeton Professors Anne Case and Sir Angus Deaton
Winners of the 2025 Paul A. Volcker Lifetime Achievement Award for Economic Policy
The 2025 Volcker Award Lecture will be delivered on the afternoon of Sunday, March 2.
Why Attend?
Engage with Global Leaders: Gain insights from speakers, including economists, policymakers, and executives.
In-Depth Discussions: Deep dives on the issues that matter to you and your organization.
Expand Your Network! Make new contacts at the receptions, coffee breaks, and other networking functions,
Who Should Attend?
Business Economists & Corporate Leaders seeking insights to navigate risks, scenario plan, and drive growth.
Government, Central Bank, & Policy Economists focused on addressing fiscal, monetary, and trade issues.
Investors & Financial Strategists dissecting trends and developments to identify opportunities and risks.
Media Professionals covering global economic issues and policy impacts and finding sources for new stories.
Students & Young Professionals ready to join the NABE community and connect with leaders in our field!
Earn Certificates in Writing Skills & Communication/Presentation Skills
Stay the whole week and earn NABE's Certificates in Writing Skills for Business Economists & Analysts, March 5, and Communication and Presentation Skills for Business Economists & Analysts, March 6-7, at the NABE Conference Center in Washington, DC.
Early-Bird rates for these courses are available through January 29. More info and register here, or check if you're eligible for a scholarship here.
Individuals who have earned the Certified Business Economist® (CBE) Certification are required to earn 30 continuing education credit hours every two years. The NABE Economic Policy Conference qualifies for 15 continuing education credit hours. Please track your hours separately to be reported to NABE at the time of your renewal. CBEs are encouraged to track their credit hours on the CBE Continuing Education Form, which can be downloaded from www.NABE.com/CBE.
Code of Conduct:
All participants at NABE events must abide by the NABE Code of Conduct.