Navigating Economics: From Academia to Industry

This chapter chronicles the speaker's journey from their early career in economics, influenced by their Nobel laureate advisor, to the establishment of a forecasting firm. It highlights the technological advancements in economic analysis during the transition to personal computing, and the impact of the dot-com boom on regional economics. The narrative culminates in reflections on advising the Obama administration post-2008 crisis, underlining the importance of responsible economic practices.