Carlos Alvarado Quesada
48th President of the Republic of Costa Rica; Awarded the 2022 Planetary Leadership Award by the National Geographic Society
Speaker Dani Rodrik is a renowned economist and Ford Foundation Professor of International Political Economy at Harvard Kennedy School, specializing in economic development, trade, and political economy. He serves as President of the International Economic Association and has authored influential books, including Combating Inequality and Straight Talk on Trade. A trusted advisor to global institutions like the UNDP, World Bank, and IMF, Rodrik continues to shape economic policy and global discussions on inclusive growth.
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Economics speaker Dani Rodrik is a world-renowned economist and academic, currently serving as the Ford Foundation Professor of International Political Economy at the Harvard Kennedy School. His research spans key areas such as economic development, international trade, and political economy, with a current focus on employment and economic growth in both advanced and developing nations.
As a highly influential thought leader, Professor Rodrik has received several prestigious awards, including the Albert O. Hirschman Prize from the Social Science Research Council and the Princess of Asturias Award for Social Sciences. His work continues to shape global discussions on trade policies, industrial strategies, and inclusive growth.
Beyond academia, Rodrik plays a pivotal role in economic policymaking and thought leadership. He serves as President of the International Economic Association and Co-Director of the Economics for Inclusive Prosperity network, a research initiative dedicated to fostering equitable economic policies.
Rodrik is also a prolific author, with influential books that challenge conventional economic wisdom. His notable works include: Combating Inequality: Rethinking Government’s Role (2021, co-edited with Olivier Blanchard); Straight Talk on Trade: Ideas for a Sane World Economy (2017); and also Economics Rules: The Rights and Wrongs of the Dismal Science (2015)
In addition to his academic contributions, speaker Dani Rodrik has advised major global institutions, including the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), the World Bank, and the International Monetary Fund (IMF). His research is widely published in top academic journals, and he frequently contributes opinion pieces to media outlets such as The New York Times and Project Syndicate.
With his deep expertise, influential research, and policy-driven insights, Dani Rodrik remains a leading voice in shaping the future of global economics and governance.
Will globalization decline, and to what extent will the populist backlash shape its future? Can an interconnected global economy coexist with nations' desires for sovereignty?
After years of strong performance, many emerging markets are encountering significant challenges. Has the era of rapid economic growth come to an end?
Industrial policy has made a comeback, but how can governments and businesses steer clear of past mistakes? What key principles define effective and sustainable productive development strategies?
How can growth strategies be customized to fit local contexts? What tools can help identify reform priorities and shape effective policy designs?
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