Kevin Warsh

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  • Member of the Board of Governors, Federal Reserve System (2006-2011)
  • Executive Secretary, National Economic Council (2002-2006)
  • Member of the Group of Thirty (G30)
  • Shepard Family Distinguished Visiting Fellow in Economics, The Hoover Institution

Monetary policy expert and economist Kevin Warsh’s insights are sought by financial authorities globally. Governor Warsh served as a member of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System (2006-2011). He was named the Federal Reserve's representative to the Group of Twenty (G-20), where he became Administrative Governor, managing and overseeing the Board's operations, personnel, and financial performance. Prior to his appointment to the Board, Warsh served as Special Assistant to the President for Economic Policy and Executive Secretary of the White House National Economic Council (2002-2006). Previously, Warsh was a member of the Mergers & Acquisitions department at Morgan Stanley & Co. in New York, serving as Vice President and Executive Director. Warsh’s experiences across the private and public sectors give him a holistic understanding of global markets. As a speaker, Warsh draws on his decades of experience across financial institutions to advise organizations on the impact of ongoing fiscal policy rollouts.

Warsh currently sits on several boards and is a member of the Group of Thirty (G30). He is also a Shepard Family Distinguished Visiting Fellow in Economics at the Hoover Institution and lecturer at the Stanford Graduate School of Business. Warsh’s deep expertise in the inner workings of major global financial institutions fuels his independent research in the field of economics. Central banks often seek his advice. Recently, British Parliament has adopted Warsh’s independent report to the Bank of England proposing reforms to the conduct of monetary policy in the United Kingdom. His authoritative and enlightening presentations on both domestic and international economic issues help audiences and corporations understand the impact of U.S. and foreign monetary policy.

 


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Past Hosts Include:
  • Honeywell
  • Cross Lake Partners
  • CFA Society of Atlanta
  • Consumer Brands Association
  • Honeywell
  • Center for Business and Public Policy at the University of Illinois
  • Retail Industry Leaders Association
  • U.S. financial institution
  • The Hartford Financial Services Group
  • Strategas Research Partners
Rave Reviews About Kevin Warsh
LOVE, LOVE Kevin Warsh! He was all the buzz! Couldn’t have gone any better. It was great to work with [him]! Thank you so much!

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Talks & Conversations with Kevin Warsh
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In Conversation with Kevin Warsh

Internationally renowned economist KEVIN WARSH reflects on the trends governing our markets today. Based on his years navigating both domestic affairs and international financial diplomacy, Warsh breaks down the impact of policy on markets at home and abroad. Drawing on insights from the front lines ...

Internationally renowned economist KEVIN WARSH reflects on the trends governing our markets today. Based on his years navigating both domestic affairs and international financial diplomacy, Warsh breaks down the impact of policy on markets at home and abroad. Drawing on insights from the front lines of finance, Warsh helps companies and individuals discern their next strategic moves based on economic headlines.

The Global Economic Outlook

Drawing from his time leading the U.S. Federal Reserve and later work reforming the United Kingdom’s monetary policy, KEVIN WARSH gives insight into the state of global markets today. Combining a background in financial markets with decades as an international economic policy advisor, Warsh provides ...

Drawing from his time leading the U.S. Federal Reserve and later work reforming the United Kingdom’s monetary policy, KEVIN WARSH gives insight into the state of global markets today. Combining a background in financial markets with decades as an international economic policy advisor, Warsh provides an in-depth understanding of critical issues including economic growth, job creation, regulation, housing, inflation, monetary policy, global trade, and more.

Making Tough Decisions: Leadership, Money, and the Fed

Monetary policy expert KEVIN WARSH acted as the Fed’s chief liaison to Wall Street and representative to the Group of Twenty during and after the 2008 financial crisis. In this insightful discussion, Warsh reflects on his work leading the U.S. out of disaster’s aftermath, and what lessons can be app ...

Monetary policy expert KEVIN WARSH acted as the Fed’s chief liaison to Wall Street and representative to the Group of Twenty during and after the 2008 financial crisis. In this insightful discussion, Warsh reflects on his work leading the U.S. out of disaster’s aftermath, and what lessons can be applied to the permacrises facing business leaders today. Decoding what industry and business leaders can expect in both the long and short term, Warsh uses his experience to lay out a roadmap spurring economic growth and fostering stability amid turbulent financial markets.

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Kevin Warsh receives rave reviews, “one of the best speakers we have heard in many years”

Monetary policy expert, U.S. Federal Reserve Governor, and White House insider KEVIN WARSH consistently receives rave reviews from his speaking engagements. Selected to address an audience of over 1,000 CEOs and CFOs at the National Rural Utilities Cooperative Finance Corporation's Forum to reveal strategies for economic growth, Warsh is in-demand for his actionable, on-the-nose analysis and sharp sense of humor. As the National Rural Utilities Cooperative Finance Corporation praised: "Kevin Warsh provided a very intelligent, coherent summary of Fed policy; the current economy; and its potential dark clouds. He was entertaining when he needed to be; serious when he should be; responsive and engaging during Q and A. He was one of the best speakers we have heard in many years."

Warsh is a member of the Group of Thirty (G30) and the Panel of Economic Advisers of the Congressional Budget Office (CBO). His input shapes global markets daily. Warsh’s proximity to the world’s financial decision-makers informs his already-insightful analysis. The Center for Business and Public Policy at the University of Illinois said, Kevin Warsh was outstanding! He delivered interesting and insightful comments with energy and enthusiasm. A great event for us!”

Watch Kevin Warsh in conversation at the Economic Policies for the 21st Century Forum >>

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Kevin Warsh’s economic research insights reform central banks globally

Economist KEVIN WARSH’s independent research revitalized the Bank of England when the British Parliament voted to adopt his recommendation for internal reforms. Warsh is currently the Shepard Family Distinguished Visiting Fellow in Economics at Stanford’s Hoover Institution. He is also a former U.S. Federal Reserve Governor. Warsh has dedicated his career to rigorous scholarship impacting global markets. The British Parliament’s movement to adopt his recommendation for monetary policy reforms showcases the value of Warsh’s recommendations and authority on the topic.

A thought leader on the cutting edge of financial economic research, Warsh can analyze the impact of upcoming legislation on any market. Warsh’s insights help leaders make decisions and build coherent strategies in an ever-shifting economic landscape. One of the “Top 10” U.S. financial institutions said, Kevin was terrific. The board and senior executives truly appreciated the nuanced information he was able to provide from his first-hand experience...”

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Read Warsh’s column with for the Hoover Institution here >>

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Biography

Kevin Warsh serves as the Shepard Family Distinguished Visiting Fellow in Economics at the Hoover Institution and lecturer at the Stanford Graduate School of Business.

He advises several private and public companies, including service on the board of directors of UPS.  Warsh is also a member of the Group of Thirty (G30).  

Warsh conducts extensive research in the field of economics and finance.  He issued an independent report to the Bank of England proposing reforms in the conduct of monetary policy in the United Kingdom.  Parliament recently adopted the report’s recommendations.

Governor Warsh served as a member of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System from 2006 until 2011.  Warsh served as the Federal Reserve's representative to the Group of Twenty (G-20) and as the Board's emissary to the emerging and advanced economies in Asia. In addition, he was Administrative Governor, managing and overseeing the Board's operations, personnel, and financial performance.

Prior to his appointment to the Board, from 2002 until 2006, Warsh served as Special Assistant to the President for Economic Policy and Executive Secretary of the White House National Economic Council.  Previously, Warsh was a member of the Mergers & Acquisitions department at Morgan Stanley & Co. in New York, serving as Vice President and Executive Director.

Warsh received his A.B. from Stanford University, and his J.D. from Harvard Law School.