Donald Kohn Speaking Fee: $30,000 to $50,000
Speaking Fee:
$30,000 to $50,000
Travels From:
IAD - Washington DC
Travels From:
IAD - Washington DC
Primary Topic Category:
Economy
Primary Topic Category:
Economy
Secondary Topic Category:
Strategy / Data Analytics
Secondary Topic Category:
Strategy / Data Analytics
Donald Kohn Speaker Profile: At A Glance
Donald Kohn is a leading economist and one of the world’s foremost authorities on monetary policy, financial regulation and macroeconomics. Donald played a leading role in shaping the response of governments and central banks to the global financial crisis. Ben Bernanke credited him with leading the stress tests of major financial institutions, directing the Board’s efforts to improve transparency, and helping many central banks respond effectively to the world economic crisis.
Donald Kohn is a prominent American economist with an extensive career spanning over four decades, primarily at the Federal Reserve. He served as Vice Chairman of the Federal Reserve Board from 2006 to 2010, playing a critical role during the 2008 financial crisis. His leadership was pivotal in coordinating the central bank's response, implementing stress tests for major financial institutions, and enhancing the transparency of the Federal Reserve's operations. Before becoming Vice Chairman, Kohn held several significant positions at the Fed, including Secretary of the Federal Open Market Committee and Director of the Division of Monetary Affairs.
Currently, Kohn is a Senior Fellow at the Brookings Institution, where he holds the Robert V. Roosa Chair in International Economics. His work focuses on monetary policy, financial regulation, and macroeconomics. Additionally, he serves as an external member of the Financial Policy Committee at the Bank of England, contributing his expertise to the oversight of financial stability. Kohn's insights into economic policy and regulation are highly sought after, making him a respected voice in global economic discussions.Kohn's contributions to economics have been widely recognized. He has received numerous awards, including the Distinguished Achievement Award from The Money Marketeers of New York University and lifetime achievement awards from Central Banking magazine and The Clearing House. His academic background includes a B.A. in Economics from the College of Wooster and a Ph.D. in Economics from the University of Michigan.
Beyond his professional achievements, Kohn is known for his engaging and thoughtful presentations. He frequently speaks on topics such as the economic outlook, the state of the financial system, and the challenges facing policymakers. His ability to explain complex economic issues in an accessible manner makes him a valuable speaker and advisor in the field of economics.