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Former Governor of the Bank of England | Professor at NYU | Speaker on Global Economy

Mervyn King Speaking Fee: $10,000 to $20,000

Former Governor of the Bank of England | Professor at NYU | Speaker on Global Economy

Speaker Profile Thumbnail for Mervyn King
Speaking Fee:
$10,000 to $20,000

Travels From:
PVD - Providence, RI

Primary Topic Category:
Economy

Secondary Topic Category:
Leadership and Management

 

Mervyn King Speaker Profile: At A Glance

Mervyn King, also known as Lord King of Lothbury, is a distinguished British economist and former Governor of the Bank of England, a position he held from 2003 to 2013. During his tenure, he navigated the UK through the global financial crisis, implementing measures that helped stabilize the economy. He is a prolific author and academic, currently serving as a professor at both the London School of Economics and New York University. Additionally, King is a member of the House of Lords and actively contributes to discussions on economic policy and financial stability.

Mervyn King, Lord King of Lothbury, has had a remarkable career in economics and public service. Born on March 30, 1948, in Chesham Bois, Buckinghamshire, he was educated at King's College, Cambridge, and Harvard University. His early academic pursuits included teaching positions at the University of Birmingham and Harvard, before becoming a Professor of Economics at the London School of Economics in the 1980s. In 1991, King joined the Bank of England as Chief Economist and Executive Director, eventually becoming its Governor in 2003. His tenure as Governor was marked by his decisive actions during the 2008 financial crisis, where his leadership was crucial in preventing a collapse of the banking system. King's strategies included significant interest rate cuts and other measures to ensure financial stability. Post-retirement, King was appointed to the House of Lords in 2013 and has continued to influence economic thought through his writings and public speaking. His books, such as "The End of Alchemy: Money, Banking and the Future of the Global Economy" and "Radical Uncertainty: Decision-Making Beyond the Numbers," co-authored with John Kay, have been well-received and offer insights into the complexities of the financial world. King remains an influential figure in economic policy discussions, holding honorary positions at several universities and being actively involved in various think tanks and institutions. His contributions to the field of economics and his leadership during turbulent times have cemented his legacy as one of the most respected economists of his generation.
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