Mark Zandi

Th keynote speaker Mark Zandi is the chief economist at Moody’s Analytics, where he directs economic research. Moody’s Analytics is a subsidiary of Moody’s Corp., and it is a leading provider of data, economic research and analytical tools. Dr. Zandi is the cofounder of Economy.com. Moody’s purchased Economy.com in 2005.

Dr. Zandi’s broad scope of research interests encompasses macroeconomics, public policy and financial markets. His recent research has focused on foreclosure mitigation policy as well as the determinants of mortgage foreclosure, and personal bankruptcy. He has analyzed the economic impact of a variety of tax and government spending policies, and he has assessed the most appropriate monetary policy response to bubbles in the asset markets.

A trusted adviser to policymakers and an influential and respected source of economic analysis for journalists, businesses, and the public, our speaker Mark Zandi frequently testifies before Congress on topics which include the economic outlook, the nation’s daunting fiscal challenges, financial regulatory reform, the merits of fiscal stimulus, and foreclosure mitigation.

Dr. Zandi regularly conducts briefings on the economy for trade associations, corporate boards, and policymakers at all levels. He is frequently quoted in national and global publications and interviewed by the major news media outlets. He is a frequent guest on NPR, CNBC, Meet the Press, CNN and various other national networks and news programs.

The thought-provoking speaker Mark Zandi is the author behind Financial Shock: A 360º Look at the Subprime Mortgage Implosion, and How to Avoid the Next Financial Crisis, which was described by the New York Times as the “clearest guide” to the financial crisis. His upcoming book, Paying the Price, provides a useful road map for meeting the nation’s daunting fiscal challenges.

Dr. Zandi earned his B.S. from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania and his M.A. and Ph.D. from the University of Pennsylvania. He currently lives with his wife and their three children in the suburbs of Philadelphia.