Andrew Crockett
Economist and banker, served as BIS General Manager
Born
March 23rd, 1943
82 years ago
Died
2012
13 years ago — 69 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
United Kingdom
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Held the position of General Manager at the Bank for International Settlements from 1994 to 2003. Worked at the International Monetary Fund, including serving as the Executive Director for the United Kingdom and other countries from 1988 to 1992. Contributed significantly to discussions on global financial stability and the role of central banks in the economy.
Served as General Manager of BIS
Worked at the International Monetary Fund
Executive Director for the UK at IMF
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