Laura Tyson
Economist and former CEA Chair
Born
June 28th, 1947
78 years ago
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
United States
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An economist and academic specializing in international trade and economic policy. Served as the Chair of the Council of Economic Advisers under President Bill Clinton from 1993 to 1995. Held the position of Dean of the Haas School of Business at the University of California, Berkeley. Contributed extensively to economic research and served on various boards, including the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco. Played a significant role in policy discussions related to economic growth and workforce development.
Chair of the Council of Economic Advisers
Dean of the Haas School of Business
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