Kevin Hassett

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  • Managing Director at the Milken Institute, and the Brent R. Nicklas Distinguished Fellow in Economics at the Hoover institution. Stanford University.
  • Chairman, President's Council of Economic Advisers (2017-19)
  • Former Senior Economist, Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve
  • Former Economic Advisor to George W. Bush, John McCain, and Mitt Romney

29th Chairman of the President’s Council of Economic Advisers (CEA) Dr. Kevin Hassett is among the world’s leading economists. Prior to becoming Chairman of the CEA, Hassett was an economist at the American Enterprise Institute, serving as a Director of Research. Dr. Hassett was a senior economist at the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System and an associate professor of economics and finance at Columbia University’s Graduate School of Business of Columbia University. He has also served as a visiting professor at New York University’s Law School, a consultant to the U.S. Treasury Department, and an advisor to political campaigns. Sought out by numerous presidential candidates, Dr. Hassett served as an economic adviser to the presidential campaigns of George W. Bush (2004) and John McCain (2000, 2008).

With his finger on the pulse of today’s markets, Dr. Hassett currently serves on One River Digital Asset Management's Academic and Regulatory Advisory Council, Managing Director at the Milken Institute, and the Brent R. Nicklas Distinguished Fellow in Economics at the Hoover Instituion of Stanford University. Dr. Hassett remains a foremost voice in economic forecasting, advising major institutions and news outlets on policy, trends, and best practices.

While at the White House, Dr. Hassett was the top public spokesperson for the White House on economic policy and the state of economy, appearing regularly on FOX, FOX Business, CNBC, MSNBC, Bloomberg, CNN, and more, even running televised White House press briefings. Dr. Hassett has spoken to hosts such as TC Energy Corporation, the National Association of Realtors, Young America’s Foundation, and more.

 



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Past Hosts Include:
  • ChosunBiz
  • Young America’s Foundation
  • American Hotel and Lodging Association
  • Pictet
  • TC Energy Corporation
  • National Association of Realtors
  • SUNY Binghamton
Rave Reviews About Kevin Hassett as a Speaker
"Kevin’s appearance was great. He’s great to work with and our audience enjoyed his insights."

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Talks & Conversations with Kevin Hassett
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A Fireside Chat with Dr. Kevin Hassett

While working in the Trump White House, Dr. KEVIN HASSETT was a key force in driving internal and external debate on virtually every topic: taxes and trade, substance abuse and deregulation, housing policy, inflation, and more. In this fireside chat, Dr. Hasset reflects on his role as 29th Chairman ...

While working in the Trump White House, Dr. KEVIN HASSETT was a key force in driving internal and external debate on virtually every topic: taxes and trade, substance abuse and deregulation, housing policy, inflation, and more. In this fireside chat, Dr. Hasset reflects on his role as 29th Chairman of the President’s Council of Economic Advisers and the economic issues shaping his tenure.

Today’s Political Landscape & Next Election Cycle

White House insider Dr. KEVIN HASSETT provides his perspective on the upcoming presidential election. Drawing both from his role as 29th Chairman of the President’s Council of Economic Advisers in the Trump White House and tenure as an economic adviser to the presidential campaigns of George W. Bush ...

White House insider Dr. KEVIN HASSETT provides his perspective on the upcoming presidential election. Drawing both from his role as 29th Chairman of the President’s Council of Economic Advisers in the Trump White House and tenure as an economic adviser to the presidential campaigns of George W. Bush (2004) and John McCain (2000, 2008), Dr. Hassett breaks down the anatomy of a campaign and how data-driven decisions impact business and voters.

U.S. Economic Outlook and Economic and Trade Policy

In this unique window into the politics of markets, 29th Chairman of the President’s Council of Economic Advisers (CEA) Dr. KEVIN HASSETT speaks on his role in shaping the U.S. economy as we know it today. Join Dr. Hassett for a breakdown of today’s most pressing policy issues and what next steps co ...

In this unique window into the politics of markets, 29th Chairman of the President’s Council of Economic Advisers (CEA) Dr. KEVIN HASSETT speaks on his role in shaping the U.S. economy as we know it today. Join Dr. Hassett for a breakdown of today’s most pressing policy issues and what next steps could mean for individuals, businesses, and society.

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<p><strong>Economist Dr. Kevin Hassett advises presidents with AI</strong></p>

Economist Dr. Kevin Hassett advises presidents with AI

Foremost economist Dr. KEVIN HASSETT has deep experience advising presidents, garnering great respect for his data-driven insights powered with artificial intelligence (AI). As an economic adviser to the presidential campaigns of George W. Bush and John McCain, Dr. Hassett brought to light new methods of research critical to their efforts. After his tenure as the 19th Chairman of the President’s Council of Economic Advisers, Dr. Hassett was called the White House once more to serve as a special economic advisor to President Trump to manage data-driven decisions and AI implementation. Dr. Hasset’s experience advising in the Oval Office provides him with insight into how to innovate with the cutting edge of data technology.

Watch Dr. Kevin Hassett’s keynote at Stanford >>

Watch Dr. Kevin Hasset at Winsight >>

<p><strong>Economist Dr. Kevin Hassett shares his White House insights in ‘The Drift’</strong></p>

Economist Dr. Kevin Hassett shares his White House insights in ‘The Drift’

Globally respected economist Dr. KEVIN HASSETT shares his reflections on his time in the White House with his memoir, The Drift: Stopping America’s Slide to Socialism. Before Dr. Hassett was appointed as the top White House economist, he took a dim view of contemporary politics. However, Dr. Hassett’s time in office offered a unique perspective on policy and governance during a pivotal point in U.S. history. The Drift reflects Dr. Hassett’s urgent lessons learned in office. Nial Ferguson, Milbank Family Senior Fellow at the Hoover Institution, said, “Readers of this smart, disarming book will fervently hope to see its author as Treasury secretary.”

Watch Dr. Kevin Hassett in discussion with The Heritage Foundation >>

Watch Dr. Kevin Hassett’s keynote at Stanford >>

<p>Kevin Hassett helps corporations and organizations navigate pending regulation and expected changes in monetary policy</p>

Kevin Hassett helps corporations and organizations navigate pending regulation and expected changes in monetary policy

Dr. KEVIN HASSETT is among the world’s leading economists and offers insights on potential increases to taxation and regulation – all of which are on the table with the Biden administration. He appears regularly on Fox (such as in this recent clip discussing inflation) and frequently writes op-eds for leading publications, such as his recent pieces in Wall Street Journal and National Review, in which he assesses the affect green energy subsidies and proposals to tax capital would have on American workers and businesses. Hassett served as the 29th Chairman of the President's Council of Economic Advisers from 2017 through 2019, and was a key force driving internal and external debate on virtually every economic topic, from taxes and trade to deregulation. He was the top public spokesperson for the White House on economic policy and the state of economy, appearing regularly on Fox, Fox Business, CNBC, MSNBC, Bloomberg, CNN, and drawn upon occasionally to run the televised White House press briefings. In 2020, he was called back to the White House to serve as a special economic advisor to manage data-driven decisions in response to the Coronavirus economic fallout, and is an expert on the economy as it reopens and fluctuates under a new White House, speaking on inflation, minimum wage, and more. Hassett is popular with corporations and trade associations, as he gives valuable insight on economic policy and the way these potential policies will play out in the economy in real time, and is known for bringing humor into his engaging, informative presentations. He always gets rave reviews for his events, such as this ovation from the American Hotel & Lodging Association, saying "Kevin’s appearance was great. He’s great to work with and our audience enjoyed his insights."

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<p>Kevin Hassett sheds light on the future economic landscape</p>

Kevin Hassett sheds light on the future economic landscape

One of the world's leading economists and President Trump's outgoing Chairman of the White House Council of Economic Advisors (2017-19) DR. KEVIN HASSETT provides audiences with substantive, actionable insights on the future economic landscape. While serving in the White House, Hassett was a key force driving internal and external debate on virtually every economic topic, from taxes and trade, to substance abuse and deregulation. He was also the top public spokesperson for the White House on economic policy and the state of economy, appearing regularly on Fox, Fox Business, CNBC, MSNBC, Bloomberg and CNN. He was even drawn upon to run the televised White House press briefings. A renowned tax expert, prior to joining the White House, Hassett served as a senior economist at the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve and worked on tax policy, fiscal policy, energy issues, and investing in the stock market as an economist at the American Enterprise Institute. Sought-out by multiple presidential candidates, Hassett was John McCain's chief economic adviser in the 2000 presidential primaries; an economic adviser to the campaigns of George W. Bush in the 2004 presidential election and McCain in the presidential election of 2008; and among Mitt Romney's economic advisers for the 2012 presidential campaign. Heralded for his refreshing sense of humor, he leaves audiences informed and engaged.

Watch some of DR. KEVIN HASSETT's talks here >>

Watch Kevin Hassett speak at Harvard IOP >>

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Biography

Dr. Kevin Hassett served as the 29th Chairman of the President's Council of Economic Advisers from 2017 through 2019. He was thereafter called back to the White House in 2020 to serve as a Senior Advisor to President Trump, where he coordinated the economic response to the pandemic. Dr. Hassett has been involved in national politics for over twenty years. He served as John McCain's chief economic adviser in the 2000 presidential primaries and a senior economic adviser to the campaigns of George W. Bush in 2004, McCain again in 2008 and Mitt Romney in 2012. Dr. Hassett is currently Managing Director at the Milken Institute and the Brent R. Nicklas Distinguished Fellow in Economics at the Hoover Institution at Stanford University. Hassett is also senior advisor of Capital Matters, the economic web site of National Review. Prior to his White House service, Hassett was Research Director at the American Enterprise Institute. He also served as a senior economist at the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System. His academic background includes being an associate professor of economics and finance at Columbia University’s Graduate School of Business, as well as a visiting professor at New York University’s Law School. He has a Ph.D. in economics from the University of Pennsylvania, and B.A. with high honors from Swarthmore College.