One of the world’s top business economists, Constance Hunter, is known for forecasting pivotal market events. She readily translates her decades of experience into actionable insights for both strategy and risk-based decisions. In leadership roles at companies and on boards, her knowledge and guidance in challenging situations has earned Constance the trust of her clients and colleagues.
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Below is a sample of the speeches Constance L. Hunter has given in 2024. Other topics she speaks on include asset allocation, geopolitical risk, industry and sector focused speeches.
2024 Economic Outlook – How a Productivity Burst is Producing Volatility in Markets and Business Operations
Productivity is called the magic elixir by economists. Magic. One doesn’t normally associate economics with magic, but like the power of compounding, productivity has the capacity to produce astounding results. Magic also implies a bit of mystery and there are certainly gaps in our understanding of exactly when and how productivity is likely to manifest itself. That uncertainty is where the volatility comes in. Fortunately, there are signposts that asset managers and business leaders can follow to help them manage the volatility and capitalize on the productivity.
Is the Fourth Industrial Revolution Finally Here? What You Need to Know About AI and the Economy
The World Economic Forum first introduced the concept of the Fourth Industrial Revolution to the world of business in 2015. An era where technology would usher in new ways of working and transform economies was forecast. But in the period from 2015 to 2022, productivity growth was slow and technology was intermittently diffused throughout the economy. The Solow Paradox, “You can see the computer age everywhere but in the productivity statistic” was alive and well from 1987 until just recently. However, advances in artificial intelligence have changed all that. The economic impact of AI is likely to be broad based, all encompassing and impactful. Learn what do you need to know to avoid risks and reap the benefits of AI.
In a World of Escalating Geopolitical Risk – Whither Defense Spending and What Does it Mean for the Economy?
Looking at modern technology, an oft heard refrain is that the invention came from military technology projects. The microwave oven: military. The fax machine: military. The internet: military. GPS: military. Drones: military. So why does the economic literature attribute military spending to negative spillovers to economic output? Given the current geopolitical environment and already high levels of debt, increased military spending that subtracts from GDP is not a viable option. Policy makers need to consider military spending design and programs that have positive spillovers to the larger economy.
Bio:
Constance Hunter is a Senior Advisor at the influential macroeconomic consultancy, MacroPolicy Perspectives. She’s able to use her expertise, deepen her knowledge of technology and sustainability, while expanding her board and governance work. Prior to joining MacroPolicy Perspectives, Constance was an Executive Vice President and Global Head of Strategy and ESG at AIG. She was instrumental in advancing AIG’s understanding of the economic and risk consequences of ongoing climate volatility. Due to her data-driven insights, Constance was asked to head Strategy in an EVP role at AIG’s Life and Retirement subsidiary, Corebridge Financial where she led the development of a strategic plan that would prepare the company to be a stand-alone publicly traded entity.
Prior to AIG, Constance was recruited into the newly created role of Chief Economist at KPMG. She built and lead the team that became the Office of the Chief Economist within the first year. This department served KPMG’s clients and firm with actionable economic insights. She was tapped for increasing leadership roles, serving as a member of the KPMG pension advisory committee as well as the Growth and Strategy leadership team.
Her work as Past President and Board member of the National Association for Business Economics and as a current member of the National Bureau of Economic Research’s board has enabled her to show her leadership skills in tackling a number of issues, while also maximizing value opportunities for both organizations.
Passionate about the power of horses to transform lives and teach leadership skills, Constance remains a competitive equestrian. As Chair of the Board for GallopNYC, which provides disabled New Yorkers and veterans with the benefits of riding and working with horses, she has increased fundraising, raised awareness, and brought together a diverse board to galvanize around a strategic plan to increase community access to Gallop’s services.
A frequent speaker at conferences on the impact of economics, geopolitics, and technology on companies and markets, Constance can explain the most arcane concepts in a memorable way. Although her work can be highly technical, Constance is a welcome addition to any meeting. A frequent traveler she enjoys the many places her speeches and board meetings take her.
