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Host: Bob Rosone, managing director, Deloitte LLP
Presenter: Ira Kalish, chief global economist, Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu
1.0 Overview CPE credit | Economics
While the United States experienced a few favorable economic trends in 2023, some uncertainty still remains. From consumer spending, to inflation, to interest rates, many factors could disrupt the balance, reinforcing the need for agility and resilience. What are the risks, and what could they mean for private companies? We’ll discuss:
- The 2024 economic outlook, including inflation, labor markets, interest rates, supply chains, and the potential impact of AI
- Global market trends
- Potential recommendations to reduce risks and maximize opportunities
Meet the speakers
Robert Rosone
Bob is a managing director with Deloitte LLP focused on expanding Deloitte’s services to private companies through Deloitte Private. His responsibilities include operations, business development, marketing, public relations, advertising, and communications. Bob is a member of the Deloitte Private Leadership Committee and leads the Deloitte Private global brand and marketing organization, as well as the US Best Managed Companies program. Prior to his current roles, he served as chief of staff for Deloitte’s chairman of the board and has held numerous marketing and leadership positions since joining the firm in 1998. Bob received his MBA from Fordham University and BS in political science from the College of the Holy Cross. He is the chairman of the board of United Way of Monmouth and Ocean Counties and a board member of Pro-Mujer, a women's empowerment organization serving 250,000 women in Latin America.
Ira Kalish
Dr. Kalish is the Chief Global Economist of Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Ltd. He is a specialist in global economic issues as well as the effects of economic, demographic, and social trends on the global business environment. He advises Deloitte clients as well as Deloitte’s leadership on economic issues and their impact on business strategy. In addition, he has given numerous presentations to corporations and trade organizations on topics related to the global economy. He is widely traveled and has given presentations in 47 countries on six continents. He has been quoted by the Wall Street Journal, The Economist, and The Financial Times. Dr. Kalish holds a bachelor’s degree in economics from Vassar College and a PhD in international economics from Johns Hopkins University.
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