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Economists at large firms such as KPMG need to combine technical skills—which NABE’s CBE program provides a way to clearly demonstrate–with the ability to communicate with non-economists. Networking with fellow economists is also essential. However, one cannot overlook incorporating the mindset of a member of a profit center team, and demonstrating to stakeholders how economics contributes to the bottom line, driving better results via better planning, investing and value to clients.
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*Constance Hunter is the Chief Economist of KPMG, LLP. Her work focuses on how economic factors impact asset prices and business performance worldwide. She works closely with the firm’s leadership and clients to identify inflection points, risks, and opportunities that arise in the constantly evolving economic landscape. She has held numerous positions in asset management over the past 20 years, including Chief Investment Officer or Chief Economist for the past 10 years. She graduated with an M.A. in Economics and Sociology from New York University and with a Master of International Affairs from Columbia University’s School of International and Public Affairs with a concentration in International Economics.
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Hunter, C.L. When Technical Skills Are Not All You Need to Succeed. Bus Econ 51, 181–183 (2016). https://doi.org/10.1057/s11369-016-0010-4
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.1057/s11369-016-0010-4