Jagjit Chadha Keynote Speaker

Jagjit S. Chadha, OBE, stands out as a preeminent voice in the fields of monetary and fiscal policy, central bank frameworks, and bond markets, alongside profound insights into monetary and financial history. From 2016 to 2024, he served as the Director of the National Institute of Economic and Social Research (NIESR), where his expertise was instrumental in navigating the complexities of the UK and global economies, especially in the wake of the June 2016 Brexit referendum. An engaging and highly sought-after speaker, Chadha’s discussions cover critical economic challenges and the pathways to effective policy solutions.

Chadha’s academic foundation is robust, with a rich history of serving as Professor of Economics at both the University of Kent and the University of St Andrews, coupled with his tenure as a Fellow at Clare College, Cambridge. Since 2025, he has been Distinguished Professor of Economics at the University of Cambridge. His professional journey includes pivotal roles such as working on Monetary Policy at the Bank of England, serving as Chief Quantitative Economist at BNP Paribas, and leading as Chair of the Money, Macro, Finance Study Group. His insights have guided policy through his roles as Specialist Adviser to the House of Commons Treasury Committee and academic adviser to an array of institutions including the Bank of England, HM Treasury, numerous central banks, and the Bank for International Settlements. He is also a Contributory Editor for Central Banking, and a Fellow of Gresham College in the City of London.

In 2021, Chadha’s contributions to economics and economic policy were formally recognized with an OBE (Officer of the British Empire), a testament to his significant impact on the field. In 2025, he was also named a Founding Fellow of the Royal Economic Society.

His prowess as a speaker is rooted not only in his extensive knowledge and experience, but also in his ability to convey complex economic theories and policies in an accessible and engaging manner. Whether addressing scholars, policymakers, or the general public, his presentations are enriched by the depth of his insights and the clarity of his explanations. This unique combination of expertise and eloquence makes Chadha a highly sought-after speaker across global forums, where he continues to illuminate the intricacies of economic policy and its impact on society at large.