Organized under the theme, “The Great Realignment: Navigating AI, Demographic, and Geoeconomic Shifts,” the 2026 conference will explore how accelerating advances in AI, shifting demographic realities, and emerging geoeconomic tensions are redefining the foundations of global prosperity. This conference brings together leading economists and policymakers to examine these transformative forces and chart strategies for resilient, inclusive growth in a rapidly evolving world.
Susan Dudley, Director, Regulatory Studies Center, George Washington University
Joe Kennedy, Director of Policy Studies and Senior Fellow, The Free State Foundation
Diana Moss, Vice President and Director of Competition Policy, Progressive Policy Institute
Moderator: Daniel Bachman, Affiliate Professor, George Washington University, and The Nowcast Blog
