Alan Blinder, Ph.D., stands as a prominent American economist, distinguished professor, and influential figure in both academia and public service. As a Professor of Economics and Public Affairs at Princeton University since 1971, Blinder has been a driving force in shaping economic thought and educating generations of students.

Blinder’s impact extends beyond the academic realm. From 1993 to 1996, he served under President Clinton, holding dual roles as a member of the President’s Council of Economic Advisors and Vice Chairman of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System. During this period, his expertise covered a broad spectrum, including macroeconomic forecasting, budgetary matters, international trade, healthcare issues, bank regulations, and community affairs.

As a co-founder of the Promontory Interfinancial Network, LLC, Blinder has demonstrated his entrepreneurial spirit in the financial sector. His versatility is further reflected in his extensive publication record, with co-authorship of 17 books. Noteworthy among these are “After the Music Stopped” and “Economics: Principles and Policy,” a widely used introductory guide in economics.

Blinder’s insights regularly reach national audiences through his columns in The Wall Street Journal and his appearances on prominent news channels such as CNBC, CNN, and PBS. Recognized as one of the great economic minds of his generation, Blinder is a Research Associate of the National Bureau of Economic Research, a Fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, and a member of the Council on Foreign Relations. His contributions were acknowledged in 2009 when he was inducted into the American Academy of Political and Social Science, solidifying his legacy as a multifaceted leader in the realms of economics and public policy.