As Assistant Editor and US Editor of the Times of London, a Contributing Editor of The Weekly Standard (US) and a contributor to Fox News, no one can better explain how the economy drives the world, and the world drives the economy. He writes a weekly column on US and international economics and policy. He also writes editorials and other commentary for the newspaper and is a member of the FT's US Editorial Board.

"The journalism I am most interested in is serious… That's what has always fascinated me. I like thinking about the things that affect economic trends long term; and the politics and international affairs that influence the economy." His deep insights stem from extensive experience in Asia, Europe and North America. He combines exhaustive research and a lucid style, which has gained him an enviable reputation as an economic expert on both sides of the Atlantic. He frequently appears on US and international television, radio, and online programs. Gerard has given many speeches on US economics and politics and appears frequently on national and international TV and radio news and current affairs. He is a regular guest contributor on the McLaughlin Group, NBC's main political discussion programme and also appears frequently often on CNN, CNBC, Fox News, C-SPAN, and National Public Radio.

A graduate of Oxford University, Gerard Baker worked as an economist for the Bank of England before entering journalism.

To succeed in the global economy, you need a good map to navigate the ever-changing political and economic landscape. To stay ahead of the competition, you need the latest facts, events and issues analysed from an expert global perspective. Gerard Baker's presentations fill this very tall order. He uses his in-depth knowledge and up-to-minute information to let you know what's happening, why it's happening and what it means to your business.

He fills in the big picture to present a detailed, accessible perspective that you can trust. He puts abstract economic theory into focus with wit and clarity, explaining the cycle of politics and economics, and putting today's events in their place. Gerard Baker will teach your audience how to develop an early-warning system for the issues that will affect their industry, and ultimately, the world.