Business Confidence with Brad Olsen

Brad Olsen, Chief Executive and Principal Economist at Infometrics, is visiting the Central Hawke’s Bay community to inspire business confidence. Join us for an enlightening session where he shares insights on economic trends impacting our region. Let’s thrive together!

Originally from Whangarei, Brad completed his undergraduate studies at Victoria University of Wellington, finishing with a BCom and BA (majoring in Economics, Public Policy, International Relations and Political Science). He is interested in the fiscal and public implications of economics, alongside wellbeing and advancing regional growth. He is a leading economic commentator across New Zealand who focuses on getting useful information to businesses, decision makers, and the public.

Outside of work, Brad’s an active and engaged member of the Wellington community and is currently New Zealand’s youngest Justice of the Peace (JP). He is also a member of the Global Shapers Community Wellington Hub, Wellington City Youth Council, the Asia New Zealand Foundation Leadership Network, the Wellington District Licensing Committee, and volunteers with Take10. In 2016, he was announced as New Zealand’s Queen’s Young Leader and has met with the Queen on three occasions.

5.30pm: Light Refreshments on arrival
6.00pm: Session starts

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