My Keynote and Book Signing at Sadie Conference
This last Thursday I had the privilege of delivering the Keynote talk for The Sadie T. M. Alexander Conference for Economics and Related Fields.
The Sadie Collective hosts an annual conference that unites people from diverse backgrounds and career stages to share resources, research, and innovative ideas that highlight inclusive excellence and community in economics, finance, policy, data science, and related fields.
It was an honor to discuss my book Hate the Game: Economic Cheat Codes for Life, Love and Work, as well as my role as Chief Economist at Redfin with Pulitzer Prize Winner David Wessel.
I was so inspired by the ambition in that room. And I can't wait to see what this group does and the change that they affect in the world.
Also, thank you to Politics & Prose for organizing a book signing at the event. I'm grateful for independent bookstores that continually uplift authors.Â
The Sadie T. M. Alexander Conference stands as a pivotal event that fosters a vibrant community dedicated to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion within economics and related disciplines. This annual gathering attracts economists, data scientists, policymakers, and finance experts from varied career stages and backgrounds, all unified in their commitment to innovative research and collaboration. Inclusive excellence is a core focus that shapes the conference’s agenda, emphasizing strategies to dismantle barriers historically prevalent in these fields. A highlight at this conference was the keynote conversation spotlighting the book "Hate the Game: Economic Cheat Codes for Life, Love and Work." Authored by the Chief Economist at Redfin, this book provides transformative economic perspectives designed to empower individuals in navigating complex social and professional landscapes. The discussion, which included Pulitzer Prize winner David Wessel, enriched attendees’ understanding of economic behaviors and practical approaches to achieving success both personally and professionally. The event also featured a thoughtful book signing hosted by the independent bookstore Politics & Prose, underscoring the importance of grassroots literary support in promoting new economic thought leadership. Independent bookstores like Politics & Prose play a critical role in nurturing author-reader connections and sustaining lively intellectual discourse outside mainstream commercial channels. Economics as a discipline is evolving to be more inclusive and interdisciplinary. Conferences like Sadie T. M. Alexander’s not only celebrate diversity but actively cultivate it by providing networking, mentorship, and career development opportunities. This encourages underrepresented groups to contribute fresh perspectives and innovative ideas that can reshape economic policy and practice. For professionals and students alike, participating in such conferences represents a unique opportunity to engage with cutting-edge research and foster collaborations that translate into meaningful societal impact. The emphasis on community, resource sharing, and inclusive dialogue aims to create a more equitable field that better reflects the diverse world it serves.