Richard H. Clarida serves as Vice Chairman of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System, a position he has held since September 2018. Born in 1957, Clarida is a prominent economist with extensive experience in academia, government, and the private sector. Clarida earned his Ph.D. in economics from Harvard University and has taught at Columbia University and Yale University, where he was the C. Lowell Harriss Professor of Economics and International Affairs. His research spans macroeconomic theory, monetary policy, and international economics, with notable contributions to understanding the dynamics of inflation expectations and the transmission mechanisms of monetary policy. Prior to joining the Federal Reserve, Clarida held various leadership roles at PIMCO, a global investment management firm, where he served as Global Strategic Advisor and Managing Director. He also served as Assistant Secretary of the Treasury for Economic Policy under President George W. Bush. As Vice Chairman of the Federal Reserve, Clarida plays a critical role in shaping U.S. monetary policy, focusing on promoting maximum employment, stable prices, and financial stability. He frequently delivers speeches and participates in high-level conferences, providing insights into the Federal Reserve's strategies and economic outlook. His keynote speech at the SNB-FRB-BIS High-Level Conference underscored his expertise and influence on global monetary policy discussions.