The Thomas Laubach Research Conference was created in tribute to the legacy of Thomas Laubach, former director of the Division of Monetary Affairs and adviser to Federal Reserve Chairs Jerome Powell and Janet Yellen, renowned economist, colleague, and friend. As a highly influential policy adviser and researcher, Dr. Laubach provided novel and policy-relevant insights and was known worldwide for his innovative work on the natural rate of interest, along with many other lasting contributions. This year's conference will highlight key issues in monetary policy and the economy and facilitate discussions on the ...