Ben Bernanke (Former Chairman)

Ben Bernanke is an American economist best known for serving as the Chairman of the Federal Reserve, the central bank of the United States, from 2006 to 2014. He played a critical role during the 2008 financial crisis, implementing policies to stabilize the economy, including lowering interest rates and introducing quantitative easing. Bernanke's academic background in economics, particularly his work on the Great Depression, informed his decisions during the crisis. After leaving the Fed, he continued to influence economic policy and debate, contributing to discussions on monetary policy and financial stability.