Ben S. Bernanke

Ben S. Bernanke is an American economist who served as the Chairman of the U.S. Federal Reserve from 2006 to 2014. He played a crucial role in managing the economy during the 2008 financial crisis, implementing measures to stabilize banks and promote economic recovery. Bernanke is known for his research on the Great Depression and monetary policy. His leadership helped steer the U.S. economy out of recession by lowering interest rates and conducting quantitative easing, which involved purchasing government securities to increase money supply. After his tenure, he continued to contribute to economics through writing and academia.