The Conference Board Appoints Maria Demertzis to Lead Economics Portfolio for Europe

"Maria's work at the intersection of global macroeconomics and European policy will be invaluable to CEOs and C-Suite leaders at a time of both immense upheaval and opportunity for business," said Sara Murray, Managing Director, International, The Conference Board. "Her appointment underlines our commitment to being a trusted, non-partisan voice on the European economy. I would like to extend my gratitude to John Metselaar for serving as ESF Center Leader. John will continue to play a pivotal role expanding our work on business innovation and transformation." 

"I am thrilled to be joining The Conference Board," said Demertzis. "Due tothe depth of their membership base and dedication to delivering authoritative economic analysis, The Conference Board provides a unique platform to understand Europe's economic future—and shape the role business plays in that." 

Demertzis previously worked at the European Commission and the research department of the Dutch Central Bank, where she focused on macroeconomic forecasting, modelling, and policy advice. She has also held positions at the Harvard Kennedy School of Government, the University of Amsterdam, and the University of Strathclyde.  

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