| Ruth Getter explains that by rushing to get on to
the "new economy" bandwagon, companies and investors alike may be missing
the real opportunities of the world economy. Her commonsense approach
offers you the perspective you need to set you apart from the rest of the
herd and make the best possible investment and business decisions.
In an era of rapid change and volatility, now is the time to ask some very basic questions: Just how new is the new economy? Have we entered a world where the old economic and financial rules no longer apply? What are the most important factors that you need to consider when making business or personal investment decisions? As former Senior VP and Chief Economist with the TD Bank, Ruth has the knowledge, experience and the courage to face these question head on. While recognizing the far-reaching impact of globalization and new technology, Ruth takes a practical look at what really matters in an economy - both to individuals and companies. She concludes that those relying on the distinction between a new and an old economy are taking unnecessary risks. The laws of economics have not been rewritten and enthusiasm for everything dot com has created a dangerous speculative bubble. Ruth will show you where the real value and opportunities are in the world economy, helping you to protect yourself from the risks of overvalued investments and illusory wealth. |
Ruth Getter grew up in Montreal, where she received her Bachelor of Science degree from McGill University. She then spent 20 years in the United States, where she completed her graduate studies. She received an M.A. in Economics from Ohio University and a Ph.D. in Economics from Boston University.
For several years, Dr. Getter worked as an economist at DRI/McGraw-Hill, a Boston consulting firm, where she specialized in industry and regional analysis of the U.S. economy.
In 1987, Dr. Getter returned to Canada and accepted the position of Senior Economist in the Department of Economic Research at the Toronto Dominion Bank. She rose rapidly to her present position.
In 1994, Dr. Getter was promoted to Senior Vice President and Chief Economist of the TD Bank. She became TD’s first woman Senior Vice President and the first woman to have been appointed Chief Economist at any Canadian bank.
Dr. Getter travels widely across Canada and abroad, speaking various business groups about the Canadian economy and its prospects, and she is frequently quoted in the media about economic issues.
Dr. Getter teaches in the M.B.A. program at the Schulich School of Business at York University.
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