
WHAT TO EXPECT
Event Overview
On Thursday, October 29, 2026, the Vlerick Alumni will organize the Chief Economist Debate with great enthusiasm. This event provides a platform for the chief economists of the major banks to share their insights and views on the macroeconomic environment, all in the form of a debate.
Agenda:
18:00 - Welcome
19:00 - Introduction by Vlerick Finance Alumni
19:15 - Chief Economist Debate
20:15 - Keynote by Michiel Vos
21:00 - Walking dinner
Chief Economist Debate
Meet the panelists
Bringing together deep industry expertise, fresh perspectives, and real-world experience, these thought leaders are shaping the conversations that matter.

Reinout De Bock
Head of bond strategy for Europe UBS

Koen Schoors
Professor
Ghent University

Vlerick Chief Economist Debate 2024 - Aftermovie
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