Anthony Chan
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Chan Economics LLC, Public Speaker
Chief Global Economist & Public Speaker JPM Chase ('94-'19).
Senior Economist Barclays ('91-'94)
Economist, NY Federal Reserve ('89-'91)
Econ. Prof. (Univ. of Dayton, '86-'89)
Ph.D. Economics
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The Reflections of Time
• Below is my original introduction to my story, followed by its revision. On the morning of my 67th birthday, I stood in front of the mirror, staring at a face I barely recognized. Where had the years gone? Where was the young man I once knew? The one who had dreams as vast as the sky, who believed, with the conviction of youth, that time would never touch him?
By Anthony Chan11 months ago in Critique
Mom's Great Beyond Resort
The scent of tropical flowers and the soft rustle of palm leaves filled the air as I found myself again in a dream that felt suspiciously real. The golden sand beneath my feet felt warm, and the waves hummed a soft, hypnotic tune. Then, as I turned, there she was—my mother, standing before me with an impish grin and the unmistakable twinkle of mischief in her eyes.
By Anthony Chan11 months ago in Humor
A Letter from the Front Lines
June 14, 1944 My Dearest Caitlin, As I sit in the soft glow of a flickering oil lamp on my birthday, with the sounds of the night echoing through our camp, I find myself yearning for you more than ever. I don’t have a birthday cake to celebrate this special day or bright candles to mark the occasion, but my thoughts of you more than compensate for this loss. Your beautiful image is firmly etched in my mind and gives me the strength to endure this challenging ordeal. The air is thick with damp earth and gun oil, a constant reminder of my surroundings and why I’m here. Yet, in those quiet moments when my duties temporarily fade, you completely fill my thoughts—your laughter, your kindness, and how your hand fits perfectly in mine. These memories sustain me; those intimate moments we shared before I left empower me to withstand the hardships of war that I face daily!
By Anthony Chan11 months ago in History
Alcapurrias, My First Summer Hustle
The aroma of achiote oil filled our tiny apartment kitchen in the projects, blending with the sharp tang of sofrito as my mother, Patricia, worked her magic on a fresh batch of alcapurrias. The sizzling of masa hitting hot oil was more than just the promise of a good meal—it was the soundtrack of our survival.
By Anthony Chan11 months ago in Feast
How January 6 Shook My Faith in America
January 6, 2021, is etched in my memory as a day that fundamentally changed my faith in democracy in the United States. For over six decades, I believed that despite the intensity of political campaigns or occasional controversy over election results, the peaceful transition of power—a hallmark of our democracy—was an unshakable certainty. That belief was shattered on this fateful day.
By Anthony Chan12 months ago in The Swamp
From the Projects to the President
The moment I received an invitation in 1994 to serve as the warm-up speaker for former President George H. W. Bush at a Wealth Management Conference in Phoenix, AZ, felt surreal. As the Chief Economist for JPMorgan Chase, I was used to addressing influential audiences, but this opportunity was truly unique. It represented a personal triumph—an affirmation of how far I had come from the low-income housing projects where I grew up. Yet, as I prepared for the event, one person remained in my thoughts: my mother.
By Anthony Chanabout a year ago in Photography
Building a Resilient Circle of Human Connections
The start of a new year often brings resolutions, but I decided to undertake something more profound and meaningful this year. It is a creative project I’ve been considering for years, inspired by studies I have heard about linking strong social connections to mental health and longevity. I decided to deepen and strengthen my relationships with the people around me. To make this goal possible, I created a questionnaire to help me identify the most reliable, supportive, and genuine individuals in my life. I have pledged to loosely use this questionnaire to target at least ten people each year to help me decide who truly belongs in my inner circle.
By Anthony Chanabout a year ago in Motivation
A Hybrid Workforce
In the year 2050, the U.S. labor force was unlike anything imagined in the early 21st century. Office buildings, factories, and even agricultural fields comprised a fusion of human workers and advanced robotic counterparts. These robots were not the clunky, emotionless automatons of science fiction; they were sleek, efficient, and equipped with advanced artificial intelligence. Some had begun to display traits that could only be described as human-like—curiosity, frustration, and even a basic sense of humor.
By Anthony Chanabout a year ago in Futurism
Success Will Come Only When You Listen and Learn
Starting a business—especially a consulting business—has been challenging over the past five years. I had clung to the hopeful mindset, which believed that “if I built it, they would come.” I thought that a great idea or concept alone would automatically draw clients. But this past year taught me a lesson that changed how I approach my business and interactions with clients—a lesson rooted in understanding that I am not my audience.
By Anthony Chanabout a year ago in Motivation
