Frost & Sullivan has appointed Dr. Vinod K. Aggarwal as its Chief Economist, reinforcing the company's focus on helping governments, businesses, and investors navigate the growing impact of geopolitical shifts, industrial policy, and global economic transformation. A long-time collaborator with the firm, Dr. Aggarwal brings decades of expertise in geoeconomics, global strategy, and international policy.
In his new role, he will lead global initiatives focused on economic statecraft, industrial policy, and non-market strategy, helping organizations make informed decisions amid rapidly evolving geopolitical and technological landscapes.
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Frost & Sullivan has named Dr. Vinod K. Aggarwal as Chief Economist, expanding its leadership capabilities in economic strategy, industrial policy, and global competitiveness. The appointment reflects the company's continued investment in helping organizations understand how geopolitical developments and technological innovation are reshaping business environments worldwide.
Dr. Aggarwal will lead advisory initiatives supporting governments, corporations, and investors as they respond to evolving global economic conditions and increasingly complex policy landscapes.
"Dr. Aggarwal's appointment reinforces Frost & Sullivan's commitment to providing clients with unparalleled foresight at the intersection of business and policy," said Krishna Srinivasan, Executive Board Member and Global Managing Partner at Frost & Sullivan. "His exceptional academic credentials, global perspective and deep understanding of geoeconomics will strengthen our ability to help organizations anticipate change and make informed strategic decisions in an increasingly complex global environment."
In his new position, Dr. Aggarwal will focus on helping organizations navigate the growing influence of industrial policy, economic statecraft, and non-market strategy. His work will examine how governments, businesses, and investors can respond to changing geopolitical dynamics while maintaining long-term competitiveness.
The role also supports Frost & Sullivan's efforts to provide strategic guidance on the relationship between technology, public policy, and global markets as organizations adapt to an increasingly interconnected economy.
Dr. Aggarwal currently serves as Distinguished Professor and Alann P. Bedford Chair in Political Science at the University of California, Berkeley. He is also an Affiliated Professor at the Haas School of Business, Director of the Berkeley APEC Study Center, and a Fellow at the Public Law and Policy Center at Berkeley Law School.
In addition to his academic leadership, he teaches executive education and MBA programs at leading business schools around the world and has received the Cheit Award for Excellence in Teaching for both MBA and PhD programs at Berkeley Haas.
His professional experience includes advising numerous public- and private-sector organizations worldwide. A lifetime member of the Council on Foreign Relations, Dr. Aggarwal is also the author and editor of more than 20 books, including The Oxford Handbook of Geoeconomics and Economic Statecraft and Governing Growth: Industrial Policy from Hamilton to Trump.
With the appointment of Dr. Aggarwal, Frost & Sullivan continues to strengthen its advisory capabilities at the intersection of economics, public policy, and business strategy. His expertise is expected to support organizations seeking to understand emerging geopolitical trends, economic policy developments, and their implications for global growth.
As businesses and governments navigate increasing economic uncertainty and technological disruption, Frost & Sullivan aims to provide strategic insights that help organizations build resilience, improve competitiveness, and identify long-term growth opportunities.
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