Washington, D.C., January 21, 2016 -
The Institute of International Finance today announced that Ulrik Harald Bie has been named Chief Economist for Global Macroeconomic Analysis' effective April 1, 2016. Bie will report to IIF Managing Director and Chief Economist Charles Collyns.
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Bie most recently served as Chief Economist at Nykredit, Copenhagen, the largest private mortgage bank and bond issuer in the Nordic region.'
"IIF's team of deeply knowledgeable, international economists and the research they produce is one of our greatest strengths," said Tim Adams, President and CEO of the IIF. "We are seeing an evolution of the underlying nature of growth and Ulrik brings an added' clear grasp of global economic changes to our experienced team." '
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"Ulrik's extensive background in innovative analysis will allow our team to expand their reach and continue to produce timely, relevant briefings on a wide range of relevant topics for our members," said Charles Collyns.' "I look forward to working with Ulrik, responding' to trends and developments and' building on our core strengths in research and analysis."'
Bie previously served as Chief Analyst,' Head of Strategy and Macroeconomic Research at Nykredit,' following his position as Senior Economist for Research, both located in Copenhagen.' Bie was previously the Finance Attaché' at The Royal Danish Embassy in Washington, D.C. and an Economist at Danmarks Nationalbank in Copenhagen.'
Bie received both his Master of Science and Bachelor of Arts degrees in Economics' from the University of Copenhagen.'
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The Institute of International Finance is the global association of the financial industry, with close to 500 members from 70 countries. Its mission is to support the financial industry in the prudent management of risks; to develop sound industry practices; and to advocate for regulatory, financial and economic policies that are in the broad interests of its members and foster global financial stability and sustainable economic growth. IIF members include commercial and investment banks, asset managers, insurance companies, sovereign wealth funds, hedge funds, central banks and development banks.' For more information visit' www.iif.com.