Christopher Thornberg’s Insightful Op-Eds and Research Are Changing the Way We See the Market.

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Expert insights, written in an entertaining and informative manner.  

Op-Eds

Dr. Christopher Thornberg’s published opinions cut through economic noise with clarity and conviction. In these featured op-eds, he challenges conventional narratives, offers evidence-based perspectives, and brings real-world context to the headlines shaping our economy.

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No Nonsense Economics

Relevant, hype-free insights about what’s happening in the global, U.S., and California economies

Media

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Leading Media Outlets

Dr. Thornberg’s expert analysis is regularly cited in top-tier media across the nation. From national networks to regional publications, his data-driven insights have helped shape public understanding of key economic issues.

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Chris Thornberg?

Dr. Chris Thornberg is a nationally recognized economist, public speaker, and founding partner of Beacon Economics. Known for his bold, data-driven insights and engaging delivery, he is a trusted advisor to Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, and industry associations across the globe.

What makes Dr. Christopher Thornberg different from other economists?

Chris blends economic clarity with dynamic presentation. He’s known for being direct, unscripted, and highly engaging -- blending academic insight with real-world relevance, humor, and a track record of accurate forecasting. He is highly experienced in macro and microeconomics, and aptly customizes forecasts to region, industry, and product. He is supported by a team of economists at Beacon Economics, so not only are his insights deeply researched -- he also offers unique take-away material for audiences so that your impact can be felt beyond the keynote.

What topics does Chris speak on?

His most requested topics include:

- U.S. and global economic outlooks
- State economic outlooks
- County or City economic outlooks
- Real estate and housing trends
- Labor markets and workforce transformation
- Inflation, interest rates, and the Fed
- Regional economic development
- Government spending and debt
- Industry-specific forecasts (e.g., logistics, tech, banking, manufacturing)
- Chamber of Commerce events
- Board meetings and executive planning sessions

Custom topics are available upon request!

How can I book Chris for a keynote or presentation?

Contact us directly at kristen@beaconeon.com. Please include your event date, location, topic interest, and audience profile.  You can also book a meeting directly using this scheduling link: https://bit.ly/Kristen_Beacon.  We’ll be happy to provide a custom quote!

What is Chris's speaking fee?

Speaking fees typically range from $10,000–$18,000, depending on customization needs. Discounts may be available for non-profits, municipalities, agencies serving the public good, and long-term partners. Fees are not inclusive of travel, accommodation, an incidentals.

Can Chris customize his presentation for our audience or industry?

Absolutely – Dr. Thornberg tailors each talk using data and research relevant to your sector or region. If you’re looking for specific city- or industry-level insights, we can build that in.  We love complex puzzles and are excited to build your customized outlook.

Does Dr. Thornberg travel internationally?

Yes. Chris regularly presents across North America and abroad. Travel fees and logistics will be discussed upon inquiry.

What is included in a speaking engagement?

- Up to 90-minute keynote presentation
- Q&A is always welcomed, if desired
- Pre-event call with your stakeholders to customize the data and format
- Slide deck in PDF format available to your audience post-event
- Optional add-ons include: panel participation, client roundtables, and media interviews. Dr. Thornberg is happy to attend dinner with your sponsors, happy hour with your members, and answer the individual questions of your attendees.

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