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Natalie Foster    

President & Co-Founder, Economic Security Project & Senior Fellow, Future of Work Initiative, Economic Opportunities Program at the Aspen Institute

Natalie Foster, currently serving as the president and co-founder of the Economic Security Project, has a rich background in economic policymaking and thought leadership. Notably, she is also a senior fellow at the Future of Work Initiative, an initiative of the Aspen Institute Economic Opportunities Program. Her experience in these roles speaks volumes about her deep understanding of economic security and the future of work. She has also made significant contributions to the community through her work as the founder of the sharing economy community Peers and as a co-founder of Rebuild the Dream alongside Van Jones.

In addition to her roles in the Economic Security Project and the Future of Work Initiative, Foster demonstrated her capabilities in digital strategy as the digital director for President Obama's Organizing for America and the Democratic National Committee. Her expertise in the digital realm complements her economic knowledge, positioning her as a multifaceted leader in today's evolving economy. Foster's book, "The Guarantee," is another testament to her deep understanding and innovative thinking around the new political economy.

Apart from her professional achievements, Foster has been recognized for her expertise and leadership as a fellow at several prestigious institutions, including the Institute for the Future, Rockwood Leadership Institute, and New America California. She also contributes to the economic discourse as a board member of the California Budget and Policy Center, Higher Ground Labs, Liberation in a Generation, and Next River. As an author, her thoughts and insights have been published in major outlets such as the New York Times, USA Today, Time, Business Insider, CNN, and The Guardian.

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