Wednesday, April 30, 2025
1:00- 2:30pm
Global Classroom at the SUNY Global Center
115 East 55th Street
New York City
Also available on Zoom
About the Topic
This year’s Hitchcock Lecture brings together leading voices in global finance to explore how tariffs, trade policies, and economic uncertainty are reshaping the world economy. Moderated by Charles Wait, Chairman of the Board of The Adirondack Trust Company, the panel features leading voices in global markets: Robert Sockin, Senior Global Economist at Citi, and Cameron Dawson, Chief Investment Officer at NewEdge Wealth. Additional panelists to be announced.
About the Speaker
Charles Wait (Moderator)
Charles Wait, is the Chairman of The Adirondack Trust Company, a community-focused financial institution based in Saratoga Springs, New York. Mr. Wait began his banking career at Adirondack Trust in 1974 as a bookkeeping clerk. He steadily advanced through the organization, becoming Assistant Vice President in 1977, Treasurer in 1978, Director in 1982, President in 1984, and Chairman and CEO in 1989. Under his leadership, the bank has grown significantly, now managing over $1.4 billion in assets across 13 branches. Mr. Wait has been instrumental in promoting industrial development, commercial enterprise, education, the arts, and sports events in the region.
Robert Sockin (Panelist)
Robert Sockin is a Senior Global Economist at Citi, where he contributes to macroeconomic research and policy analysis. He rejoined Citi in June 2022, having previously served as an economist at the firm from 2011 to 2014. Between his tenures at Citi, Mr. Sockin held positions as a Senior Economist at SPX Capital, Director of Economics at UBS, and Policy Advisor at the U.S. Department of the Treasury. He began his career at the Federal Reserve Board of Governors, focusing on global trade research. Mr. Sockin's analyses are frequently cited in major media outlets, including The Financial Times and The Wall Street Journal.
Cameron Dawson (Panelist)
Cameron Dawson is the Chief Investment Officer at NewEdge Wealth, an investment advisory firm specializing in ultra-high-net-worth individuals, family offices, and institutional clients. In her role, she leads the development of the firm's investment themes, strategies, and market outlooks, collaborating closely with advisors and clients. Prior to joining NewEdge Wealth in 2022, Ms. Cameron served as Chief Market Strategist at Fieldpoint Private Securities and as a Senior Equity Analyst at Bank of America. She is widely recognized for her insightful financial commentary, frequently appearing on Bloomberg, CNBC, and Fox Business.
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