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Meet the Experts

The Fifth Third and Kenan Institute Collaboration - Empowering American Cities

Meet the people whose expertise drives Empowering American Cities.

Gerald Cohen

Gerald Cohen

Chief Economist
Kenan Institute of Private Enterprise
Gerald provides strategic vision and leadership of the translational economic research and policy initiatives at the institute.
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Sarah Dickerson

Sarah Dickerson

Assistant Research Professor and Research Economist
Kenan Institute of Private Enterprise
Sarah provides guidance on regional economic and policy research at the Institute and presents insights to external audiences.
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Jeff Korzenik

Jeff Korzenik

Chief Economist
Fifth Third Commercial Bank
Jeff provides research and analysis that impacts the Bank’s key markets, providing insight to business leaders and policymakers throughout the country.
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Fifth Third is a bank that's as long on innovation as it is on history. Since 1858, we've been helping individuals, families, businesses and communities grow through smart financial services that improve lives. Our list of firsts is extensive, and it's one that continues to expand as we explore the intersection of tech-driven innovation, dedicated people and focused community impact. Fifth Third is one of the few U.S.-based banks to have been named among Ethisphere's World's Most Ethical Companies® for several years. With a commitment to taking care of our customers, employees, communities and shareholders, our goal is not only to be the nation's highest performing regional bank, but to be the bank people most value and trust.

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Kenan Institute of Private Enterprise

We develop and promote innovative, market-based solutions to vital economic issues. With the belief that private enterprise is the cornerstone of a prosperous and free society, we foster the entrepreneurial spirit to stimulate economic prosperity and improve the lives of people in North Carolina, across the country and around the world.

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