For highlights and information about forthcoming events, please visit mercatus.org/conversations-with-tyler.

The Mercatus Center at George Mason University is pleased to announce the launch of a new event series in which Tyler Cowen will host thought leaders from across the spectrum—economists, entrepreneurs, authors and innovators. All have one thing in common—they are making an impact on the world because of their ideas.

In this series, called "Conversations with Tyler," Dr. Cowen will have the opportunity to host these esteemed individuals and discuss some of the most critical challenges our world faces as well as the future of the economy.

Below are highlights from the launch events in the series.

The Future of Innovation: A Conversation with Peter Thiel
 March 31, 2015 2:00 p.m. — 3:30 p.m.
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The Future of Economic Development: A Conversation with Jeffrey Sachs
 April 7, 2015 3:30 p.m. — 5:00 p.m.
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