Steve Rattner

Steven Rattner is an economic and financial commentator, author, and business leader whose work spans investment management, journalism, public policy, and broadcasting. He is Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Willett Advisors LLC, which manages the personal and philanthropic assets of former New York City Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg. Rattner also serves as an economic analyst on MSNBC’s Morning Joe and contributes opinion writing to The New York Times.

Earlier in his career, he was Counselor to the U.S. Treasury Secretary and led the Obama administration’s effort to restructure the American automobile industry. He chronicled that experience in Overhaul: An Insider’s Account of the Obama Administration’s Emergency Rescue of the Auto Industry, a book recognized for its detailed account of the financial crisis and the people involved in the government’s response.

Through his website, Rattner shares articles, media appearances, and commentary on economic and political issues, often using charts to explain current developments. He is also available for public speaking, with past engagements including the Aspen Ideas Festival.