PRESIDENT EMERITUS , CHAPMAN UNIVERSITY
WHY:Served as Chapman’s 12th president. Stepped down in 2016 to return to teaching, succeeded by Daniele Struppa. Issues annual economic forecast in December and midyear update, closely watched by all sectors of Orange County.
IN THE NEWS:Reputation as one of the country’s most accurate economic forecasters.
NOTABLE:Genuine Renaissance man, runs marathons and has climbed some of the world’s highest peaks. Published a children’s book in 2010, in addition to scholarly writings. Frequent OCBJ Leader Board contributor.
QUOTABLE:“On the residential property front, the lack of housing affordability is wreaking havoc on this all-important sector of the county’s economy.”
