Dr. E. Lance McCarthy is a renowned global economist, public policy advisor, and faith-driven finance expert with over three decades of experience in economic strategy, urban revitalization, and inclusive investment.
As a former advisor to President Bill Clinton’s White House Economic Defense Conversion Task Force, Dr. McCarthy helped shape national policy focused on economic reinvention and community transformation. In 2023, he was honored with the Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award by President Joe Biden in recognition of his lifelong service to economic and social justice.
Dr. McCarthy is the co-founder of Ferguson 1000, a national movement that created thousands of jobs in underserved communities. He serves as an advisor to global institutions, foundations, and governments, with a particular focus on empowering faith-based economies, Black and Brown capital markets, and sustainable wealth ecosystems.
He has lectured at prestigious institutions including Harvard University, UCLA, USC, and All Nations University (Canada & Ghana). His TED Talk, “African Americans and Technology – Empowerment or Exclusion,” has influenced conversations on equity in innovation and finance.
Dr. McCarthy is the bestselling author of “Wall Street to the Hood” and is a frequent contributor to forums like the United Nations and Digital DAVOS, where he addresses topics on economic diplomacy, minority capital inclusion, and global investment strategy.
A trusted voice in legacy finance, faith-integrated investing, and urban economic growth, Dr. Lance McCarthy continues to advise decision-makers, high-net-worth families, and mission-driven organizations around the world.