Can Erbil

Dr. Can Erbil is a distinguished applied economist, professor, and consultant with over 28 years of expertise in economic modeling, international trade, and development economics. A Professor of the Practice at Boston College, he teaches courses on the global economy, economic policy, and inequality, while seamlessly integrating artificial intelligence (AI) and educational technology (EdTech) into his work. As Principal Investigator for multiple grants, including Exploring AI in Teaching and Learning Economics and Virtual Reality in Economics Education, Dr. Erbil pioneers innovative approaches to economic education. His projects leverage AR, VR, and XR technologies to enhance digital learning environments and use AI-driven economic modeling to tackle complex global challenges. Dr. Erbil teaches Ethics, Economics, and Public Policy at the graduate level, including a recent seminar on Research Ethics and Plagiarism for PhD students at the University of Dubrovnik. He is also a Research Fellow at the Economic Research Forum and Director of the EcoMod Modeling School, where he trains policymakers and researchers worldwide in cutting-edge economic modeling techniques. Through EcoMod, Dr. Erbil has led workshops in Belgium, Ecuador, Turkey, Venezuela, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain, USA, Singapore, and the Czech Republic. He has consulted for prominent organizations such as the World Bank and the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston, providing insights into international trade, regional development, education, health policies, and tax reform. Dr. Erbil has been recognized for his teaching excellence with multiple awards, including the Kermit H. Perlmutter Fellowship Award for Teaching Excellence at Brandeis University and Teaching with Technology Awards from Boston College. He previously served as a Senior Scientist at Brandeis University’s Heller School for Social Policy and Management and as Assistant Director at the Center for German and European Studies, where he focused on international economic policy and trade. A leader in executive education, Dr. Erbil organizes and leads Executive Immersion Trips between Istanbul and Boston, partnering with institutions like Brandeis University, Boston College, Harvard University, Özyeğin University and Bahçeşehir University to facilitate cross-cultural exchange and business insights. As an expert on the Boston innovation ecosystem, he frequently advises international delegations and academic programs exploring Boston's dynamic landscape of technology, entrepreneurship, and education. In addition to his academic and consulting roles, Dr. Erbil serves on the advisory boards of several AI startups and is a jury member for an AI-focused venture capital fund, helping identify and support promising innovations at the intersection of technology and economics. In his role as Middle East Regional Faculty Advisor for the Aspire Leaders Program, Dr. Erbil empowers first-generation scholars globally, mentoring future leaders through initiatives that promote inclusive prosperity. Dr. Erbil’s insights and expertise have been featured in major international media, including The Wall Street Journal, Newsweek, The Christian Science Monitor, WalletHub, and Voice of America, as well as The Conversation, Bloomberg TV, Reuters, Forbes, NBC Boston, 7 News Boston, and ABC News. He frequently comments on economic trends, AI’s impact on the workforce, and regional development, offering clear and actionable insights for policymakers and business leaders alike. His recent collaboration with the University of Montenegro and Boston College exemplifies his dedication to cross-border academic partnerships, promoting sustainable development and educational excellence. Fluent in English, Turkish, and German, Dr. Erbil delivers compelling keynote speeches and masterclasses worldwide, offering a truly global perspective on economic challenges, AI-driven solutions, and the future of education and public policy. Three key points: 1.Innovative Integration of AI and EdTech in Economic Education Pioneering the use of Artificial Intelligence and Educational Technology to enhance learning experiences and address complex global economic challenges. 2.Global Thought Leader in Economic Modeling and Policy Over 28 years of experience in economic modeling, international trade, and development economics, providing insights to organizations like the World Bank and the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston. 3.Advocate for Inclusive Leadership and Cross-Cultural Collaboration Empowering first-generation scholars and leading executive immersion programs between Istanbul and Boston, fostering cross-cultural exchange and business insights.