Conference Details
Consumer financial decisions, ranging from choosing mortgages and saving for college or retirement to using credit cards, managing debt, paying for healthcare and insurance, and investing in the stock market, have a profound impact on consumer welfare. By examining how consumers actually make these decisions, researchers can provide valuable insights that inform public policy, business practices, and consumer education initiatives, ultimately helping consumers make better financial choices.
The Boulder Summer Conference showcases cutting-edge research through a mix of plenary sessions, poster presentations, and ample opportunities for informal interaction among attendees. Plenary sessions feature two papers from different disciplines, each addressing a common theme, with discussion led by an industry expert, government representative, or scholar from a third field. The conference program covers a wide range of topics, from the financial decision-making of consumers under stress to the fundamental processes that guide everyday financial choices.
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To be considered for presentation at the conference, authors must submit an extended abstract. The conference program committee selects papers based on quality, relevance to consumer financial decision-making, and contribution to the breadth of topics and disciplinary approaches. The committee also considers how well papers pair with submissions from scholars in different fields. Authors of the best papers not selected for plenary sessions are invited to present their work at the Sunday evening poster session.
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Past conference programs below highlight the impressive scope and depth of research presented at the Boulder Summer Conference. By bringing together scholars, practitioners, and policymakers in an intimate and collaborative setting, the conference continues to drive innovation and shape the future of consumer financial decision-making research.
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