The world’s economy is a living, breathing system — constantly shifting in response to innovation, policy changes, market forces, and human behavior. Economics and Trends is where we explore these changes, decode their impact, and uncover what they mean for individuals, businesses, and communities.
From analyzing global market patterns to tracking emerging consumer behaviors, this category offers timely insights to help readers make informed decisions. Whether it’s the ripple effect of international trade agreements, the rise of sustainable industries, or the cultural shifts influencing buying habits, we look at the bigger picture — and how it connects to everyday life.
In a rapidly changing world, understanding economic trends isn’t just for investors and policymakers — it’s for anyone who wants to anticipate change, adapt quickly, and find opportunities in uncertainty.
Dr. Hunter Foote
Founder, Vanderburgh Sober Living · Ph.D., Salve Regina University · M.A., Harvard University
Dr. Hunter Foote is the founder of Vanderburgh Sober Living, which grew into the largest network of Level II recovery residences in the United States. His doctoral research at Salve Regina University focused on social franchising as a model for scaling social enterprise. He holds a Master’s degree from Harvard University in entrepreneurship and innovation, and has lectured at Harvard, Boston University, Hult International Business School, and Springfield College. He is currently completing Built to Fix, but Left Behind, a book on scaling social enterprise. Learn more →