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Peter Economy is an American author, editor, ghostwriter, and publishing consultant living in La Jolla, California.
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Early life
Economy, the son of a U.S. Air Force officer, was born at Hamilton Air Force Base, California. His father—Colonel Pete Economy—was program manager for U.S. Air Force reconnaissance aircraft during the 1960s and 1970s, specifically the Lockheed U-2 and SR-71.
Writing
As of November 12, 2014, Economy is the author of 75 books. He writes about leadership and management for Inc.com and Time (magazine).
His articles have been cited around the world including:
Finanzas Personales (Columbia)
Lebanese Examiner (Troy, MI)
Economy is the associate editor of Leader to Leader, the journal of the Leader to Leader Institute.
Media
Economy has been featured in national newspapers as an expert in business.
Huffington Post
U-T San Diego
Mundo Ejecutivo
Alto Nivel
Business Matters (magazine)
Nursing Management (journal)
Post-Tribune
IndustryWeek
InfoWorld by International Data Group
Network World by International Data Group
San Jose Mercury News
Alerus Financial
Community initiatives and teaching
Economy is on the National Advisory Council of The Art of Science Learning, a National Science Foundation funded project that uses the arts to spark creativity in science education.
Economy is a founding member of the board of Sports for Exceptional Athletes. The nonprofit athletic organization provides enhanced opportunities for people with and without disabilities.
Economy taught Creativity and Innovation at San Diego State University.