The Group of 30, or G-30, is a non-profit organization composed of leading economists, bankers, and other authoritative figures from the public and private sectors. Its purpose is to explore and examine the international impact of public and private sector decisions and provide deep understanding of international economic and financial topics.

Since its formation in 1978, G-30 has gathered twice a year in Washington D.C. to discuss pressing topics related to global economics. Its discussions cover all aspects of the economy, ranging from labor issues to macroeconomic developments. The organization’s website regularly updates reports on its discussions and offers free downloadable versions of its papers to the public.

In addition to G-30’s main role of discussing global economic matters, the organization is highly invested in developing the thought leadership of its invited members and connecting them with sources of meaningful financial knowledge. Through its “Academic Pathway” program and its “Research Fo cus” program, G-30’s members can mirror the organization’s mission for global economic understanding and financial awareness.

The organization is committed not only to deepening public and private sector understanding, but also to helping develop solutions and providing economic guidance to those in power. G-30 regularly offers economic advice to the U.S. Executive Branch, since a strong economy is pertinent to the world’s political, economic, and social stability.

G-30’s discussions and work are significant in developing the global economic understanding that is important in making sound financial decision in today’s international economy. The advice and guidance to public and private sector officials, in addition to the shared knowledge amongst members, are integral in the development of workable solutions to the global economic challenges the world currently faces.