Shamubeel Eaqub is an experienced economist who makes economics easy. He is also an author, media commentator and a thought leading public speaker.

Shamubeel has over a decade of experience as an economist in Wellington, Melbourne and Auckland in leading international banks and consultancy. He is on various boards of charities and commercial firms.
He has authored multiple books on issues that matter to New Zealand and gives voice to the unheard including; "Growing Apart: Regional Prosperity in New Zealand", he co-authored "Generation Rent" and "The New Zealand Economy: An Introduction".

He is an engaging and knowledgeable speaker. A regular and respected contributor to media, government and business sector discussions on economic and strategic matters.

Shamubeel lives in Auckland with his wife and son. He grew up in Canterbury and holds a BCom with Honours in Economics from Lincoln University.