How does change happen in Washington? For CEI, it always begins with the principles of economic and personal freedom. But it doesn’t end there. Join CEI Senior Economist Ryan Young to learn how to make a difference in Washington. Whether the issue is regulation, inflation, or antitrust, CEI pursues a full-service approach to policy change. Our experts produce original research and analysis, build coalitions, and litigate when necessary to create lasting policy reform.

When: ​​​​​​11:30 am – 1:30 pm
Thursday, February 5, 2026

Where: Grey Oaks Country Club, Grill Room
2400 Grey Oaks Drive North, Naples, FL 34105

This is a private event. Questions? Email [email protected].


Ryan Young is a senior economist and director of publications at the Competitive Enterprise Institute. He specializes in trade, regulation, monetary policy, and antitrust policy, and edited Adam Smith’s Guide to Life, Loveliness, and the Modern Economy. His writing has appeared in USA Today, The Wall Street Journal, and Politico, and he has appeared on NPR, the BBC, and C-SPAN’s Washington Journal. He has an M.A. in economics from George Mason University and is a member of the Mont Pelerin Society.

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