On behalf of the Adecco Group, Stephen Koukoulas former economic advisor to the Prime Minster will present an update on the Australian and global economic markets. Mr Koukoulas will focus on:• The US, European and Asian economies • How the Australian economy will fare this year• Predictions and forecasting Following Stephen’s presentation, Jeff Doyle, Adecco Group Chief Executive Officer will provide an update on the global and Australian employment market. About the Guest SpeakerStephen Koukoulas has a rare and specialised professional career covering more than 25 years as an economist in government, as Global Head of economic and market research. Stephen was Chief Economist for two major banks and economic advisor to the Prime Minister.Stephen is currently Managing Director of Market Economics Pty Ltd, a firm he recently established in response to the growing need for independent and tailored macroeconomic analysis for business clients needing to convert economic data into financial market and policy risks. His work provides clients with unique insights into the macroeconomic policy debate.Between September 2010 and July 2011, Stephen was Senior Economic Advisor to the Prime Minister, Julia Gillard MP having moved there from a senior role in the Commonwealth Treasury. Before that, Stephen spent three years in London as the Global Head of research and strategy for TD Securities.    Stephen has also spent 10 years as a Senior Economist and Chief Economist of Citibank Australia and Chief Strategist at TD Securities in Sydney. Between 1999 and 2001 he was The Australian Financial Review’s Economics Analyst. Adecco Group Cocktail EventDate:      Wednesday 27th MarchTime:      6pm to 8.30pm Canapés and drinks provided Venue:    Fraser’s Function Centre                Fraser Avenue                 Kings Park, PerthRoom:    Function Room 1 RSVP:  Wednesday March 20th Car Park OptionComplimentary parking is available at the Wadjuk car park behind Fraser’s. 2013 Adecco Economic and Employment Update (Perth) 0.00