James Tebrake is the Deputy Director of the Statistics Department (STA) of the IMF. His main responsibilities include overseeing the Statistics Department’s Economic data program, and the development of macroeconomic statistical standards. Jim’s current research includes developing improved frameworks and methods to account for financial innovation, globalization, digitalization, as well as developing frameworks to assess economic data quality. Prior to joining the IMF in August 2019, Jim held several positions at Statistics Canada, including Assistant Chief Statistician, Economic Statistics and Director General of the Macroeconomic Accounts Branch.