About Us

The Laurier Business and Economics Review (LBER) is a non-profit organization sanctioned by Wilfrid Laurier Students' Union. The members of Laurier Business and Economics Review are primarily from the Lazaridis School of Business and Economics. Our organization has the objective to publish original written, audio, and video content, relating to the fields of business and economics. The Laurier Business and Economics Review employs rigorous standards to ensure journalistic integrity and transparency.

The Laurier Business and Economics Review partners with the student community in the search for success amid unprecedented risk. Through rigorous analysis of business strategy, global economic conditions and public policy, our insights equip readers with the knowledge they need to navigate a turbulent future.

Our Approach

Vision. Ambition. Determination.

At a fundamental level, we believe that business is the study of adaptation. Whether it be to evolutions in consumer preferences or sweeping legislative developments, surviving in the market requires innovation, resourcefulness, and vigilance to circumstances. To this end, we pay close attention to the following factors in the business environment:

Strategic Trends

There is no one answer to how a business can tailor itself to the world around it. Complete consideration of every aspect of a venture from product to practice is key to identifying the path to survival.

Market Conditions

As the life blood of any business, capital can flood into the coffers of a venture and dry up just as quickly. Understanding key financial trends and investor priorities ensures entrepreneurs and executives alike stay ahead of the curve.

Public Policy Impacts

We cannot discount political-economic change when discussing modern uncertainty. From geopolitical tensions to environmental concerns, doing business both locally and globally requires knowledge of imminent regulatory risks and market opportunities.

Technological Advances

With the introduction of artificial intelligence among others, the world awaits a new industrial revolution. With untold benefits to operative efficiency and productivity, how do we adapt the workplace to ensure no one is left behind?