The AEA, in conjunction with 64 associations in related disciplines known as the Allied Social Science Associations (ASSA), holds a three-day meeting each January to present papers on general economics topics.

Over 13,000 of the best minds in economics are assembled to network and celebrate new achievements in economic research:

• Program: Offers in-depth coverage of economics topics across many disciplines via hundreds of speakers and panels.
• Job Interviews: The concurrent economics job fair brings together thousands of job-seekers and recruiting companies in pre-registered interview sessions.
• Special Events: The Presidential Address, award presentations, lectures, and many networking opportunities are also part of the experience.
• Proceedings: The American Economic Association publishes a Papers and Proceedings edition in May highlighting selected papers from the meeting, and a limited number of sessions are featured on webcasts.
• Exhibit Hall: Meet representatives offering specialized products and services serving economists and those in related disciplines.