Work with thought leaders and academic experts in Economics

Companies can greatly benefit from working with someone whose expertise is in the field of Economics. These experts can provide valuable insights and analysis to enhance decision-making, optimize business strategies, and gain a competitive edge. By collaborating with an academic researcher in Economics, companies can gain a deeper understanding of market trends, consumer behavior, and economic indicators. They can also receive expert guidance on pricing strategies, cost analysis, and risk management. Furthermore, economists can help companies evaluate the impact of government policies, anticipate market fluctuations, and identify growth opportunities. Overall, partnering with an Economics expert can lead to improved profitability, informed decision-making, and sustainable business growth.

Researchers on NotedSource with backgrounds in Economics include Christos Makridis, Kostadin Kushlev, Tyler Ransom, Julie Klinger, Robert Gmeiner, Ryan Howell, Sutirtha Bagchi, Jim Samuel, Thomai Serdari, Wesley R. Hartmann, Dan Baack, Roger Sparks, and Ariel Kalil.

Christos Makridis

Nashville, TN
10 Years Experience
Web3 and Labor Economist in Academia, Entrepreneurship, and Policy
Education

Stanford University

Dual Ph.D., Economics and Management Science & Engineering / June, 2018

Stanford, California, United States of America

Arizona State University

B.S., Economics and Mathematics / May, 2012

Tempe, Arizona, United States of America
Experience

Stanford University

Digital Fellow / August, 2020 — Present

Department of Veterans Affairs

Senior Adviser, National AI Institute / January, 2020 — Present

Columbia Business School

Adjunct Associate Research Scholar / February, 2022 — Present

Research Expertise (16)
Finance
Economics and Econometrics
Accounting
Pharmacology (medical)
Law
And 11 more
About
Christos A. Makridis holds academic appointments at Columbia Business School, Stanford University, Baylor University, University of Nicosia, and Arizona State University. He is also an adjunct scholar at the Manhattan Institute, senior adviser at Gallup, and senior adviser at the National AI Institute in the Department of Veterans Affairs. Christos is the CEO/co-founder of [Dainamic](https://www.dainamic.ai/), a technology startup working to democratize the use and application of data science and AI techniques for small and mid sized organizations, and CTO/co-founder of [Living Opera](https://www.livingopera.org/), a web3 startup working to bridge classical music and blockchain technologies. Christos previously served on the White House Council of Economic Advisers managing the cybersecurity, technology, and space activities, as a Non-resident Fellow at the Cyber Security Project in the Harvard Kennedy School of Government, as a Digital Fellow at the Initiative at the Digital Economy in the MIT Sloan School of Management, a a Non-resident Research Scientist at Datacamp, and as a Visiting Fellow at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies. Christos’ primary academic research focuses on labor economics, the digital economy, and personal finance and well-being. He has published over 70 peer-reviewed research papers in academic journals and over 170 news articles in the press. Christos earned a Bachelor’s in Economics and Minor in Mathematics at Arizona State University, as well a dual Masters and PhDs in Economics and Management Science & Engineering at Stanford University.

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Kostadin Kushlev

Washington, District of Columbia, United States of America
13 Years Experience
My research focuses on interventions to improve well-being by promoting better digital habits.
Education

University of British Columbia

PhD, Psychology / August, 2015

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Reed College

B.A., Psychology / May, 2008

Portland, Oregon, United States of America
Experience

Georgetown University

Assistant Professor / August, 2018 — Present

University of Virginia

Research Scientist / August, 2015 — August, 2018

Research Expertise (4)
Social Psychology
Communication
Applied Psychology
Human-Computer Interaction
About
I am broadly interested in the factors that promote or diminish happiness and well-being. My research program explores how constant connectivity to the Internet impacts people’s relationships and well-being and how we can harness technology to improve well-being and promote positive behavioral change. I am a Vanier Scholar and a Rising Star of the Association for Psychological Science (APS). I have written for *The* *New York Times*, *The Conversation*, and *Psychology Today*, and my work has been covered by other prestigious publications such as *The* *Economist, BBC, NPR, Forbes, Fast Company, Time Magazine, The Wall Stree Journal, National Geographic,* and *The Washington Post*. I have consulted for companies such as Ipsos, Canvas8, and Luce Research. See more at www.kushlev.com

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Tyler Ransom

Norman, Oklahoma, United States of America
8 Years Experience
Associate Professor of Economics at the University of Oklahoma
Education

Duke University

PhD, Economics / May, 2015

Durham, North Carolina, United States of America

Brigham Young University

B.A., Economics / May, 2009

Provo, Utah, United States of America
Experience

University of Oklahoma

Assistant Professor / August, 2017 — July, 2022

Associate Professor of Economics / August, 2022 — Present

Duke University

Postdoctoral Associate / July, 2015 — June, 2017

Most Relevant Research Expertise
Economics
Other Research Expertise (14)
Labor Economics
Economics of Education
Urban Economics
Applied Microeconomics
Economics and Econometrics
And 9 more
About
Tyler Ransom is an associate professor of economics at the University of Oklahoma. He received his Ph.D. in economics from Duke University in 2015. His research interests include labor economics, economics of education, urban economics, and machine learning applications. He has published papers in leading journals such as the Journal of Labor Economics, the Journal of Human Resources, and the Journal of Econometrics. He is also an associate editor of the Annals of Economics and Statistics and a research affiliate of IZA and GLO. He has taught courses on econometrics, data science, and economics of education at both undergraduate and graduate levels. He has received several awards and fellowships for his research and teaching, such as the OU Dodge Family College of Arts & Sciences Irene Rothbaum Outstanding Assistant Professor Award in 2022. He is proficient in various coding languages such as Matlab, Stata, R, Julia, Bash, Git, and LaTeX. He also has advanced language skills in Japanese.

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Julie Klinger

Newark, Delaware, United States of America
17 Years Experience
Assistant Professor of Geography at University of Delaware
Education

University of California, Berkeley

Ph.D., Geography / 2015

Berkeley, California, United States of America

Sarah Lawrence College

B.A., International Relations, Politic Geography / 2006

Bronxville, New York, United States of America

Certificate, Professional Training, China Studies, International Politics / 2007

Nanjing
Experience

University of Delaware

Assistant Professor of Geography / January, 2020 — Present

Boston University Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies

Assistant Professor of International Relations / June, 2015 — December, 2019

UC Berkeley

PhD Candidate / 2012 — 2015

PhD Student / 2009 — 2012

Research Expertise (3)
Political Science and International Relations
Geography, Planning and Development
Sociology and Political Science
About
I'm an Assistant Professor of Geography in the Department of Geography and Spatial Sciences at the University of Delaware, and faculty in the Minerals, Materials, and Society Program. My recently released book, "Rare Earth Frontiers: From Terrestrial Subsoils to Lunar Landscapes" with Cornell University Press, is based on five years' research in the capitals and borderlands of China, Brazil, and the USA. It recently received the Meridian Book Award from the American Association of Geographers for its "unusually important contribution to the art and science of geography." Full professional fluency in Mandarin and Portuguese. Worldwide research, consulting, and negotiation experience.

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Robert Gmeiner

Fayetteville, North Carolina, United States of America
7 Years Experience
Professor with Ph.D. in economics with expertise in time series statistics
Education

Florida State University

Ph.D., Economics / May, 2018

Tallahassee, Florida, United States of America

Florida State University

M.S., Economics / May, 2016

Tallahassee, Florida, United States of America

Wake Forest University

B.A., Economics and Russian / December, 2012

Winston-Salem, North Carolina, United States of America
Experience

Methodist University

Assistant Professor of Financial Economics / August, 2021 — Present

The Sunwater Institute

Scholar / June, 2018 — August, 2019

Extensive research on economics of intellectual property rights.

Kennesaw State University

Limited Term Assistant Professor of Economics / August, 2019 — August, 2021

Most Relevant Research Expertise
Economics
Other Research Expertise (23)
Statistics
Time series statistics
Time Series
Macroeconomics
Financial Economics
And 18 more
About
Robert Gmeiner is an accomplished economist with a strong background in both academic research and teaching. He holds a Ph.D. and M.S. in Economics from Florida State University and a B.A. in Economics and Russian, summa cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa, from Wake Forest University. Currently, Dr. Gmeiner is on the faculty at Methodist University, where he teaches courses in economics and statistics. His areas of expertise include time series statistics, econometrics, macroeconomic policy, inflation, economic policy (fiscal and monetary), international trade, antitrust/competition, and economic forecasting. He has published several articles in top academic journals and has presented his research at numerous conferences and workshops. Prior to working at Methodist University, he worked for the Sunwater Institute, where he researched the economics of intellectual property rights. Gmeiner is known for his dedication to his students, rigorous and timely work, always meeting deadlines. He takes pride in distilling top-level research into actionable insights, easily understood by a non-technical audience, and his ability to make complex economic concepts accessible and engaging. Outside of his work in economics, Gmeiner enjoys gardening, long-distance running, and spending time with his family. He is also an active member of several professional organizations, including Phi Beta Kappa, Omicron Delta Kappa, and the Philadelphia Society.

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Ryan Howell

San Francisco , California, United States of America
18 Years Experience
Professor of Psychology, Department of Psychology, San Francisco State University
Education

University of California, Riverside

PhD, Social / Personality Psychology Division / 2005

Riverside, California, United States of America

University of California, Riverside

MA, Social / Personality Psychology / 2002

Riverside, California, United States of America

Westmont College

BSc, Psychology / 1998

Santa Barbara, California, United States of America
Experience

San Francisco State University, Department of Psychology

Associate Professor / 2012 — Present

Research Expertise (34)
Happiness
Psychiatry and Mental health
Clinical Psychology
History and Philosophy of Science
Applied Psychology
And 29 more
About
Dr. Ryan Howell is an Associate Professor at San Francisco State University. His research interests include the psychology of goals and how people pursue and achieve them. Dr. Howell received his PhD in Social/Personality Psychology from the University of California, Riverside in 2005.

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Sutirtha Bagchi

Villanova, Pennsylvania, United States of America
12 Years Experience
Associate Professor of Economics with a rich set of experiences spanning the commercial and educational sectors. Proficient with the use of legal databases like CaseText, WestLaw, and LexisPlus.
Education

University of Michigan–Ann Arbor

Ph.D., Business Economics / December, 2014

Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States of America

University of Michigan–Ann Arbor

M.A., Economics / August, 2013

Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States of America

Purdue University West Lafayette

MBA, General Management / May, 2006

West Lafayette, Indiana, United States of America
Experience

Villanova University

Associate Professor of Economics / August, 2021 — Present

Assistant Professor of Economics / August, 2014 — August, 2021

McKinsey & Company

Associate / July, 2006 — August, 2008

Worked as an Associate with McKinsey & Company working out of their Pittsburgh office, consulting with clients primarily primarily in the consumer packaged goods and retail space.

FedEx Services

Summer Intern / June, 2005 — August, 2005

Tasked with sketching a customer profile for the Kinko's customer in light of FedEx's acquisition of Kinko's in 2004.

Research Expertise (10)
Political Economy
State and Local Public Finance
Regulation
Economics and Econometrics
Finance
And 5 more
About
Sutirtha Bagchi is an Associate Professor of Economics at Villanova University where he teaches courses in microeconomics and public economics. Dr. Bagchi has a Ph.D. in Business Economics and an M.A. in Economics from the University of Michigan–Ann Arbor. He also received an MBA from Purdue University West Lafayette, in addition to a B. Tech. (With Honors) in Chemical Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur.

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Jim Samuel

11 Years Experience
Associate Professor at Rutgers University
Education

Baruch College

PhD, Information Systems / 2007

New York, New York, United States of America
Experience

Rutgers University

Associate Professor / 2021 — Present

Axivest

CIO / 2012 — Present

Research Expertise (22)
Analytics
Artificial Intelligence
Informatics
Machine Learning
NLP NLU NLG Behavioral Finance
And 17 more
About
Jim Samuel is an Associate Professor of Practice and Executive Director of the Informatics Program at the Bloustein School. He is an information and artificial intelligence (AI) scientist, with significant industry experience in finance, technology, entrepreneurship and data analytics. Dr. Samuel’s primary research covers human intelligence and artificial intelligences interaction and information philosophy.  Dr. Samuel’s applied research focuses on the optimal use of big data and smart data driven AI applications, textual analytics, natural language processing and artificially intelligent public opinion informatics. His expertise extends to socioeconomic implications of AI, applied machine learning, social media analytics, AI education and AI bias. Dr. Samuel completed his Ph.D. from the Zicklin School of Business, Baruch College – City University of New York, and he also has M.Arch and M.B.A (International Finance) degrees.  Dr. Samuel has worked with large multinational financial services corporations, and advises businesses and organizations on data analytics and AI driven value creation strategies. He is passionate about research driven thought leadership in AI, information philosophy, analytics and informatics. 

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Thomai Serdari

14 Years Experience
Professor of Marketing and Branding
Education

New York University

MBA, Business Administration and Luxury Marketing / 2009

New York, New York, United States of America

New York University

PhD, Art History and Archaeology / 2005

New York, New York, United States of America

New School

MA, Media Studies / 1997

New York, New York, United States of America
Experience

NYU

Professor of Marketing / 2012 — Present

BrandxLux

CEO / 2009 — Present

Luxury Marketing Strategy

NYU

Director of Fashion and Luxury MBA / 2019 — Present

Research Expertise (6)
marketing
luxury marketing
entrepreneurship
fashion
creative industries
And 1 more
About
Thomai Serdari, Ph.D. is a strategist in luxury marketing and branding. She helps clients launch, grow, and successfully manage luxury brands. She is an expert on luxury and actively studies, values, and reports on companies or funds that operate and invest within the luxury goods market. Prof. Serdari has been teaching at New York University since 2004 and at Stern since 2012. She developed the core courses for the Luxury Marketing specialization among others and became Academic Director of the Fashion & Luxury MBA in 2019. Originally trained as an architect at the National Technical University of Athens, Prof. Serdari received her doctorate in Art History & Archaeology from the Institute of Fine Arts, New York University in 2005. She also holds an MBA from the Leonard N. Stern School of Business, New York University, with a specialization in corporate and quantitative finance (2009).

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Wesley R. Hartmann

The John G. McCoy-Banc One Corporation Professor of Marketing
Education

University of California, Los Angeles

PhD, Economics / 2003

Los Angeles, California, United States of America

University of California, Los Angeles

MA, Economics / 2001

Los Angeles, California, United States of America

University of California, Irvine

BA, Economics & Political Science / 1996

Irvine, California, United States of America
Experience

Graduate School of Business, Stanford University

Professor

Research Expertise (12)
Marketing
Economics and Econometrics
Business and International Management
Management Science and Operations Research
Strategy and Management
And 7 more
About
Wesley R. Hartmann is a Professor at the Graduate School of Business at Stanford University. He received his PhD in Economics from the University of California, Los Angeles in 2003, and his MA in Economics from the University of California, Los Angeles in 2001. He also holds a BA in Economics and Political Science from the University of California, Irvine.

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Dan Baack

Denver, Colorado, United States of America
14 Years Experience
Professor at the University of Denver
Education

Saint Louis University

PhD, Marketing and International Business

St Louis, Missouri, United States of America

Truman State University

BS, Psychology and English

Kirksville, Missouri, United States of America
Experience

University of Denver

Professor of Marketing / 2009 — Present

Research Expertise (22)
Information processing
culture
and international marketing
Marketing
Communication
And 17 more
About
Dan Baack is an expert in advertising, brand management and international marketing. His academic research focuses on how differences in how consumers process information affect promotional activities. This includes investigations of creativity and advertising effectiveness, of advertising’s impact on brand image and of culture’s influence on marketing activity.

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Roger Sparks

40 Years Experience
Professor of Economics, Mills College at Northeastern University
Education

University of California, Davis

Ph.D, Economics / July, 1984

Davis, California, United States of America
Experience

Purdue University

Assistant Professor / August, 1983 — June, 1988

Essex University

Visiting Professor / September, 1985 — June, 1986

University of California at Davis

Visiting Professor / September, 1988 — June, 1989

Research Expertise (13)
applied microeconomics
strategy
environment
finance
Pharmacology (medical)
And 8 more
About
Roger Sparks is a Professor of Economics at Mills College, Oakland, CA. He earned his PhD in Economics from the University of California, Davis and has been at Mills College since 1989. Professor Sparks is currently director of the Master of Applied Economics program at Mills and chair of the Economics Department. He has more than 20 research papers published in economics journals, has refereed many paper submissions to professional journals, and currently serves on the Board of Directors of the Kemper Human Rights Education Foundation. Professor Sparks’ research applies game theory and the economics of information to a variety of topics, including the theory of unemployment, efficiency wages, employee stock offerings, cyclical changes in labor productivity, the determination of mortgage rates, mortgage securitization, environmental policy, utility regulation, psychiatric decision-making, the energy paradox, and the price impacts of low-carbon fuel standards. This research agenda has allowed him to incorporate into his teaching first-hand knowledge about a variety of topics and techniques of analysis, which in turn has enhanced his students’ curiosity and learning.

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Ariel Kalil

Chicago, Illinois, United States of America
27 Years Experience
University of Chicago Professor and Expert on Childhood Development
Education

University of Michigan–Ann Arbor

PhD, Developmental Psychology / 1996

Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States of America

University of Colorado System

MA, Social Psychology / 1993

Boulder, Colorado, United States of America

University of Wisconsin–Madison

BA, Psychology and French Literature / 1991

Madison, Wisconsin, United States of America
Experience

University of Chicago

Daniel Levin Professor in the Harris School of Public Policy Studies and in the College / 2022 — Present

Research Expertise (25)
Sociology and Political Science
Developmental and Educational Psychology
Education
Pediatrics, Perinatology and Child Health
Life-span and Life-course Studies
And 20 more
About
Ariel D. Kalil is the Daniel Levin Professor of Public Policy Studies at the University of Chicago. She is a faculty research fellow at the National Bureau of Economic Research and a research associate at the Population Studies Center at the University of Michigan. She is also a faculty member in the Harris School of Public Policy Studies and in the College at the University of Chicago. Kalil's research lies at the intersection of child development and public policy. She is particularly interested in the effect of early childhood interventions on health and economic outcomes in adulthood. Her work has been published in leading social science journals, including the American Economic Review, the Quarterly Journal of Economics, and the Journal of Political Economy. Kalil earned her PhD in Developmental Psychology from the University of Michigan–Ann Arbor in 1996, her MA in Social Psychology from the University of Colorado System in 1993, and her BA in Psychology and French Literature from the University of Wisconsin–Madison in 1991.

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Example Economics projects

How can companies collaborate more effectively with researchers, experts, and thought leaders to make progress on Economics?

Market Research and Analysis

An Economics expert can conduct comprehensive market research and analysis to identify emerging trends, consumer preferences, and competitive landscapes. This information can help companies develop effective marketing strategies, target the right audience, and stay ahead of the competition.

Cost-Benefit Analysis

Economists can perform cost-benefit analysis to evaluate the financial viability of potential projects or investments. By considering the costs and benefits associated with different options, companies can make informed decisions and allocate resources efficiently.

Forecasting and Risk Management

Economics experts can use statistical models and economic indicators to forecast market trends, demand patterns, and potential risks. This enables companies to proactively manage risks, adjust their strategies, and make accurate predictions for future business performance.

Policy Evaluation

With their understanding of economic principles and policy frameworks, economists can help companies evaluate the impact of government policies on their business operations. This includes assessing the effects of taxation, regulations, and trade policies, and developing strategies to adapt and comply with changing economic environments.

Optimization of Pricing Strategies

Economics experts can analyze market dynamics, consumer behavior, and pricing structures to optimize pricing strategies. By understanding price elasticity, demand elasticity, and market competition, companies can set optimal prices that maximize profitability and customer satisfaction.