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 Kostadin Kushlev, Tyler Ransom, Julie Klinger, Christos Makridis, Sutirtha Bagchi, Jim Samuel, Ryan Howell, Scott Baker, Anindya Ghose, Laura Jackson Young, Dan Baack, Lea-Rachel Kosnik, Luke Connelly, and Roger Sparks.

Christos Makridis

Nashville, TN
Web3 and Labor Economist in Academia, Entrepreneurship, and Policy
Research Interests (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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Lea-Rachel Kosnik

Professor of Economics, University of Missouri-St. Louis, a leading expert on hydropower regulation in the U.S., and other energy and environmental issues
Research Interests (24)
Environmental Economics
Energy Economics
Environmental Justice
Text/Content Analysis
Public & Regulatory Economics
And 19 more
About
Lea-Rachel Kosnik is a Professor of Economics at the University of Missouri-St. Louis. She received her BA and MA from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, and her PhD from the University of California, Los Angeles. Her research focuses on renewable energy and climate change, and she is considered a leading expert on the topic of hydroelectric energy generation in the U.S., and hydropower regulation by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. In recent years her research has expanded to include analyses of the academic economics profession itself, including with a focus on gender issues and DEI initiatives. Methodologically, her skill set includes textual analysis and natural language processing, along with traditional econometric techniques. In 2016 she received an honorable mention for article of the year from *Contemporary Economic Policy*, and in 2022 she gave the keynote address to the Illinois Economics Association. Dr. Kosnik is perhaps best known (in a service capacity) as the Association of Environmental and Resource Economist’s (AERE’s) Midwest representative, annually organizing the full track of AERE-sponsored environmental sessions at the Midwest Economic Association meetings. Dr. Kosnik has also served as President, Past-President, and Board Member of the Transportation and Public Utilities Group (TPUG), and as a Department Chair.

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Luke Connelly

Professor of Health Economics, The University of Queensland, CBEH
Research Interests (43)
Health economics
insurance
Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health
Safety, Risk, Reliability and Quality
Human Factors and Ergonomics
And 38 more
About
Luke Connelly is Professor of Health Economics at the Centre for the Business and Economics of Health. He also holds a Professorial appointment (part-time) at The University of Bologna, to which he was appointed in 2017 via the Italian “Direct Call” ([link](https://www.unibo.it/sitoweb/luke.connelly/en)) process. In 2019 he was appointed as Honorary Professor at The University of Sydney. His main interests are in health economics and insurance economics and the effects of institutions (including legal constructs) on incentives and behaviour. He has also worked in other fields of applied microeconomics, including education economics and transport economics. His publications include papers in *Review of Income and Wealth*, *Health Economics*, *Journal of Health Economics*, *Journal of Risk and Insurance*, *Geneva Papers on Risk and Insurance*, *Accident Analysis and Prevention*, *Journal of Law and Medicine*, *Journal of Clinical Epidemiology*, *European Journal of Health Economics*, *International Journal of Health Economics and Finance*, *Social Science and Medicine*, *Economic Papers*, *Economic Analysis and Policy*, *Journal of Transport Economics and Policy*, *Labour Economics*, *Economics and Human Biology* as well as in a range of clinical journals, including *Lancet*. Luke has served on a number of public committees including the Medical Services Advisory Committee (MSAC), which advises the Australian Minister for Health on the safety, efficacy, effectiveness, and cost-effectiveness of new and extant listings on Australia's Medicare Benefits Schedule. He has extensive service on other public committees and taskforces as well as extensive teaching and consulting engagements with industry. Over his career he has been a chief investigator on research grants and contracts totalling more than $67m. He is a member of the Editorial Boards of European Journal of Health Economics and the International Journal on Environmental Research and Public Health. He is a member of the International Health Economics Association's Arrow Awards Committee, which awards an annual prize in honour of Nobel Laureate Kenneth Arrow for the best paper in the field. He is currently Guest Editor (with Christophe Courbage) on a Special Issue of the Geneva Papers on Risk and Insurance on Insurance and Emerging Health Risks. His current research interests include health service innovations to improve the health of people with chronic kidney disease(CKD). Ongoing interests include the economics of disability and insurance, compensable injury compensation schemes, and the determinants of health. Luke enjoys and has considerable experience teaching economics and health economics at both the graduate and undergraduate levels. In 2014 he was awarded the School of Economics Distinguished Teaching Award for his teaching on UQ's Master of Health Economics Program. In July 2016 and July 2019 he also taught summer schools in Health Economics and the Economics of Insurance at The University of Lucerne, Switzerland. Over the past 10 years he has been a chief investigator on grants totalling more than $70m.

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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.