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Associate Professor of Community and Regional Planning and Extension Economist, Iowa State University

My research and extension activities are in the broad areas of public finance and community and economic development. The main focus of my work is geared toward building efficiencies within local governments by providing good quality public services through effective financial management. In addition, working with communities in identifying, prioritizing and acting on major issues to make communities good places for families and businesses to thrive and prosper. Specific areas of interest include housing, transportation, workforce development, natural resources and the environment.

Experience

  • –present
    Associate Professor, Iowa State University

Education

  • 2004 
    Texas Tech University, PhD in Agricultural Economics