Zane Aldrich
Grosse Pointe Woods
Summary
Results-driven Economist with expertise in economic impact modeling and data analysis. Delivered over 100 benefit-cost analyses and automated workflows to improve efficiency. Specializes in quantitative analysis and policy impact assessment, utilizing critical thinking and problem-solving skills to provide actionable insights and clear interpretations of complex economic data.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Economist
Mark Thomas
12.2024 - Current
- Lead benefit-cost, economic impact, emissions, and traffic analyses for 50+ projects supporting $1B+ in funding; develop funding plans for $50K–$7B projects and quantify benefits from $10K–$10B+.
- Executed 100+ BCAs and 10+ EIAs across transportation, environmental, and economic development sectors, providing insights that inform project design and investment decisions.
- Automate workflows using Copilot, R, and Excel, reducing analysis time 90%, saving 40+ hrs/week, and producing reports 75% faster through standardized modeling and templates.
- Conducted QA/QC on models, assumptions, and technical reports to ensure accuracy and consistency.
Economic Development Planner
Southwest Michigan Planning Commission
07.2023 - 12.2024
- Applied economic analysis to inform planning and policy decisions for 75 communities.
- Developed and maintained regional datasets with R, Excel, and GIS to support data-driven initiatives.
- Automated dashboards and reporting workflows using Copilot and R to enhance data accessibility and update efficiency.
Data Consultant
Huntscore
01.2022 - 07.2023
Education
Master of Science in Business Analytics -
Northwood University
Midland, MI01-2023
BBA - Economics
Northwood University
Midland, MI01-2021
Skills
- Economic analysis and forecasting
- Benefit-cost analysis
- Economic impact modeling
- Statistical modeling
- Data and geospatial analysis
- R programming and Excel
- Workflow automation
- Critical thinking analysis
- Research communication
Websites
Timeline
Economist
Mark Thomas
12.2024 - Current
Economic Development Planner
Southwest Michigan Planning Commission
07.2023 - 12.2024
Data Consultant
Huntscore
01.2022 - 07.2023
Master of Science in Business Analytics -
Northwood University
BBA - Economics
Northwood University