Shelby Francis

Biography

Shelby joined the Regional Economic Studies Institute (RESI) in 2022. She works closely with RESI’s research associates to provide economic forecasts, economic commentary, and data analysis. She assists in developing comprehensive research plans for new projects and guides research staff in achieving the stated research objectives.

Previously, Shelby was a graduate research assistant at University of Maine, performing research for the USDA on the value chain of organic grain production. She was also an undergraduate research assistant at Towson University, working on a research project assessing the effect of free cataracts surgery on food security outcomes.

Education

Shelby earned a M.S. in applied economics from University of Maine and a B.S. in economics from Towson University. She is certified as Human Subjects Training: Social & Behavioral Research by CITI Program.

Personal

I love art (painting, music, poetry, etc.) and running.

Fun Fact

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