Allen Shiau, Ph.D., Research Associate

Dr. Shiau is the Chief Economist of Global Economic Consulting Associates, Inc. He specializes in (1) training in tracking economic data and econometric modeling, (2) constructing macroeconometric models with debt sustainability module for clients to perform policy analysis, (3) building debt sustainability models for emerging markets in Excel for scenario analysis, and (4) conducting customized quantitative economic research. He advises clients on economic policy issues and financial risks in the US and key emerging markets. Previously, he worked as the Chief International Economist at the WEFA Group (formerly Wharton Economic Forecasting Associates, Inc), which was originally established by the Nobel Laureate Lawrence Klein. He managed international forecasting, modeling, economic research, and consulting activities, including the activities of WEFA'S international economists based in Philadelphia and London. He was the principal designer of various econometric models used by the WEFA Group and its clients to produce forecasts and access risk scenarios. He served as principal investigator and econometrician for major economic research studies. He works with many firms in product line forecasting, development of customized macroeconomic scenarios, and strategic planning.

Dr. Shiau holds a Ph.D. in Economics from the University of Connecticut. He was also an Adjunct Full Professor at Drexel University teaching graduate economic courses.