Ted Helvoigt
Dr. Ted Helvoigt joined ECONorthwest in 2002. He specializes in econometric and statistical analysis and mathematical optimization. He has applied these methods in a wide range of projects dealing with natural resource economics and policy, benefit-cost analysis of transportation projects, real-estate valuation, regional economic and demographic forecasting, financial analysis and revenue forecasting. Prior to joining ECONorthwest, he worked as an economist/manager for American Express in their International Risk Management Department. In this position, he was responsible for all underwriting and risk analysis pertaining to consumer and small-business card acquisition in Australia, New Zealand, and Thailand. Dr. Helvoigt has delivered technical findings to a variety of governing bodies, including the Alaska Senate and House Finance Committees, the Puget Sound Regional Transit Investment District (RTID), and the Seattle Monorail Commission.