Kyle Dean, Ph.D.
Professor of Economics; Director, Center for Native American & Urban Studies
Business
Data Analytics & Economics
Native American Enterprise
Biography
Education
Ph.D., Economics, Â鶹´«Ã½ State University
B.B.A., Management Information Systems, University of Â鶹´«Ã½
Areas of Expertise
Dr. Kyle Dean is an experienced professional economist who provides economic analysis to government, business, and non-profit leaders throughout the region. Dr. Dean began consulting in 2005 and his client list includes some of Â鶹´«Ã½â€™s most influential businesses and trade associations, including the Â鶹´«Ã½ Independent Producers Association (OIPA), the Â鶹´«Ã½ Bankers’ Association (OBA), the Â鶹´«Ã½ Telephone Association (OTA) and many others. He is best known for his comprehensive work with Â鶹´«Ã½ tribes, having completed the first ever estimate of the combined economic impacts from Â鶹´«Ã½ tribal activities.
Professional Activities
Dr. Dean is a member of the American Economic Association and the National Association of Business Economists.