Tate Watkins is a research fellow and managing editor at PERC. His writing has appeared in The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, Reason, The Atlantic, The Hill, and many other outlets. Watkins earned M.A. and B.A. degrees in economics from Clemson University. He previously worked as a journalist reporting on economic development and foreign aidContinue reading “Tate Watkins”
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Jonathan Yoder
Jonathan Yoder is a Distinguished Professor for Sustainable Development, Professor of Economics at Washington State University’s School of Economic Sciences, the Director of the State of Washington Water Research Center, and affiliate faculty at the Paul G. Allen School for Global Health. His research specializations include natural resource and environmental economics, focusing on policy designContinue reading “Jonathan Yoder”
Rupert Munro
Rupert is the Chief Operating Officer at PERC, working with the Center’s investors to strengthen and grow our impact across the country in his role leading PERC’s fundraising efforts as well as overseeing all finance and business operations. Prior to joining PERC, Rupert served as the Director of Development for the Bill of Rights Institute,Continue reading “Rupert Munro”
Kristen Byrne
As PERC’s Media & Marketing Manager, Kristen helps disseminate the idea that property rights, markets, and enviropreneurs can tackle environmental issues. A broadcast and print journalist, she has experience conducting research and producing content to inform the public.
Heather MacDonald
Heather MacDonald is a journalist and the Thomas W. Smith Fellow at the Manhattan Institute. In 1992 she attended PERC’s “After Rio” Journalism Conference.
Martin Doyle
Martin Doyle is Professor of River Science and Policy, and the Director of Water Policy at the Nicholas Institute for Environmental Policy Solutions. His work focuses on the science and management of rivers throughout the United States, and he is the author of The Source: How Rivers Made America and America Remade Its Rivers (2018). HeContinue reading “Martin Doyle”
Liz Agraz
Liz Agraz is the Vice President of Marketing at WRA Environmental Consulting.
Rob Schell
Rob Schell is the Wildlife and Fisheries Director at WRA Environmental Consulting. He has over 16 years of experience managing projects throughout California. He is a herpetologist and ecologist by training, and has extensive experience working with environmental DNA (eDNA).
Geoff Smick
Geoff Smick is president of WRA Environmental Consultants. He is a botanist, ecologist, and works closely with clients to solve complex regulatory issues.
Drew Johnson
Drew Johnson is a senior scholar at the Taxpayers Protection Alliance and a columnist at The Washington Times. Drew is also a senior fellow at the National Center for Public Policy Research. His primary areas of policy research include tax and budget issues, technology and telecommunications policy, and the environment.