As an experienced researcher, I enjoy connecting people in the public, private, and nonprofit sectors with the data that they need to make decisions. I love working with any kind of data, whether it’s analyzing gigantic international trade data with RStudio; leading focus groups; or tracking down and reading through archival documents. Throughout my career, I have held two main goals for all of my jobs: continuous learning and making a positive impact in the world. My thematic areas of expertise are democracy, human rights, and governance; international trade; and the Middle East, especially the Levant.