About Us

Westwood Economics and Planning Associates provides services to a diverse array of clients in the public, private and non-profit sectors. Westwood’s mission is simple: to use the latest research methods and data analysis techniques to produce reliable and credible economic, policy and planning analysis for its clients. Westwood’s analysis precedes conclusions, meaning that politics and ideology do not shape the company’s products. 

The firm brings extensive client-facing experience to its practice, including successful engagements with local, tribal, and state governments, non-profit organizations, chambers of commerce, and labor unions, as well as a variety of corporations, including Silicon Valley platforms and SMEs. Westwood works collaboratively with all clients to ensure its products make a meaningful difference to communities and stakeholders.

The company’s team comprises economists, urban planners, as well as policy and data analysts, many of whom were originally drawn from academia. Members of Westwood’s team hold PhDs from some of the most prestigious universities in the country and some are still affiliated with economics and urban planning departments across different universities. 

The team’s work has a uniformly high impact. Its research has been published extensively, has been cited and presented across the globe, has shaped local and regional policy and draws significant media interest. Team members have authored books, and are routinely quoted in leading newspapers.