Transparent. Defensible. Built for Public Sector Accountability.
At Penn and Associates, we believe economic impact analysis should
be clear, auditable, and tailored to the realities of public sector
decision-making. That’s why we built the Penn CGE Model—a
proprietary computable general equilibrium framework designed to
deliver disciplined, transparent analysis—complete with published
multipliers and ratios that make the methodology clear and defensible.
What Sets Us Apart
- Contextual Customization Our model includes a unique
“C” variable—a dynamic input channel designed to accommodate
diverse data sources beyond standard NAICS-based GSP,
including underrepresented and proprietary inputs. While Gross
State Product serves as a finite, publicly published fiscal
boundary, “C” enables the integration of regional trends and
client-defined priorities—always with transparent documents and
analytical discipline.
- Voice-Informed Context We use survey-based insights
and behavioral data to enrich economic narratives with
perspectives not captured in standard datasets. These voices
enhance reader engagement while preserving transparency and
analytical discipline.
- Methodological Transparency While the full model
remains proprietary, we welcome methodological review and
provide detailed documentation to clients and stakeholders upon
engagement.
- Founder-Led Oversight Penn and Associates is
founder-led, but far from solitary—our work is shaped by
government datasets, survey results, client feedback, and
analytical discipline. This structure ensures direct engagement,
strategic agility, and continuity of expertise across every
engagement.
A Legacy of Integrity in Research
With nearly four decades of experience in marketing research and
public opinion polling, we remain committed to data collection that
supports statistical inference theory. Our work reflects a hard-earned
understanding: truthful insights require methodological integrity.
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