Chris Ely

Chris Ely has a diverse range of work experience in the research and analysis field. From 2007 to 2016, Chris worked at the Consumer Technology Association as a Senior Manager, focusing on industry analysis and consumer research. In this role, Chris developed research studies, forecasts, and analyses to track trends in the consumer technology industry. Chris also presented their findings at various industry events and wrote articles for publication.

From 2016 to 2018, Chris served as the Director of Research Services and Business Intelligence at BDS Marketing, LLC. Here, Chris designed custom research studies for a marketing agency specializing in the retail channel. They managed primary research services, presented findings to clients, and developed strategies for future engagements.

In 2018, Chris transitioned to a role at Ardent Eagle Solutions as an Analyst/Evaluator. Their responsibilities included providing international trade analysis on a high-profile policy project at the U.S. Department of Commerce.

Currently, since 2019, Chris works as a Research Director at GBTA | Global Business Travel Association. Further details about this role are not provided in the given data.

Chris Ely holds a Master of Arts degree in International Studies with an emphasis on economic development from the University of Denver. Prior to that, they obtained a Bachelor's degree in German and Political Science, double majoring, from Earlham College.