Matt Saunders Cfa, Cbe

Matt Saunders, CFA, CBE has extensive work experience in various roles within the economic and market analytics field. Matt is currently working as the Senior Vice President of Building Products Research at John Burns Research and Consulting. Prior to this role, they served as the Vice President of Building Products Research at the same company. In 2020, they worked as the Senior Manager Economic Planning at TTX Company. From 2016 to 2020, they held the position of Senior Manager Economic and Market Analytics at Fortune Brands Home & Security. Before that, they worked as a Corporate Planning Consultant at Todd Energy Canada Limited from 2015 to 2016. From 2008 to 2015, they served as the Team Lead of Economic Analysis at Laricina Energy Ltd. Before that, they worked as an Advanced Financial Analyst at Marathon Oil Corporation from 2007 to 2008 and as a Financial Analyst at Western Oil Sands Inc. from 2006 to 2007. Matt began their career as an Economist at the Bank of Canada from 2004 to 2006.

Matt Saunders, CFA, CBE, has an extensive education history. Matt began their academic journey at the University of Alberta, where they earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics (Honors) from 1997 to 2001. Continuing their studies at the same institution, they pursued a Master of Arts degree in Combined Degrees in Economics and Finance, which they completed from 2001 to 2004.

In 2019, Matt enrolled in the Harvard Business Analytics Program, where they earned a Graduate Certificate (with Distinction) in the following year. This program focused on enhancing their analytics skills and knowledge in the business field.

In addition to their formal education, Matt Saunders has obtained various certifications to further enhance their expertise. In 2011, they earned the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation from the CFA Institute, showcasing their competence in investment analysis and portfolio management. Later, in 2018, they obtained the Certified Business Economist (CBE) qualification from the National Association for Business Economics (NABE), highlighting their expertise in economic analysis and forecasting.

Matt also holds several certificates from the NABE. In 2018, they obtained a Certificate in Applied Econometrics, demonstrating their proficiency in utilizing econometric methods to analyze economic data. In 2021, they received a Certificate in Machine Learning and Data Science for Economists, indicating their specialized knowledge in utilizing machine learning techniques in economic research. Lastly, in 2022, they earned a Certificate in Time-Series Analysis and Forecasting, showcasing their skills in analyzing and forecasting time-series data.

Through their extensive education and certifications, Matt Saunders, CFA, CBE, has developed a strong foundation in economic analysis, finance, analytics, and forecasting.