William Powers

William Powers has extensive work experience in economics and trade policy. William started their career as an International Economist at the U.S. International Trade Commission in 2005 and held that position until 2014. During this time, they conducted research on various trade policy topics and supervised a team of research economists and RAs as Chief of the Research Division from 2014 to 2015. In September 2015, they were promoted to the role of Chief Economist and Director of the Office of Economics at the U.S. International Trade Commission. In 2008, they also worked as a Senior Economist at the Council of Economic Advisers for a year.

William Powers has a PhD in Economics from the University of Michigan. William also holds a B.S. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Virginia.