Jesse Lecy

Jesse Lecy is an Associate Professor in the School of Community Resources and Development at Arizona State University (ASU). He currently serves as the academic director of the M.S. in Policy Analytics and Program Evaluation within the College of Public Service and Community Solutions at ASU. His research focuses on the economics of the nonprofit sector, including the life-cycles of charitable organizations, nonprofit entrepreneurship, urban policies for community development, and data-driven management practices in public and nonprofit organizations. He is a strong advocate for open science practices and co-founded the Nonprofit Open Data Collective, a collaborative initiative advancing data transparency in the sector.

Dr. Lecy integrates data science methodologies into public affairs, emphasizing evidence-based decision-making. His work bridges academic research with practical applications, aiming to enhance the effectiveness of social programs and organizational performance. He has contributed to shaping curricula and initiatives that promote analytical rigor in policy evaluation and community resource management.

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Labs & Teams: Co-founder and active member of the Nonprofit Open Data Collective, a network of experts advancing data infrastructure for the nonprofit sector.