John A. Spry

John A. Spry is a Professor of Finance in the Department of Finance at the Opus College of Business, University of St. Thomas, where he has served since 2003, advancing from Assistant to full Professor. His expertise centers on state and local public finance, lottery economics, tax policy effects, and applied econometrics, with significant contributions to understanding gambling industry dynamics and fiscal policy.

Dr. Spry's academic credentials include:

• PhD in Economics from the University of Rochester
• MA in Economics from the University of Rochester
• BS in Economics (Math minor) from The Ohio State University

His research examines how tax structures impact revenue bases, the economic behavior surrounding lotteries and casinos, and methodological applications in nonparametric econometrics. This work directly informs policy discussions on state taxation and gaming regulation, as evidenced by his consultancy for legislative bodies.

Analysis of his publication timeline reveals a consistent focus on public finance mechanisms, with recent work (2019-2020) addressing pandemic policy impacts and lottery dynamics, while earlier research (2003-2016) established foundational insights into tax competition, casino revenue elasticity, and lottery regressivity. His scholarship bridges theoretical econometrics with real-world fiscal challenges, particularly in Midwestern state economies.