Stephan Weiler

Stephan Weiler is a Professor of Economics at Colorado State University (currently on medical leave) and Founding Director of the Regional Economic Development Institute (REDI@CSU). He holds a PhD from UC Berkeley and advanced degrees from Stanford University. His research focuses on regional economic growth, innovation systems, and policy solutions for rural and urban challenges. He has served as Assistant Vice President and Economist at the Federal Reserve’s Center for the Study of Rural America and was a Fulbright Distinguished Research Chair in 2019. His work bridges academia, government, and industry through collaborations like the Colorado Innovation Network and partnerships with the City-REDI in the UK.

• Educations:
• PhD in Economics, UC Berkeley (1994)
• BA (Honors) & MA in Development Economics, Stanford University (1988)

Research interests include labor markets, industrial restructuring, land use policy, and the intersection of gender, environment, and entrepreneurship. He has published over 100 articles, book chapters, and policy papers, frequently engaging with media outlets like the Wall Street Journal and NPR. His leadership roles include serving as Research Associate Dean for the College of Liberal Arts (2006–2016).

His academic contributions emphasize actionable insights for policymakers and stakeholders, combining theoretical frameworks with empirical analysis to address global development challenges. Collaborations with international institutions reflect his commitment to scalable solutions for regional growth.