Todd Ely

Todd Ely is an Associate Professor and Director of the Center for Local Government Research and Training at CU Denver's School of Public Affairs. His research examines financing mechanisms for state/local public services, education policy, and nonprofit financial management. He co-authored 'Essentials of Public Service,' a foundational public administration textbook.

Education:

• Ph.D. Public Administration - New York University
• Master of Public Administration - University of Arizona
• B.A. Political Science - Emory University

Research Focus: Dr. Ely's work integrates quantitative analysis with policy evaluation, addressing fiscal challenges in education, municipal finance, and nonprofit sustainability. His 50+ publications demonstrate consistent focus on practical financial solutions for public institutions.

Leadership: As Center Director, he develops training programs for local government officials and coordinates applied research on public finance innovations.