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CLEVELAND, OH – Dr. Valencia Prentice, a distinguished national of St. Kitts-Nevis and Assistant Professor at Cleveland State University, has been invited to join the affiliate and advisory network of the Upjohn Institute, a leading not-for-profit research institute in the United States. This recognition underscores her groundbreaking contributions to public finance research and policy.

Dr. Prentice’s extensive research agenda explores the intricacies of public decision-making. Her work delves into public budgeting and finance, the economics of nonprofits, local governance, place-based policies, and the impact of socio-economic and fiscal dynamics on public policy outcomes.

Her achievements have earned her accolades from prominent organizations in the United States. In 2022, she was honored as an American Society for Public Administration (ASPA) Founder’s Fellow, celebrating her as a rising leader in public service. A year later, in 2023, she was named a Lincoln Institute Scholar, a distinction reserved for promising early-career scholars in public finance and urban economics.

In October 2024, Dr. Prentice took part in a pivotal convening hosted by the Upjohn Institute and the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago (Detroit branch). This event, focused on strategies for promoting economic mobility, culminated in the release of the 2024 Policies for Place Convening Report. Dr. Prentice has championed the report, describing it as a crucial resource for policymakers, government officials, and community leaders working to foster local development.

“Economic mobility is essential for building equitable and thriving communities,” Dr. Prentice said. “This report provides actionable insights and strategies that can guide impactful policy decisions.”

The 2024 Policies for Place Convening Report is publicly accessible and offers valuable lessons for addressing socio-economic challenges. Interested individuals can review the findings here.

Dr. Prentice’s remarkable accomplishments continue to position her as an influential voice in public finance, reinforcing her commitment to advancing research and solutions that shape better futures for communities worldwide.