Devon Yee

As a Senior Associate on the Research team, Devon is a key contributor to ICIC’s foundational research on under-resourced communities, including work on the definition of an under-resourced community and on the economic and social conditions of under-resourced communities. They apply expertise in statistics, econometrics, and data visualization to lead and support a diverse portfolio of projects, including an interactive tool visualizing the impacts of structural racism on small businesses and forthcoming work comparing traditional economic development measures to comprehensive measures of social progress. Their research interests include inclusive economic development, the impacts of structural racism on under-resourced economies and communities, and the diverse social and economic experiences of Asian American and Pacific Islander communities.

Prior to joining ICIC, Devon worked for the City of Walla Walla, Washington, contextualizing Census data and compiling a report to further fair housing in Walla Walla. Additionally, they have used their quantitative analysis and creative problem solving skills in physics research and mathematical modeling. They are passionate about the intersections of mathematics, economics, education, housing, and social justice. Devon holds a B.A. in Economics-Mathematics from Whitman College.