Anthony Clough

Experience

1. Research Associate

   Worcester Regional Research Bureau, Inc

   Nov 2023 — Present · Worcester, MA, US

   Conduct public policy research on issues affecting the City of Worcester, Worcester County, and Massachusetts, leveraging data from sources such as the U.S. Census Bureau, state agencies, and local datasets to provide evidence-based insights and actionable policy recommendations.Design research projects by monitoring academic and peer public policy research organizations to identify relevant datasets, visualizations, methodologies, and best practices. Stay informed on local and state news, city council agendas, and collaborate with community organizations to identify key public issues. Define research objectives, develop plans, and select methodologies to ensure impactful and feasible research outcomes.Execute research projects by developing and managing timelines for both long-term and short-term initiatives, ensuring smooth execution at all stages. This includes drafting Memoranda of Understanding and other research agreements with collaborating organizations, overseeing grant-funded projects, and maintaining regular communication with stakeholders and collaborators to provide progress updates.Produce research deliverables, including written reports, policy briefs, interactive Tableau dashboards, and ArcGIS Story Maps, to translate complex data into clear, accessible, and engaging formats for a variety of audiences.Present findings to stakeholders such as community organizations, government agencies, policymakers, and the public, effectively communicating insights that inform decision-making and drive positive change.Engage with the public by taking calls and responding to inquiries from the public, providing insights into ongoing research on city policy issues, and offering answers to questions related to current projects and public concerns for new research topics.File public records requests to obtain publicly available data from relevant entities for original analysis and the creation of new databases.

Education

• University of Massachusetts Amherst

  Bachelor of Arts - BA, Major: Political Science, Minor: African American Studies

  2018 — 2022

• University of Massachusetts Amherst

  Master of Public Policy

  2021 — 2023