Daniel Ofori-Addo

About Daniel Ofori-Addo

I am a results-oriented leader with over 20 years of experience in applied economics. As a firm believer in the idea that economics is a tool to be used in the service of humanity, my experience includes driving effectiveness, efficiency, and continuous quality improvement through collaborative approaches. I am adept at strategic planning, organizing, implementing, and evaluating high-visibility inter-departmental initiatives. My leadership style is collaborative and I aim to engage stakeholders in mutually beneficial strategies. My goal is to hone in on mutually beneficial solutions to complex issues, build consensus, execute adaptive approaches, and practice continuous improvement in each iteration of collaboration. I value best practices and collective impact.Core Specialties: Performance Measurement Tool Development Results Oriented Management and Accountability Results Oriented Program Implementation and Training Program Planning Performance Management Program Evaluation Grant Management Inter-Departmental Coordination Human Development Research Policy Research and Analysis Information Technology for Operational Impact in Non-Profits

Experience

1. Executive Vice President & CIO

   United Planning Organization

   Dec 2021 — Present · Washington, DC, US

Education

• George Mason University

  Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Public Policy

• The Johns Hopkins University

  Master of Arts - MA, Applied Economics

  2005 — 2007

• The George Washington University

  Master of Science - MS, Informations Systems Technology

  2007 — 2008

• Grinnell College

  Bachelor of Arts - BA, Economics & Computer Science

  2000 — 2004

• The George Washington University School of Business

  CIO Certification, Chief Information Officer Certification

  2007 — 2009

• Achimota Senior Secondary School

  West African Senior Secondary School Certification, Economics, Geography & Advanced Mathematics

  1996 — 1998

Skills

• Public Speaking
• Program Management
• Policy Analysis
• Economic Research
• Valuation
• Management
• Analysis
• Statistical Modeling
• Qualitative Research
• Eviews
• Analytical Skills
• Public Policy
• Statistics
• Survey Design
• Microeconomics
• Data Analysis
• Spanish
• Data Modeling
• Leadership
• Econometrics
• Economics
• Sas
• International Development
• Macroeconomics
• Econometric Modeling
• Program Evaluation
• Research