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Get expert economic insights from our chief economist, Mallory Vachon.

About Mallory Vachon

Chief economist for LaborIQ, Mallory leads the research team that produces key insights and forecasts related to the labor market. She delivers presentations on how labor market and economic trends impact hiring and business decisions for executive groups, HR associations, media outlets, and universities across the U.S.

Mallory’s expertise lies in supplying HR and business leaders with actionable insights into business, talent, and compensation strategies. Her work has been featured in Bloomberg, Business Insider, The Dallas Morning News, and SHRM among others.

Mallory received her Ph.D. in Economics from Syracuse University’s Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs.

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15 years of economic and labor market analysis, including the supply and demand of talent by industry, location and job type.

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