Chief Economist, LAEDC
Robert A. Kleinhenz, Ph.D. is the Chief Economist at the Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation (LAEDC). Dr. Kleinhenz directs the Kyser Center for Economic Research, which conducts research on the regional, state, and national economies.
Dr. Kleinhenz has a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Michigan, a Master’s degree and a Doctorate from the University of Southern California, all in Economics. Prior to joining the LAEDC, he served as Deputy Chief Economist at the California Association of REALTORS® and taught economics for over 15 years, most recently at California State University, Fullerton.
Dr. Kleinhenz has spoken to local, state, and national audiences and is a frequent contributor to media coverage on the economy, including coverage in news outlets throughout California along with the Wall Street Journal, CNBC, Bloomberg News, and NPR.