Build & Grow Relationships

The best policies are based on data-driven research, using engaged, diverse stakeholders and by fostering thought that motivates people to think regionally. It is a process that CREC has done successfully since 2009, and it has helped expand our client base and grow communities. Clients vary from single municipalities and private-sector firms:

• Cities • Think tanks
• States • National organizations

Client Profile

Solutions for Information Design

Established in 2003, Solutions for Information Design, LLC (SOLID) is a woman-owned small business helping organizations manage one of their most important assets – information. SOLID is founded on the concept that effective collection, analysis, and dissemination of relevant information are key components of organizational success. SOLID provides social science research and analysis to support public policy decision making as well as web design and development support, including content development, web application development and database design and integration.

Project Catalogue

SOLID Project
Start Date: Jun 2019 — End Date: Jun 2019

CREC is providing support for Solutions for Information Design LLC with the development of a report that highlights trends in veterans’ attainment of certifications and licenses and associated earnings, with an emphasis on post 9/11 veterans. Utilizing a new data set derived from the 2016 – 2018 Current Population Survey (CPS), CREC is reviewing the […]

Project Updates

New Report: Certifications and Licenses Attainment and Earnings for the Veteran Workforce
August 27, 2019

This report describes veterans’ attainment of certifications and licenses, with an emphasis on post-9/11 veterans. Utilizing a new data set derived from the 2016-2018 Current Population Survey (CPS), the Center for Regional Economic Competitiveness (CREC) examined veterans’ attainment of certifications and licenses and associated earnings. CREC SOLID Veterans Certifications and License Report 09042019