Christopher Chidzik is Principal Economist of AMT – The Association for Manufacturing Technology, where he examines trends in the overall economy that affect capital investment in the industrial sector. Since 2018, Chris has managed three statistical programs that compile the data necessary to get clearer understanding of the trajectory of U.S. manufacturing. From this proprietary data and an extensive professional network, Chirs maintains a timely awareness of the challenges and opportunities facing U.S. manufacturers. This analysis of the industrial economy is regularly shared via AMTOnline articles and industry publications, as well as presentations to a broad range of audiences. Prior to joining AMT, Chris held varied roles in data analytics, research, sales, and marketing, which contributed to his unique perspective on the industrial economy. These roles varied across industries including foreign exchange and international payments, federal policy research, and work for the first prediction market widely available in the U.S. where he analyzed transaction-level data to extract insights into the U.S. political landscape. Chris holds a master’s degree in economics from The American University.