Martina Arel

Martina Arel, Director of Economic Development & Energy Research at Mangum Economics, based in Richmond. She is an experienced economic development professional with a strong background in data analysis, evaluating community assets, incentive programs, and return-on-investment. She has worked in regional and state economic development organizations and private sector companies. For Mangum Economics, she leads analysts working on projects in the economic development and energy sectors. Martina specializes in the analysis of the economic and fiscal benefits of energy projects on states and local communities. Her team has worked on over 50 GW of energy projects in over 30 states. She represents clients at community meetings and serves as an expert witness at local and state siting board hearings.