Elise Nelson
Senior Manager, Economic Research
About
Elise Nelson is a Senior Manager on the Economic Research team at Signal49 Research, specializing in quantitative and qualitative research, labour market analysis, and project leadership. She has led a diverse portfolio of economic research projects, including analyses of sector competitiveness for the City of Toronto, the economic impact of pensions in Ontario, labour market challenges in agriculture, workforce dynamics in the critical minerals supply chain, and the social and economic benefits of closing infrastructure gaps in First Nations communities in Canada.
Elise brings extensive experience in quantitative and qualitative analysis including forecasting, survey design, interviews, focus groups, and literature reviews. She has deep expertise in employment trends, vacancy rates, and wage growth across multiple Canadian industries. Known for her strong project management skills, Elise serves as the primary point of contact on projects, helping clients articulate research needs and translating complex economic concepts into clear and actionable insights. She prioritizes mentoring junior economists, coordinating project activities, and ensuring quality research outputs. She is an expert presenter with the ability to connect effectively with both technical and non‑technical audiences.
Employment History
- Senior Manager, Economic Research, The Conference Board of Canada
- Lead Economist, Economic Research, The Conference Board of Canada
- Senior Economist, Economic Research, The Conference Board of Canada
- Economist, Economic Research, The Conference Board of Canada
- Research Assistant, Canadian Economic Analysis, Bank of Canada
Academic Qualifications
- M.A., Economics, Queens University
- B.A. (Hons), Applied Economics and Mathematics, Queen’s University
- Certificate of Business, Smith School of Business at Queen’s University