Fred Thompson, Goudy Professor of Public Management and Policy Analysis, Atkinson Graduate School of Management, Willamette University, is recognized for his rigorous management and policy analysis applied to public finance issues. He received a B.A. in economics and history from Pomona College (1964) and a Ph.D. in economics and history from the Claremont Graduate School (1972). He was employed by the University of California Davis (1973-1975) and held faculty rank at the University of British Columbia (1976-1978), Columbia University (1981-1985), and Willamette University (1985-2015 emeritus), as well as visiting positions at UCLA (1979-1981), Aomori Public College, Japan (1996 and 2001), and London School of Economics (2007-2008). Additionally, he held positions with the California Department of Finance (1971-1975), the California Postsecondary Education Commission (1975-1976), and the Economic Council of Canada (1978-1979). A prolific scholar, his books include the Handbook of Public Finance (1998) and Reinventing the Pentagon (1994). Recognitions include the Burkhead Award for best article in Public Budgeting & Finance (2017), elected NAPA fellow (2011), NASPAA/ASPA distinguished research award (2000), ASPA’s Mosher award (1994), and ABFM president (1998-1999). Extensive consulting in several states and multiple countries showcases his international reputation.