About Focalize Solutions

OUR MISSION

To connect economics and behavioral insights with people and purpose, empowering clients with practical, data-driven strategies tailored to their unique goals.

OUR VALUES

Integrity: Upholding the highest ethical standards.
Excellence: Delivering precise, impactful solutions.
Collaboration: Building partnerships based on trust and shared goals.
Innovation: Applying cutting-edge research to foster progress.

OUR STORY

Focalize Solutions was founded to bridge the gap between rigorous research and real-world applications. At its core, the company embodies a commitment to delivering meaningful, data-driven solutions that empower decision-makers to navigate complex challenges with clarity and confidence. Our work is guided by a belief that data should inform progress, not overwhelm it—and that thoughtful analysis can transform even the most complex datasets into actionable insights that create lasting impact.

With roots in Colorado and a reach that extends nationally, Focalize Solutions provides research-driven insights and customized solutions to clients wherever they are. We collaborate virtually and in-person, depending on client preferences and project goals.

Meet Our Founder:
Guanyi Yang, Ph.D.

Dr. Guanyi Yang founded Focalize Solutions to bridge the gap between academic research and real-world decision-making. As the Gerald L. Schlessman Assistant Professor of Economics and Business at Colorado College and a Fellow at the Global Labor Organization (GLO), Dr. Yang brings years of experience working with complex economic models and datasets to address policy-relevant challenges.

With a Ph.D. in Economics from The Ohio State University and a B.A. in Mathematics and Economics (magna cum laude) from Ohio Wesleyan University, Dr. Yang’s academic foundation is reflected in his work, from developing survey instruments to analyzing nationally representative data and international cross-country comparisons. Dr. Yang’s technical expertise spans programming in STATA, MATLAB, and FORTRAN, enabling precise analysis of large-scale datasets and policy simulations.

Dr. Yang’s research has appeared in renowned journals such as the Oxford Bulletin of Economics and Statistics and the European Economic Review. He has presented his findings at international conferences, including events at the University of Colorado Boulder, Georgetown University, the University of Lisbon, the Indian Insitute of Management Bangalore, and the Renmin University of China—illustrating his ability to engage global audiences and collaborate across institutions.

At Focalize Solutions, Dr. Yang draws on this experience to provide clients with tailored solutions, whether conducting complex economic valuations or building models to test policy impacts. Projects often involve designing surveys to address client-specific questions, analyzing trends in labor market dynamics, and translating findings into clear, actionable reports.

In addition to delivering technical results, Dr. Yang has led collaborative initiatives such as Colorado College’s "Dark Sky Lab," which assesses the socioeconomic effects of environmental conditions on local communities. This commitment to thoughtful, data-driven work underscores the core mission of Focalize Solutions: helping clients transform data into insights that guide informed decisions.

Principal Economist and Founder of Focalize Solutions

Our Approach: Tailored Solutions for Every Challenge

At Focalize Solutions, we understand that no two projects are the same. That’s why we take a client-centered approach, offering solutions that are fully customized to meet your organization’s unique needs. Whether you require step-by-step collaboration throughout the analysis process, a polished report delivered to your leadership team, or workshops to train your staff, our services are designed with your goals in mind.

Key aspects of our approach include:

Academic Rigor

We apply proven, research-based methodologies to ensure the accuracy and reliability of our findings.

Clear Communication

We prioritize transparency and clarity, translating complex data into insights that stakeholders at all levels can understand and act upon.

We work closely with you, adjusting our level of involvement based on your team’s needs—whether it’s full support or guidance for an in-house initiative.

Collaboration and Flexibility

Focalize Your Strategy with Tailored, Data-Driven Solutions.