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At TPMA, we believe that great decisions start with great research. Our comprehensive research services equip communities, organizations, and leaders with the insights they need to create impactful strategies and drive meaningful change.
Why We’re Your Ideal Partner
With decades of experience and a commitment to rigorous analysis, TPMA is your trusted partner for actionable research. Our team includes skilled analysts, economists, and policy experts who work collaboratively to deliver insights that matter. We don’t just provide data; we deliver clarity. Every project includes actionable recommendations designed to empower you to make informed, strategic decisions.
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Listening to Build Better Solutions
We start by listening to your needs, challenges, and objectives. From there we craft a customized research plan tailored to your unique context.
Harnessing Innovative Tools for Insights
Our team leverages proven methodologies and cutting-edge tools to gather and interpret data that helps you drive decision making.
Providing Clear and Actionable Recommendations
We provide clear, concise findings with recommendations that guide your next steps.
The Difference We Make
The Exit Ramp Matters: Veteran Transition as a Community Imperative
Over 200,000 service members take off their uniforms every year and step into civilian life. That moment—what many call “the exit ramp”—is filled with promise and uncertainty. While the Department of Defense might initiate the transition, our communities, employers, and policy leaders shape what happens next. In the first session…
Why Our First Veterans Transition Webinar Matters — And Why Veteran Readiness Is the Next Step
Over 200,000 service members transition from the military to civilian life each year. For many, this is not a reset—it’s a continuation of a career built on leadership, discipline, and real-world problem-solving. However, despite substantial experience, veterans often face unclear pathways into civilian education and employment. That’s why we launched…
Vermilion Advantage Partners with TPMA to Lead Comprehensive Feasibility Study on Regional Growth Initiatives
Vermilion, IL – May 22, 2025 – Vermilion Advantage is partnering with TPMA to conduct a Feasibility Study for Economic Development which will review industrial redevelopment and community revitalization along the East Voorhees Street corridor in Danville, Illinois. The primary goal of this project is to develop a plan for…
TPMA National Advisor Chris Masingill Named President and CEO of Louisiana Central
Louisiana Central announced this week that Chris Masingill, a nationally respected leader in economic and community development and current National Advisor with TPMA (Thomas P. Miller & Associates), has been named the organization’s new President and Chief Executive Officer by a unanimous board vote. Masingill brings with him more than…
YIGBY: A Creative Solution to the Housing Crisis
Heads up Economic Development experts! We have yet another acronym to add to the vegetable soup. YIGBY – Yes, in God’s Backyard - is popping up in conversations across the country as communities look to the original carpenter himself to help boost housing availability. As part of TPMA’s weekly internal…
5 Immediate Steps for Companies to Kickstart Work-Based Learning
Technology moves fast. Markets shift overnight. Talent expectations are evolving. Companies that invest in workforce development today are the ones setting the pace tomorrow. With talent shortages hitting industries across the board, employers are feeling the pressure to build a steady pipeline of skilled workers who can keep up with…
TPMA Selected to Lead Economic Development Strategy for the Town of Essex
TPMA has been selected by the Town of Essex to lead a comprehensive economic development strategy—a critical initiative designed to drive long-term economic growth, business vitality, and community prosperity. As a national leader in economic strategic planning, TPMA will guide the town through a multi-phased process that leverages data analysis,…
TPMA Selected to Guide Volusia County ECHO Program Toward 2040 Vision
Volusia County has selected TPMA to spearhead the strategic planning process for its Environmental, Cultural, Historical, and Outdoor Recreational (ECHO) program. The initiative is essential for preserving the county's natural and cultural resources while fostering exceptional recreational opportunities. The strategic plan will serve as a blueprint for the program's growth…
Progress in Addressing Affordable Housing Challenges in Frederick County Maryland
Frederick County is taking bold steps to address the housing affordability crisis by engaging TPMA to lead a comprehensive 10-Year Housing Study and Strategic Plan. On Wednesday, TPMA consultants Aaron Finley and Ben Helkowski officially launched the study with a public presentation at the Urbana Regional Library. Addressing a room…
From Pajamas to Paychecks: A (Mostly) Lighthearted Look at Economic Trends in 2025
Well, folks, 2024 was quite the rollercoaster, wasn’t it? It was a year of wild swings, unexpected turns, and a whole lot of divided opinions. It seems like we humans just can’t agree on anything these days, from politics to pop culture. To confirm this, Merriam-Webster crowned “polarization” as the…
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