No firm in America has undertaken more
studies on the economic impact of historic
preservation than PlaceEconomics.
PlaceEconomics is a private sector firm with over thirty years experience in the thorough and robust analysis of the economic impacts of historic preservation. Our mission is to provide the preservation field with data-drive arguments and creative policy solutions to advance the public good of historic preservation. We believe in the To that end, we conduct studies, surveys, and workshops in cities and states across the country that address issues of neighborhood and commercial district revitalization, affordable housing, heritage resilience, and intangible cultural heritage. We specialize in quality, defensible research, and we present findings clearly and effectively in formats that can be understood by any audience – academics, economists, mayors, city council members, property owners, and local stakeholders alike.
Meet the Team
Every member of PlaceEconomics brings deep expertise in commercial and neighborhood revitalization, impact analysis, and policy development to our work. We pride ourselves on a culture of collaboration, creative problem solving, and cutting-edge thinking.
Donovan Rypkema
Principal and Founder
Rodney Swink
SENIOR ASSOCIATE FOR PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT
Katlyn Cotton
Director of Marketing and Design
Alyssa Frystak
Director of Research and Data Analytics
PlaceEconomics Services
Research and Analysis
Robust, defensible analysis of the economic, social, cultural, and environmental impacts of historic preservation.
Policy Development
We identify barrier to preservation, review opportunities, assemble possible tools, and develop recommendations for meaningful solutions.
Technical Assistance
On-the-ground help in addressing a pressing community need.
Talks and Workshops
Targeted research into the most pressing questions in your community.
New! Remote Services
Adapted services to serve the preservation community during the COVID-19 pandemic.