Get in the Weeds
Discover Fresno’s economy like never before. Explore complex datasets and apply granular insights to real-world business applications.
Whether you're an industry leader, beginner entrepreneur, or a curious learner, our resources provide the knowledge and expertise needed to navigate today’s economic landscape and thrive in the heart of the Central Valley.
Our Services
Customized Economic Research
Have a question about your industry, occupation, or the broader labor market? Let us take a deep dive into the data to find the answers you need. Whether you're setting a payscale, evaluating your supply chain, or weighing a site selection, we’ll provide the evidence-based insights to guide smart decision-making.
Data Visualization & Storytelling
Transform complex datasets into accessible, interactive dashboards and even branding collateral. From financial statements to community impact reports, we’ll help you tell your story with clarity and precision.
Technical Assistance & Capacity Building
Need assistance building out internal administrative and analytical capabilities? Let us do the heavy lifting. FIER offers IT consulting, and hands-on training and support tailored to your business needs. We have experience building out CRM systems and can help you define and track metrics for measuring both effort and outcomes.
Business & Economic Impact Studies
Demonstrate your value with rigorous impact modeling. We help businesses and nonprofits quantify their contribution to job creation, GDP growth, and economic mobility—ideal for grant reporting, stakeholder engagement, or strategic planning.
Grant Strategy & Narrative Development
Have a project idea but need help translating it into a compelling, fundable proposal? Our team specializes in aligning your vision with state and federal funding priorities. From refining your concept to crafting a winning grant narrative, we’ll help maximize your application’s impact and improve your chances of success.
Project Planning & Procurement Support
Whether you’re starting from scratch or preparing to implement a funded initiative, we offer end-to-end assistance with project scoping, RFP development, and vendor selection. Our team ensures your project is strategically designed, cost-effective, and compliant with procurement and regulatory requirements—so you can focus on execution.
About FIER
Started by a small team of economists with a strong passion for Fresno, FIER aims to bring accessibility to the complex world of data analysis, empowering businesses to make bold, informed decisions.
Here at FIER, we recognize that the traditional “high-level” approach often excludes many stakeholders from the conversation, which is why our team is dedicated to delivering granular “in the weeds” insights and strategies for navigating the uncertainty of today’s economic landscape.
Fresno’s economy is unlike any other. As the fifth-largest city in the world’s fourth largest economy, our region is uniquely positioned for growth, which is why we believe in taking a hyperlocal approach to private consulting.
Our mission is to empower businesses, individuals, and organizations to grow and thrive by producing actionable, high-quality research and data-driven insights tailored to their unique needs. Schedule a free consultation today and leverage our expert guidance.
Contact Us
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