Food Science & Technology: Personnel
Sharon P. Kane
Public Service Associate/Food Business Development Specialist
B.S. Economics, University of Tennessee at Chattanooga
M.S. Economics, University of Kentucky
Department of Food Science & Technology
University of Georgia
Office #240-B
Athens, GA 30602-7610
Office Phone: (706) 542-9069
Email: spkane@uga.edu
Ms. Kane has performed a variety of economic research in both the private and public sectors, with areas of expertise including research design and project development, economic data analysis, creation and implementation of customized statistical tools, economic impact studies, and business/community research assistance. Prior to joining The University of Georgia, Ms. Kane was an economist for a Fortune 500 corporation, focusing on econometric analysis and economic education. Before relocating to Georgia, she was a Research Assistant for The Center for Business and Economic Research (CBER) at The University of Kentucky. In addition, Ms. Kane has over 10 years of experience in the mortgage banking industry, specializing in federally insured and bond issue loans. She is currently a member of the Georgia Economic Developers Association (GEDA) and the Southern Regional Science Association (SRSA).