Brian Strawberry
About Brian Strawberry
Brian Strawberry is the Chief Economist at FMI, specializing in market sizing, forecasting, and construction material pricing, with a strong background in finance and business administration.
Brian Strawberry Chief Economist
Brian Strawberry serves as the Chief Economist at FMI and is a key player in the organization’s strategic decision-making processes. He leads FMI’s efforts in areas such as market sizing, forecasting, building products, construction material pricing, and consumption trends. His role involves direct interfacing with primary research methods like surveys and interviews to gather and analyze relevant data. His expertise supports FMI in navigating the complex economic landscape of the construction industry.
Brian Strawberry Education and Expertise
Brian Strawberry earned a Master of Business Administration from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. Additionally, he holds a Bachelor of Science in Business with a concentration in Finance from Elon University. Strawberry’s educational background provides a solid foundation for his expertise in economic forecasting and market analysis, which are critical to his role as a Chief Economist. His deep understanding of finance and business principles underpins his approach to researching and analyzing economic trends.
Brian Strawberry Professional Background
In 2010, Brian Strawberry led a start-up branch of FMI, Construction Insurance Benchmarking. He was instrumental in developing standardized products for the business, which has since become an integral part of FMI's offerings. Beyond his contributions to this initiative, Strawberry regularly writes articles for both internal and external construction publications, sharing his insights and expanding industry knowledge. His comprehensive analytical skills and research-driven approach make him a valuable asset to FMI and the broader construction industry.
Brian Strawberry Industry Contributions
Brian Strawberry focuses on primary research methods, implementing and analyzing surveys and interviews, which are crucial for accurate market forecasting and trend analysis. His regular contributions to construction publications demonstrate his commitment to advancing industry knowledge. By leading initiatives like the Construction Insurance Benchmarking start-up branch, Strawberry has directly contributed to developing standardized product offerings, showcasing his capability to drive innovation within FMI and the construction sector.