Rob Pitingolo
About Rob Pitingolo
Rob Pitingolo is a Research Analyst at The Urban Institute, where he has worked since 2011, and is also the Founder and Chief Tour Guide at Trip Hacks DC since 2017. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Economics from John Carroll University and has over five years of experience in policy research.
Work at Urban Institute
Rob Pitingolo has been employed at The Urban Institute as a Research Analyst since 2011. Over his 13 years in this role, he has contributed to various quantitative research projects, leveraging his strong programming skills in SAS and Stata. His responsibilities include taking on analytic tasks and collaborating with both senior and junior researchers to complete projects and research reports. The Urban Institute, located in the Washington D.C. Metro Area, focuses on social and economic policy research.
Role at Trip Hacks DC
In addition to his role at The Urban Institute, Rob Pitingolo is the Founder and Chief Tour Guide at Trip Hacks DC, a position he has held since 2017. This venture is also based in the Washington D.C. Metro Area. As Chief Tour Guide, he leads tours and provides insights about the city, enhancing visitors' experiences through his knowledge of local history and attractions.
Previous Experience
Rob Pitingolo has a diverse background in research and analysis. He served as a Research Intern at the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland from 2008 to 2010, gaining valuable experience over two years. Additionally, he worked as a Research Intern at Anderson | Biro, LLC for three months in 2008 and completed a four-month internship in Marketing & Corporate Sales at Southwest Airlines in the same year. These roles contributed to his foundational skills in policy research.
Education and Expertise
Rob Pitingolo earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics from John Carroll University. His educational background has equipped him with a solid understanding of economic principles, which he applies in his professional work. With over five years of experience specifically in policy research, he has developed expertise in quantitative analysis and research methodologies.