Benjamin Bahena Research Analyst
chicago
English, Spanish
About Benjamin
Benji has been involved in various projects ranging from US consumer foodservice, to home improvement goods and interstate trade impacts.
Benji conducts research across several industries advising on domestic and international trends. Benji holds a master's degree in Energy and Sustainability from Northwestern University's Trienens Institute for Sustainability and Energy.
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