Charles River Associates (CRA) Enhances its Antitrust & Competition Economics Practice

BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Charles River Associates (NASDAQ: CRAI), a worldwide leader in providing economic, financial, and management consulting services, today announced Justin Lenzo has joined as a Vice President in its Antitrust & Competition Economics Practice and is based in CRA’s Chicago office.

Dr. Lenzo is an economist and specializes in econometric and statistical analysis, industrial organization, antitrust economics, game theory, and business strategy. He has provided expert testimony, reports, analysis, and advice for clients across a wide variety of industries. In a recent high-profile case, he testified at trial in federal court on statistical analyses he conducted regarding the detention of immigrant teenagers by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement. He has also assisted clients with analysis of market definition and anticompetitive practices, class certification issues, and the analysis and calculation of damages.

CRA’s Antitrust & Competition Economics Practice Leader Margaret Sanderson said, “Justin has built a reputation as a rising economic expert, who has addressed many different competitive and strategy issues across a wide range of industries. He enhances our strong bench of antitrust experts by adding further expertise in the areas of statistical analysis and damage quantification.”

“We’re pleased to welcome Justin,” said CRA’s President and Chief Executive Officer Paul Maleh. “His impressive background will complement our team of Competition experts and increase our presence in Chicago.”

Dr. Lenzo is also an adjunct professor at Northwestern University Pritzker School of Law, where he teaches business strategy. He holds a PhD in Economics from Boston University and a bachelor’s degree from Georgetown University.

About CRA’s Antitrust & Competition Economics Practice

CRA’s competition economists provide economic analysis and testimony in competition matters around the world. Many have served in government antitrust agencies and are members of premier academic, economic, and law faculties. Their experience extends to many industries, including health care, energy, computer hardware/software, retailing, telecommunications, aerospace and defense, entertainment, transportation, natural resources, sports, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, financial services, and consumer products.

About Charles River Associates (CRA)

Charles River Associates® is a leading global consulting firm specializing in economic, financial, and management consulting services. CRA advises clients on economic and financial matters pertaining to litigation and regulatory proceedings, and guides corporations through critical business strategy and performance-related issues. Since 1965, clients have engaged CRA for its unique combination of functional expertise and industry knowledge, and for its objective solutions to complex problems. Headquartered in Boston, CRA has offices throughout the world. Detailed information about Charles River Associates, a registered trade name of CRA International, Inc., is available at www.crai.com. Follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook.

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