PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

L. E. Peabody & Associates, Inc. (Since 2007) – With a graduate degree and Bachelor of Arts in Economics, Ms. Sheppard has performed statistical analysis and conducted research to gather and evaluate data as well as identify, interpret and explain short- and long-term economic trends. Ms Sheppard has provided analytical support for both market place and litigation projects for L. E. Peabody & Associates, Inc.

Previous Related Experience – Graduate Research Assistant where Ms. Sheppard provided research support to Dr. Gabriel Picone of the university’s Economics Department within the scope of a study on alcohol sales and distribution over 1985-2005. Study includes assessments of the supply and location of alcohol sellers in given markets and addresses how market size and regulation affect the competitiveness and number of merchants providing on-site and off-site alcohol sales, as well as the spatial distribution of sellers in respective markets.

EDUCATION:

Ms. Sheppard received a M.A. and B.A in Business Economics from the University of South Florida in 2006.