As a Research Analyst based in Washington D.C., Aaron works with the Broadband and Digital Equity practice. Before joining HR&A, Aaron worked as a Broadband Program Specialist at the Texas Broadband Development Office. In this role, Aaron provided support in developing the state’s first competitive broadband grant program. He has experience in stakeholder engagement, data analysis, and policy research. Aaron worked with federal, state, and local stakeholders to ensure communities will benefit from the historic investment into bridging the digital divide.

Aaron holds a B.A. in International Relations and Government with a minor in Chinese from the University of Texas at Austin. During his studies, Aaron worked in the Texas House of Representatives as a legislative aide, gaining experience in policy analysis. He also studied Mandarin Chinese at National Taiwan University.