Our Research
Since 2000, TCCG has conducted research for a variety of major public and private sector clients. This page spotlights some of our most impactful research and analysis.
For the Draper Hero Institute
Founded by Silicon Valley venture capitalist Tim Draper, the Draper Hero Institute seeks to support tomorrow’s entrepreneurs. As DHI Chief Economic Advisor, TCCG Managing Partner Dr. Wallace Walrod has played a pivotal role in one of Draper’s newest projects, the Draper Innovation Index (DII), which aggregates a variety of data points to assess a particular area’s business climate and capacity to support innovation and entrepreneurship. There are two versions of the DII:
the DII Global, ranking every nation on earth,
and the DII U.S., ranking all fifty U.S. states.
In addition to helping develop both versions of the DII, Dr. Walrod and TCCG continue to contribute to monthly and quarterly updates.
For Esri
Dr. Walrod currently serves as an Executive Consultant for Esri, a leading provider of geographic information system (GIS) software and data mapping; Esri uses this geographic approach to provide new insights about many of today’s most pressing issues. Together with Esri, he played a key role in the development of the Southern California Association of Government’s (SCAG’s) Regional Data Platform (RDP), a modern system for holistic planning across the region aimed at fostering a more sustainable and equitable future for Southern California.
For the Orange County Business Council (OCBC)
TCCG has had a long and fruitful relationship with OCBC, with TCCG Managing Partner Dr. Wallace Walrod also serving as OCBC’s Chief Economic Advisor. TCCG’s research for OCBC includes:
Community Indicators: This annual report, first published in 2010, provides a multifaceted look at Orange County’s economy, public health, housing landscape, education and infrastructure.
2021-2022 OC Community Indicators
2020-2021 OC Community Indicators
Workforce Indicators: Like the Community Indicators, the annual Workforce Indicators report aggregates a variety of data points, in this case those related to salaries, employment and skills demand in specific Orange County industries.
2021 Orange County Workforce Indicators Briefing
Workforce Housing Scorecard: Published in four editions since 2008, the Workforce Housing Scorecard grades each Orange County city based on its provision of affordable housing.
2019-20 Orange County Workforce Housing Scorecard
2015 Orange County Workforce Housing Scorecard
Other OCBC reports authored by TCCG:
2022 Healthcare IT and Cybersecurity Report
The Dimensions of Defensibility: Human-Centered Design in an Automated Workplace
Closing Orange County’s Skills Gap: Preparing to Meet Employer Demand for Middle-Skill Occupations
For the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG)
TCCG Managing Partner Dr. Wallace Walrod has served as SCAG’s Chief Economic Advisor since 2010. He had a lead role in developing SCAG’s Inclusive Economic Recovery Strategy (IERS). Unanimously approved in July 2021, this strategy provides recommendations in four focus areas – housing, transportation, growth sectors and human capital – and identifies opportunities to promote equity-oriented industry growth, job creation, entrepreneurship, and small business success.
TCCG’s research for SCAG includes:
An Inclusive Economic Recovery Strategy for the SCAG Region: Final Report & Recommendations
