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Benjamin Hoffman
Independent researcher and essayist
Benjamin Hoffman is a Research Analyst who previously worked at GiveWell from October 2014 to December 2015. He is based in Washington, D.C., and has a strong academic background, holding a Master's degree in Mathematics and Statistics from Georgetown University, where he graduated with a GPA of 3.9. He also has a Bachelor's degree in Philosophy, focusing on the History of Mathematics and Science, from St. John's College, also with a GPA of 3.9.1
Prior to his role at GiveWell, Hoffman held various positions at Fannie Mae, including Manager of Collateral Strategy and Credit Portfolio Management, and Credit Risk Analyst. His work involved developing analytics and reporting tools, as well as contributing to the standardization of property appraisal data across the industry.15
In addition to his professional experience, Hoffman is recognized as an independent researcher and essayist, engaging in discussions related to effective altruism and charity evaluation. His critiques and analyses often reflect a deep engagement with the principles of effective altruism, particularly in relation to GiveWell's methodologies and recommendations.234
