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Will Ruddick
Founder of Grassroots Economics Foundation
Will Ruddick is a development economist with a passion for currency innovation and alternative economics.
After his graduate studies in high energy physics, Will shifted his focus to development economics, especially in East Africa.
He has managed successful programs in environment, food security, and economic development.
With a dedication to connecting communities to their resources, Will is known for pioneering Community Currency Programs in Kenya.
He is the founder of the award-winning Bangla-Pesa program and consults on Community Currencies globally.
Will Ruddick's expertise includes program development, research, data analysis, agent-based modeling, and monitoring and evaluation.
He has a background in complementary currencies, informal settlements, environmental programs, and cooperatives, and is associated with various academic institutions.