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Who We Are

The principals at By The Numbers are Dr. Cathy Kassab and Dr. David Abler. Together, they have over 40 years of combined experience in surveys, needs assessments, focus groups, program evaluation, and statistics. They formed By The Numbers in 1997.

By The Numbers is certified as a woman-owned business by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the State of Delaware. By The Numbers is a member of the Chamber of Business and Industry of Centre County, Pennsylvania.

Cathy Kassab, Ph.D.

Cathy Kassab
The Facts:

Dr. Kassab has a doctorate in rural sociology from Penn State University. She also holds advanced degrees in statistics, community development, and organizational theory. Dr. Kassab has worked as a program evaluation specialist in the U.S. General Accounting Office, in the social service field as a drug and alcohol counselor, and as a VISTA volunteer on the Winnebago Indian Reservation.

The Person:

Infused with an incredible amount of personal energy and enthusiasm, Cathy's attitude is positively infectious. Her expertise is always reassuring. Cathy recently won the 2006 outstanding citizen of the year award from the State College, Pennsylvania Jaycees.


David Abler, Ph.D.

David Abler, Ph.D.
The Facts:

Dr. Abler earned his doctorate in economics from the University of Chicago. He has extensive international experience in program evaluation and needs assessments, including work in Canada, China, Costa Rica, France, India, Mexico, Nepal, Nicaragua, Peru, and the United Kingdom. He also has extensive statistical, econometric, and focus group experience.

The Person:

Warm and quietly confident, Dave's spirit shines forth through his ability to explain complex issues in everyday terms that enhance the concepts.


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