Interview with Jake Smith

In this episode, Prof. Simanti Banerjee (UNL, Agricultural Economics) chats with Dr. Jake Smith about industrial organization, his work on innovation and the beef industry, and the skills and lessons he's learned along the way. From navigating professional challenges to sharing practical advice for early-career scholars, Jake opens up about his journey—and offers insights you won’t want to miss. Whether you're an economist, researcher, or just curious about what industrial organization research is, this is a conversation worth watching! Website: https://sites.google.com/view/tjakesmith LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/t-jake-smith/ Email: tsmith125@unl.edu