Shrinidhi Rao is Chief of Staff at the Burning Glass Institute, where he leads initiatives to expand economic mobility and opportunity for all. As Chief of Staff, he managed the Institute's thought leadership and research around a broad portfolio of topics, from skills-based hiring to the impacts of generative artificial intelligence on the workforce. He has also spearheaded flagship initiatives including the American Opportunity Index—a corporate scorecard assessing worker mobility at large U.S. employers—and the Credential Value Index, which brings clarity to an opaque credentials landscape. His work has been featured in major media outlets, informing national discussions on the future of work.Prior to joining the Institute, Shrinidhi spent time at the Boston Consulting Group (BCG). He holds an MBA from the Wharton School and a BA from the University of Texas at Austin.