Image Joshua Friedlander Vice President, Research Joshua P. Friedlander is the Vice President of Research at the U.S. Travel. With two decades of experience in research and analysis, his work helps the association, its members and the travel industry understand travel trends, the impact of travel on the economy and the relevance of that data for national and local policy and communications. This work is frequently used as standard measures of the U.S. travel industry, commonly referenced by news media and cited as indicators of the health of the sector. Prior to joining the U.S. Travel Association, Joshua was the head of research for the Recording Industry Association of America and he also has experience in equity research at Prudential Securities. Josh received his MBA from the Johnson School at Cornell University. Book Joshua For Speaking Event Speaking Topics Travel outlook data, forecasting and macro trends. Economic impact analysis and monthly Travel Price Index (TPI). The association’s latest research offerings and findings.