Howard LaxHOWARD L. LAX is a research professional with a diversified background in both academic and business settings who is currently senior vice president and chief operating officer of Trans Data Corporation, a market research firm specializing in the finncial services industry. Dr. Lax has done extensive research in the field of political risk and international oil politics, both academically and professionally. He has published numerous articles and books on topics in international politics, political economy, and political risk. He taught political science at the City University of New York and has worked as a consultant in the field of mineral economics. Read More Read Less