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Lori Meyer, M.P.S.
Senior Director

Lori Meyer has 25 years of progressive experience working at the nexus of research, policy, and practice to identify solutions for improving educational outcomes and bolstering career readiness for children, youth, and adults. She specializes in designing and delivering technical assistance, leading and managing cross-cutting projects and teams, and conducting research to identify best practices. Throughout her career, she has served as a trusted advisor to federal, state, and local government agency staff, nonprofit executives, policymakers, business and industry leaders, and heads of philanthropy, helping expand their knowledge and understanding of the education landscape, identify partnerships, and build coalitions. Ms. Meyer has also written and presented extensively on a range of topics spanning from cradle to career, including award-winning reports.

In her current role, Ms. Meyer oversees a portfolio that includes K-12, postsecondary, and adult education projects for the U.S. Department of Education. Prior to joining MSG, Ms. Meyer was a consultant, launching strategic initiatives, bolstering issue-oriented portfolios in education and workforce development, and facilitating learning networks. In addition to her consulting experience, Ms. Meyer has held senior positions with education-focused policy, research, and communications organizations.
 

Education

The University of Maryland Baltimore County
M.P.S., Education Policy
The University of Akron
B.S., Political Science/Public Policy Management