Prior to joining IPA, Kate was a Research Manager at Women’s World Banking, where she conducted qualitative and quantitative research on financial inclusion, with a focus on women’s empowerment and livelihood outcomes. She previously served as the Deputy Director of Field Research, Data & Analytics at the New York City Department of Consumer Affairs’ Office of Financial Empowerment. She holds a Masters in International Affairs from Columbia University’s School of International and Public Affairs, an MBA from Emory University's Goizueta Business School, and a BA in Sociology from Emory University.