Emma Schrager
About Emma Schrager
Emma Schrager is the Director of Implementation and Program Operations at Catchafire, where she has worked since 2024. She has a background in education program management and has held various roles in social sector organizations, including positions at the NYC Department of Education and Kinvolved.
Current Role at Catchafire
Emma Schrager serves as the Director of Implementation & Program Operations at Catchafire. She has held this position since 2024, contributing to the organization's mission of fostering social impact through effective program management. In her role, she focuses on creating partnerships that enhance collaboration and build capacity within the community.
Previous Experience at Catchafire
Emma Schrager has extensive experience at Catchafire, having worked in various capacities since 2019. She was a Program Coordinator for Foundation Accounts from 2019 to 2021, then advanced to Senior Manager of Implementation and Program Operations from 2022 to 2024. In these roles, she developed skills in program delivery and operational management.
Education and Academic Background
Emma Schrager studied at Brown University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Economics from 2012 to 2016. During her studies, she also participated in the Consortium for Advanced Studies in Barcelona in 2014. Her academic background laid the foundation for her career in program management and social impact.
Experience in Education Program Management
Emma has a background in education program management, having worked as a Program Associate at the NYC Department of Education from 2016 to 2019. Her experience includes managing educational programs and collaborating with various stakeholders to enhance educational outcomes.
Internships and Early Career
Emma Schrager began her career with several internships, including a role as a Business Development Intern at Kinvolved in 2015 and as an Intern for Miami Community Programs at the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation in 2014. These early experiences contributed to her understanding of community engagement and program development.