Amy Satoh
About Amy Satoh
Amy Satoh serves as the Manager of Social Policy Research and Analysis at Feeding America, where she has worked since 2013. She has a background in social work and research, with previous roles at Feeding America and Brookdale, and holds a Master's degree from the University of Chicago.
Current Role at Feeding America
Amy Satoh serves as the Manager of Social Policy Research and Analysis at Feeding America, a position she has held since 2013. In this role, she oversees research initiatives that inform social policy related to food insecurity. Her responsibilities include supervising graduate-level interns and contract staff, ensuring the effective execution of research projects. Satoh collaborates with organizational leaders to implement data-driven strategic plans aimed at enhancing the impact of Feeding America's programs.
Previous Experience at Feeding America
Amy Satoh has a history of working at Feeding America in various capacities. She began as a Research Intern from 2010 to 2011, followed by a role as a Research Coordinator from 2011 to 2013. During her time as a Research Coordinator, she contributed to significant research projects, including advising on sampling methodology and survey design for the Hunger in America study. Additionally, she worked as a Research Temp for two months in 2011.
Education and Advanced Studies
Amy Satoh earned her Bachelor of Science degree from Texas Christian University, where she studied Ballet, Psychology, and Social Work from 2002 to 2006. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Arts degree from the University of Chicago, completing her studies from 2009 to 2011. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her work in social policy and research.
Professional Background in Social Services
Before her tenure at Feeding America, Amy Satoh worked in various roles within social services. She served as the Director of Social Services at Brookdale's Patriot Heights Healthcare Center from 2007 to 2009. Additionally, she was a Case Manager at Communities in Schools of San Antonio from 2006 to 2007. These experiences contributed to her expertise in social policy and community support.
Research Contributions and Collaborations
Amy Satoh has been involved in significant research initiatives, including serving as a co-investigator for the Map the Meal Gap project, which estimates food insecurity across different geographic areas. She has also co-investigated a qualitative study focused on Latino communities and charitable feeding programs. Her work emphasizes collaboration with other organizations to enhance research methodologies and address food insecurity effectively.