Kathryn (Katie) Porter, Mph
About Kathryn (Katie) Porter, Mph
Kathryn (Katie) Porter, MPH, is a Policy Program Manager at Mathematica, where she has worked since 2021. She has a background in psychology and public health, with previous roles at the University of Michigan Health System and Healthy Minds Network.
Current Role at Mathematica
Kathryn Porter serves as a Policy Program Manager at Mathematica, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for managing policy programs and contributing to research initiatives that inform public policy. Her experience in program management and policy analysis supports Mathematica's mission to improve public well-being through data-driven insights.
Previous Experience at Mathematica
Prior to her current role, Kathryn Porter worked at Mathematica as a Program Analyst from 2017 to 2021. During her four years in this position, she engaged in various projects that involved analyzing data and developing policy recommendations. Her work contributed to Mathematica's efforts in addressing complex social issues through evidence-based research.
Professional Background in Health Systems
Kathryn Porter has a diverse background in health systems, having worked at the University of Michigan Health System in multiple capacities. She served as a Program Coordinator for the Michigan Mental Health Integration Partnership from 2016 to 2017 and as a Clinical Research Coordinator from 2015 to 2016. These roles involved coordinating mental health initiatives and conducting clinical research, respectively.
Educational Qualifications
Kathryn Porter earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Psychology from the University of Michigan, completing her degree from 2009 to 2013. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Public Health (M.P.H.) in Health Behavior and Health Education from the University of Michigan School of Public Health, studying from 2013 to 2015. Her educational background supports her expertise in public health and policy.
Research and Early Career Experience
In her early career, Kathryn Porter gained valuable research experience at the Michigan Psychoneuroendocrinology Affective Laboratory, where she worked as a Research Assistant from 2011 to 2013. Additionally, she held roles as a Research Study Coordinator at Healthy Minds Network and as a Program Assistant/Graduate Student Intern at Wolverine Wellness. These positions provided her with foundational skills in research coordination and program support.