Bernadette Wright, PhD (She/Her/Hers)
About Bernadette Wright, PhD (She/Her/Hers)
Bernadette Wright, PhD, serves as the Research and Data Analytics Director at Meals on Wheels America, where she has worked since 2020. With a strong background in public policy and program evaluation, she has held various roles in research and consulting, and has co-authored a book on applied research methods.
Work at Meals on Wheels America
Bernadette Wright serves as the Research and Data Analytics Director at Meals on Wheels America, a position she has held since 2020. In this role, she focuses on utilizing research and data analytics to enhance the organization's mission of supporting seniors and individuals with disabilities. Her work involves analyzing data to inform program development and improve service delivery across the organization.
Education and Expertise
Bernadette Wright holds a PhD in Public Policy with a concentration in Program Evaluation from the University of Maryland Baltimore County, where she studied from 1997 to 2002. She also earned a Master of Public Policy from the same institution, studying from 1992 to 1997. Additionally, she obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology with a focus on Public Policy from the University of Maryland Baltimore County, completing her studies from 1990 to 1992. Her academic background supports her expertise in aging and disability issues, which informs her research and evaluation work.
Background
Before her current position, Bernadette Wright worked as a Policy Research Analyst at the AARP Public Policy Institute from 2000 to 2007. She then served as a Consultant at The Lewin Group from 2007 to 2012. In 2012, she established her own consultancy, Meaningful Evidence, LLC, where she has worked as the Director of Research & Evaluation for over a decade. Her extensive background in policy research and evaluation has shaped her current focus on aging and disability.
Achievements
Bernadette Wright co-authored the book 'Practical Mapping for Applied Research and Program Evaluation' with Steve Wallis, published by SAGE Publishing in 2019. This work reflects her commitment to advancing the field of research and program evaluation. Additionally, she provides technical assistance and training on evaluation, developing educational materials and conducting workshops and webinars to share her knowledge.
Communication Skills
Bernadette Wright has extensive experience in communicating research and evaluation findings. She has written reports, fact sheets, white papers, and journal articles, effectively conveying complex information to diverse audiences. Her skills also extend to presenting at conferences and meetings, where she shares insights and findings from her research and evaluation work.