Meghan Cook
About Meghan Cook
Meghan Cook is a Project Manager with extensive experience in program management and development, currently working at Operation HOPE since 2022. She has held various roles in organizations focused on youth empowerment, economic development, and conservation, and holds degrees in Health & Human Services Administration and International Development.
Current Role at Operation HOPE
Meghan Cook has been serving as a Project Manager at Operation HOPE since 2022. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing various projects aimed at economic empowerment and community development. Her experience in program management and her focus on youth empowerment contribute to the organization's mission of providing financial literacy and economic opportunity to underserved communities.
Previous Experience at Operation HOPE
Before her current position, Meghan Cook held multiple roles at Operation HOPE. She served as the Senior Program Manager for Youth Empowerment from 2019 to 2022 and as the Program Manager for Youth Empowerment from 2016 to 2019. In these positions, she managed programs designed to uplift youth through education and empowerment initiatives, demonstrating her commitment to community service.
Education and Academic Background
Meghan Cook studied at the University of Arizona, where she earned a B.A. in Health & Human Services Administration and Political Science from 2007 to 2010. She furthered her education at the University of Kent, obtaining an M.A. in International Development in 2011. This academic background provides her with a solid foundation in social services and international development.
Professional Experience in Nonprofits
Meghan Cook has a diverse background in nonprofit organizations. She worked at Trees Atlanta as the Business Development & Technology Coordinator from 2014 to 2016. Additionally, she was involved with the International Rescue Committee from 2011 to 2013 and completed an internship at The Jane Goodall Institute in 2011. These roles have equipped her with skills in program evaluation and development.
Skills and Interests
Meghan Cook possesses expertise in managing programs focused on economic development, women's empowerment, and sustainable practices. She enjoys volunteering and views it as an essential aspect of her life. Outside of her professional interests, she has a passion for crafting, creating wall art, and engaging in home improvement projects. Her adventurous spirit is reflected in her love for exploring new languages and cultures.