Mackenzie Knowling
About Mackenzie Knowling
Mackenzie Knowling serves as the Associate Director of Global Pro Bono at PYXERA Global, where she focuses on enhancing social impact strategies through multi-stakeholder partnerships. With a background in public policy and international development, she has held various roles in organizations such as the Peace Corps and UN Women.
Work at PYXERA Global
Mackenzie Knowling has been serving as the Associate Director of Global Pro Bono at PYXERA Global since 2021. In this role, she focuses on leveraging pro bono resources to address global challenges and enhance social impact. Prior to her current position, she held various roles within PYXERA Global, including Senior Program Coordinator and Program Manager, contributing to the organization’s mission of fostering cross-sector collaboration.
Education and Expertise
Mackenzie Knowling holds a Master of Public Policy (MPP) degree from the University of Michigan, where she studied from 2011 to 2013. She also earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics and International Relations from Lake Forest College, completing her studies from 2003 to 2007. Her academic background supports her specialization in public policy, international development, and sustainability.
Background
Mackenzie Knowling has a diverse professional background that includes significant experience in international development and public service. She worked with the Peace Corps in various capacities, including as a Program Assistant and Campus Recruiter. Additionally, she has held roles at organizations such as UN Women, Nuru International, and the Federal Trade Commission, where she developed a strong foundation in policy and program management.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Mackenzie Knowling has demonstrated a commitment to enhancing operational efficiencies and change management. She specializes in shared value creation and building multi-stakeholder partnerships, which aim to deepen businesses’ social impact strategies. Her work reflects a strong focus on redefining the role of business in addressing global challenges.