Marisa Kirk Epstein
About Marisa Kirk Epstein
Marisa Kirk Epstein serves as the Director of Research, Data and Policy Analysis at Share Our Strength, where she has worked since 2019. She holds a Bachelor's degree from the University of Washington and a Master's degree in Social Work and Policy from Columbia University.
Current Role at Share Our Strength
Marisa Kirk Epstein serves as the Director of Research, Data, and Policy Analysis at Share Our Strength. She has held this position since 2019, contributing to the organization's mission through her expertise in research and policy analysis. In this role, she focuses on leveraging data to inform strategies that address hunger and poverty.
Previous Experience at Share Our Strength
Prior to her current role, Marisa Kirk Epstein worked at Share Our Strength in various capacities. She was the Senior Program Manager from 2015 to 2016, where she managed program initiatives. Following this, she served as the Associate Director of Research and Policy Analysis from 2016 to 2019, focusing on research-driven policy development in the Washington D.C. Metro Area.
Education and Academic Background
Marisa Kirk Epstein earned her Bachelor's degree from the University of Washington, where she studied Psychology, Philosophy, and Women's Studies. She furthered her education at Columbia University in the City of New York, obtaining a Master's degree in Social Work and Policy from 2007 to 2009. Her academic background supports her work in research and policy analysis.