Anna Solmeyer, PhD is the Research Operations Lead with in the Impact Evaluation Unit. She leads and supports impact evaluations, partner engagement, and technical assistance in identifying and encouraging the use of evidence-based practices. Her work focuses on evaluating state-funded services in a variety of areas, including the state’s response to the opioid epidemic, mental health services, and child support programming. Before joining MMB, Anna worked for the federal government’s Office of Planning, Research, and Evaluation, where she oversaw a research portfolio on programs to strengthen families. She received a BA in Psychology from Carleton College and a PhD in Human Development and Family Studies from Penn State University.
