Abigail Yarger

About Abigail Yarger

Creative problem solver, passionate collaborator, and a \'hyper efficient human being\' determined to shape enduring social progress, now at the intersection of technology, policy, and global operations.As a mission-driven strategic operations leader with over a decade of experience delivering high-performing initiatives in complex, fast-moving environments, I\'ve directed over $130M in program funding, leveraged $25M in catalytic capital across emerging markets, and built partnerships with USAID, international organizations, and government counterparts to deliver measurable impact across 12+ countries.I excel at operational problem solving, executive-level stakeholder management, and building consensus across diverse, cross-functional teams. I bring deep fluency in risk management, regulatory compliance, contractual oversight, and partner negotiations. I build what doesn’t exist, optimize what does, invest in relationship building and identify strategic entry points.

Experience

1. Research Analyst

   Meta

   Dec 2025 — Present · New York, NY, US

   On assignment at Meta, contributing to thought leadership and research across the tech/AI and policy landscape

Education

• American University School of International Service

  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), International Relations and Affairs, Foreign Policy & International Development

  2012 — 2016

• The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE)

  Master of Science - MS, International Social and Public Policy

• American University Brussels Center

  European Studies

  2014