Kim Logan

About Kim Logan

I work at the intersection of data, research, and organizational systems, with a focus on using data to inform thoughtful, equitable decision-making.With over a decade of experience across research, analytics, and operations in education and nonprofit contexts, I’ve partnered with leaders to design data tools, analyze complex information, and translate findings into insights that support real decisions. My work spans quantitative and qualitative methods, and I’m particularly interested in how culture, systems, and power shape what data captures — and how it’s interpreted.I bring an equity-centered approach to data work, grounded in the belief that how data is gathered and used matters just as much as the results it produces. I enjoy working through ambiguity, asking better questions of familiar data, and supporting leaders in moving beyond surface-level metrics.I hold a Master of Public Administration (MPA) in Public Policy Analysis and have experience working with a range of tools and platforms in service of research, analysis, and organizational learning.

Experience

1. Research Scientist

   Bezos Academy

   May 2023 — Present

   Conducts quantitative and qualitative research to understand and improve impact. Manages assessment and data collection and training project plans, including surveys and implementation data. Supports quality checking of key data sources. Builds and deploys surveys to a variety of participants. Supports training of internal staff around assessment research. Collaborates with stakeholders to understand needs and questions, and design relevant analyses. Contributes to the development and maintenance of research databases. Monitors and reduces bias in data. Maintains data and variable definitions, and ensures consistent use across analyses and reporting. Connects with the early childhood education and Montessori research communities.

Education

• Eastern Michigan University

  Bachelor of Science (BS), Criminology

  2005 — 2009

• University of North Florida

  Master of Public Administration (MPA), Public Policy Analysis

  2012 — 2014

• Eastern Michigan University

  Bachelor of Science (BS), Psychology

  2005 — 2009