Natalie Namrow

About Natalie Namrow

Senior research leader with 15+ years of experience designing and delivering mixed-methods research that drives strategy, policy, and measurable impact. I specialize in rapid, high-quality insights for complex and sensitive environments, where cultural nuance, stakeholder trust, and practical decision-making matter.I currently serve as Senior Director of Health Research and Insights at Altarum, leading multidisciplinary teams across federal and state initiatives focused on health care cost, quality, access, and equity. I guide research strategy and execution, translate findings into decision-ready recommendations for senior leaders, and mentor teams while supporting client partnership development.My background spans public health and consumer behavior. I have led national qualitative and quantitative research for NIH, CDC, FDA, CPSC, DoD, and CFPB, with experience across formative research, segmentation, creative and campaign testing, stakeholder perception work, qualitative studies, and large-scale surveys.Grounded in psychology and behavioral science, I use trauma-informed, equity-centered, and human-centered approaches to engage hard-to-reach and historically underserved populations, including racially and ethnically diverse communities, limited-English proficiency groups, and individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.I thrive in fast-paced, high-stakes settings that demand rigor and empathy, and I’m passionate about helping organizations lead with insight and integrity.Core strengths: Mixed-methods research leadership, human-centered design, multi-modal research (focus groups, surveys, environmental scans), sensitive-topic facilitation, inclusive recruitment and engagement, executive storytelling, and strategic planning.

Experience

1. Senior Director, Health Research and Insights

   Altarum

   Nov 2025 — Present

   Lead a multidisciplinary portfolio of applied health services research focused on health care cost, quality, access, and equity. Provide strategic and technical leadership across complex federal and state initiatives, overseeing mixed-methods research and advanced analytics. Translate findings into actionable insights for policymakers and health system leaders, mentor research teams, and support business development and client partnerships.

Education

• Georgetown University

  BA, Psychology, Music, Cognitive Science

  2003 — 2007

• The Catholic University of America

  M.A., Psychology

  2009 — 2011

Skills

• Public Speaking
• Psychology
• Data Analysis
• Qualitative Research
• Event Planning
• Project Planning
• Program Management
• Analysis
• Editing
• Spss
• Statistics
• Nvivo
• Research
• Analytical Skills