Claremont, NH
Since 2023, Margaret has been a management consultant at Public Knowledge®. Her expertise includes leadership, budget management, and strategic policy development. Margaret received her Master of Business Administration from Colby Sawyer College. When not working, she enjoys hiking with her husband and their dogs, Bruce and Charlie, and listening to comedy podcasts.
Springfield Metro, MA
Since 2023, Amanda has been a management consultant at Public Knowledge®, responsible for identifying solutions, managing projects, and providing technical expertise around human services programs. She brings experience leading human services programs for local and state governments in Massachusetts. Amanda holds a Bachelor of Science in Public Health and a Master of Business Administration in Healthcare Management. She is also a certified Project Management Professional. When not working, she enjoys creating artwork and exploring nature.
Newton, NH
Since 2023, Karen has been a management consultant at Public Knowledge®. Karen is responsible for identifying and delivering client solutions through research, project management, project support, analysis, and communication. Karen has over 20 years of experience in human services management. Karen received her Master’s in Business Administration from Western Governors University. When not working, Karen enjoys kayaking, qi gong, finding peace in nature, and enjoying the chaos of life with kids and a dog.
Monroe, MI
Since 2023, Taylor has been a Management Consultant at Public Knowledge®. Taylor is experienced in government legal analysis, interpretation, research, and writing. Taylor also has a background in business management and philanthropic engagement. Taylor received a Juris Doctorate from the University of Toledo School of Law and is a licensed attorney in the state of Florida. When not working, Taylor enjoys spending time with her dogs and weekends at the lake.
Saginaw, MI
Since 2023, Monique has been a management consultant at Public Knowledge®. Monique has over 18 years of public sector child welfare experience in various program areas: child protective services, foster care, prevention, juvenile justice, and economic stability. Monique received her Master of Administration from Central Michigan University. When not working, Monique enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, and shopping.
Hartland, WI
Since 2023, Melissa Murphy has been a management consultant at Public Knowledge®. She is experienced in strategic planning, evaluation, and training and development. She is also a subject matter expert on social determinants of health, and factors contributing to a child’s quality and length of life. Melissa received her MSW from Temple University and her MPH at the Medical College of Wisconsin. When not working, Melissa enjoys the challenge of triathlon and the adventure of traveling.
Edgerton, WI
Since 2023, Jillian has been a management consultant at Public Knowledge®. Jillian is a subject matter expert for child welfare projects, currently supporting the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services Child Welfare Pre-Service Training Redesign. She has spent 11 years of her career working with public agencies to achieve positive outcomes for the children and families served. She spent nearly six years with the Wisconsin Department of Children and Families, supporting foster care policy and managing the Wisconsin Public Adoptions, Adoption Assistance, and the Interstate Compact on the Placement of Children (ICPC) programs. Jillian received her master’s in social work from the University of Wisconsin – Madison and is a licensed advanced practice social worker. When not working, Jillian enjoys keeping up with her small children and managing a small farm with her spouse.
Norwalk, IA
Since 2022, Kodi has been a management consultant at Public Knowledge®. His lived experience in foster care inspired him to help others through his personal story to create change in the system and give youth a chance to be heard. He strives to impact practice and policies relating to children and families. Kodi served as a facilitator for Breakthrough Series Collaborative and a certified Family/Youth Team Decision Meeting Facilitator for the state of Iowa. Kodi is a member of the Iowa Cultural Equity Alliance and the National Foster Care Youth & Alumni Policy Council. Additionally, he has worked extensively with Foster Care Alumni of America to elevate the youth voice across multiple systems.
Southfield, MI
Since 2022, Tracie has been a management consultant at Public Knowledge®. Tracie is a subject matter expert for child welfare projects. She has over 27 years of child welfare experience at both the direct-service and macro levels, including work with Practice Model development and implementation, Team Decision Making, Family Preservation and Reunification, Parent Partner implementation and training, and as a Reviewer (Quality Service Review and Child & Family Service Review). Tracie received her master’s in social work from Eastern Michigan University. When not working, Tracie enjoys spending time with family, friends and her dog, cooking, dancing, and traveling.
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