Shirley Zhang

Shirley is a Research Associate at EdSolutions where she conducts analyses and develops research plans to provide innovative, data-driven solutions to mission-driven organizations dedicated to education equity.

As a current Education Pioneers fellow, Shirley is looking forward to learning how EdSolutions leverages change in the education space and how she can discover her voice in this mission. Shirley believes in the transformative power of equitable education and is motivated to ensure accessibility of educational resources to students who need them the most.

Prior to EdSolutions, Shirley was a project manager and data analyst within her role as a management consultant. It was in this role where she learned the art of storytelling through quantitative data and the impact it can have on shaping effective solutions. Shirley has also conducted co-design research for various community organizations, as well as worked to build increased awareness of post high school opportunities for New American students.

Education: B.S., The Ohio State University