Audrey Kim

Audrey Kim is a seasoned professional in the education policy and advocacy sector, currently serving as a Senior Portfolio Manager at Blue Meridian Partners since July 2020. In this role, Audrey manages grantee relationships and develops investment strategies for the Place Matters portfolio, focusing on enhancing local partnerships and supporting national organizations. Prior experience includes working as a Portfolio Manager and Program Officer at the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, where Audrey oversaw a grant portfolio related to federal K-12 education and workforce development. Audrey's career also features roles at The Thomas B. Fordham Institute, Child Trends, GLSEN, The Robert F. Kennedy Center for Justice and Human Rights, Janney Elementary School, and Kid Power, Inc., reflecting a strong commitment to education and policy initiatives. Educational credentials include a Bachelor of Arts in Political Theory from American University, a study abroad program in Political Science at King's College London, and a Master of Education in Policy & Management from Harvard Graduate School of Education.