Shade Perkins

Shade Perkins is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in operational support, data management, and research analytics. Currently serving as a Sr. Business Support Specialist at Compassion International, Shade provides operational excellence and strategic implementation for a division with a significant annual budget, collaborating with executive stakeholders on cross-functional projects. Prior roles include Market Research Analyst III at Compassion International, where Shade executed numerous research projects to analyze supporter motivation, and Giving Engagement Analyst at the International Mission Board, overseeing data management and analytics to enhance fundraising strategies. With a Master of Public Health and a Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology from Emory University, Shade has a strong foundation in research and data analysis, enriched by earlier experiences at Jobs for Life and Emory University.