Maeve Ward

Maeve Ward has a strong background in research, communications, and leadership. Maeve currently holds the position of Executive Vice President at Grow Progress since February 2023. Prior to that, in 2022, they worked as a Data and Communications Consultant. From 2021 to 2022, they served as the Vice President of Research Insights at Civis Analytics, where they led a team responsible for survey and analytics operations. Maeve's impressive work in this role included delivering message guidance, trend reports, and political landscape assessments, which received recognition from high-profile media outlets. Before joining Civis Analytics, Maeve spent several years at the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, where they held various positions, including Deputy Director for Public Engagement and Insights. In this role, they led teams, created strategic plans for communications and engagement, and supported the foundation's initiatives in the US. Prior to their work at the foundation, Maeve worked as a Lecturer at George Washington University and gained valuable experience at Hart Research Associates, where they started as a transcription assistant and eventually became the youngest Senior Vice President in the firm's history. At Hart Research Associates, they led projects for a diverse range of clients, including advocacy organizations, media, and corporations. Throughout their career, Maeve has demonstrated expertise in research, communications, team leadership, and strategic planning.

Maeve Ward's education history includes a Master of Arts degree in Media and Public Affairs from The George Washington University, which they obtained from 2002 to 2004. Prior to that, they completed their Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication and Public Affairs at The American University from 1996 to 1999. Maeve also attended Shadow Mountain High School for their high school education, although the specific years are unknown. Additionally, they have obtained several certifications, including "Leading at a Distance," "Cybersecurity at Work," "Improving Your Conflict Competence," "Building Accountability into Your Culture," "Creating a High Performance Culture," "Diversity: The Best Resource for Achieving Business Goals," and "Working with High-Conflict People as a Manager" from LinkedIn. These certifications were obtained between 2021 and 2022.