Hilary Harmssen

Hilary Harmssen is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in public policy and advocacy within the educational sector. Currently serving as the Chief External Impact Officer for KIPP Public Schools Northern California since March 2022, Harmssen previously held the position of Vice President for Northern California Local Advocacy at the California Charter Schools Association from November 2012 to March 2022, where responsibilities included managing an 8-member team and strategic implementation of goals across numerous counties. Prior roles include founding Axio Policy Research & Consulting, providing consulting services on policy research and analysis, and serving as a Graduate Research Associate at the USC Sol Price School of Public Policy. Earlier career experience includes positions at Philanthropic Advisors and Hebrew SeniorLife, focusing on grant strategy and community outreach. Hilary Harmssen holds a Master of Public Policy from the University of Southern California and a BA in American Studies from Cornell University.