Dr. Anna Kushner is the Principal Evaluator at Astera Insights. She is a mixed-methods researcher and program evaluator dedicated to helping social and educational programs measure their impact and thrive. She holds a Ph.D. in Education Policy and Social Analysis from Teachers College, Columbia University, where she honed her expertise in quantitative data analysis and research methods. Her academic work bridges the gap between rigorous research and community action. Anna has led complex evaluations for large-scale clients and diverse educational systems, including large districts like Portland Public Schools and New York City Public Schools.

Based in Portland, Oregon, she balances her systems-level work with a love for the outdoors, frequently spending her downtime hiking and exploring national parks.