Caitlin Grady

Dr. Grady is an Associate Professor in the Engineering Management and Systems Engineering Department at The George Washington University. She is also the Director of Impact and Innovation for the Alliance. Prior to joining GWU, Dr. Grady served as an Assistant Professor at Penn State. Her academic background and research expertise spans a variety of engineering and policy domains across food, energy, and water systems. This includes both qualitative and quantitative approaches to studying systems such as agricultural trade, the electricity grid, natural hazards, and adaptation to climate change. Prior to her academic roles, she held several federal government roles including with the House of Representatives, the Department of Energy, and the Department of State. In these roles, she worked on a myriad of issues including agriculture, water & energy, air quality,  budget & appropriations, international development, and diplomatic engagement.