Catherine (Katie) Menking

Biography

Katie began working with the Regional Economic Studies Institute (RESI) in 2015. As a senior policy analyst, Catherine (Katie) Menking has numerous roles including methodology design, data collection and analysis, and report writing and editing. Katie has substantial experience with statistical analysis of data obtained from state and federal sources and is also skilled in the examination of primary data including proprietary data, field testing, surveys and interviews. Katie has worked with a variety of clients including state agencies, nonprofits and private clients.

During her time with RESI, Katie has contributed to a variety of projects, such as an economic impact analysis of Class I Railroads and a Just Transition employment analysis for the Maryland Department of the Environment. Prior to her current role, Katie served as a research manager and economist for RESI.

Education

Katie completed her Master of Professional Studies degree in applied economics at the University of Maryland, College Park. She received her B.S. in economics from Towson University and holds an A.S. from Pennsylvania College of Health Science. 

Personal

Katie enjoys spending time with her adventurous daughter and husband, hiking and being in nature, and creating elaborate cakes.

Fun Fact

What are two apps she can’t live without? NPR and All Trails.