Meagan Eliot, Senior Associate

“My work with FLT gives me great satisfaction, both personally and professionally. We put our hearts into every project; this connection with our work helps generate real results that make an impact. ”

Meagan has been developing and leading diversity programs, conducting government research and analysis, and working to shape public policy since 1998. Her background includes local government fiscal policy, social and human services, criminal justice systems, and domestic violence prevention.

Meagan runs FLT’s California office, leads in-depth industry research, and oversees project management for the organization.

In addition to her policy and advocacy roles, Meagan has co-authored two reports analyzing social policy: The 2005 State of the Cities Report: Assessing the Health of Washington’s Cities and Towns (2005), and Public Revenues, Expenditures, and Washington Citizens’ Tax Backlash (2002).

Outside of the office, Meagan likes to draw, write, garden, hike and ride her bike by the beach.  She is currently working to develop a youth arts foundation.  She lives in Los Angeles, CA.

Professional History

2007 - Present       Senior Associate, FLT Consulting, Inc.

2006 - 2007           Senior Court Program Analyst, Administrative Office of the Courts

2005- 2006            Research Coordinator, Association of Washington Cities

2003 - 2005           Municipal Government Analyst, Association of Washington Cities

2001 - 2003           Special Projects Coordinator, Association of Washington Cities

1998 - 2000           Victim Advocate, King Country Prosecuting Attorney’s Office

Education

Master of  Public Administration, The Evergreen State College, Olympia, WA

Bachelor of Arts, The Evergreen State College, Olympia, WA