Occupation
Strategic Consultant
Education
- MPP in Public Policy Studies with a concentration in Finance from University of Chicago
- B.A. in History from Grinnell College
- IMSA Class of 1993
Notable Accomplishments
Clarke has spent her career ensuring non-profits have a strong financial and operational footing. She served as the former President and Chief Operating Officer at the Chicago Charter School Foundation and leads the finance, facilities and development efforts for the nonprofit that serves more than 8,500 children. She has served on multiple panels, committees, and commissions on issues related to non-profit finance. She was the founding Director of Operations at Namaste Charter School, growing the ground-breaking dual language school that combines health and wellness with academic rigor from serving 90 students to 450 students.