Kimberley Sprenger has more than 35 years of experience in research, policy analysis, emergency preparedness, project management, social welfare programs, fund development and government efficiency.  Prior to her role at the University of Missouri, she oversaw a portfolio of more than $300M in state and federal grant funding.  Career highlights include serving as the Missouri Deputy Director of Homeland Security as well as being invited to “A White House Conversation on Child Hunger in America” as a panelist.