Mervett joined MDRC in 2017. As a research associate in MDRC’s Family Well-Being and Children’s Development policy area, she works closely with practitioners in the early care and education and home visiting fields, providing them with support throughout the implementation and evaluation process. Before working at MDRC, Mervett worked in market research and advertising. She holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Tufts University and a master’s degree in urban planning from Hunter College.