Christina is an experienced economist and a leading expert on issues related to children's social care, education, childcare, and vulnerable groups.

Since joining Alma, Christina’s expertise in applied microeconomics and econometrics has proven invaluable in the development and delivery of several high-profile projects focused on children and childcare for organisations and charities including the Children’s Commissioner for England, NSPCC, Foundations, the Youth Endowment Foundation, the National Children’s Bureau, and Barnardo’s, among others.

She holds a PhD in Economics from Royal Holloway, University of London, where she explored the effect of policy reforms and social circumstances on the outcomes of children in care, along with an MSc in Economic Policy from University College London and a BSc in Economics from the University of Bristol.

Christina is an urban explorer who loves discovering new spots, hunting for the perfect little coffee shop and tasting the local cuisine. Wherever she ends up, she makes sure to find each area’s hidden gems.