Priya Vedavalli is a Principal at Artha Global, where she leads the work under the Centre for Rapid Insights. An economist and policy researcher, she has close to a decade of experience working at the intersection of data, survey methodology, and public policy. Her work focuses on using primary data to generate timely insights for policymakers. Before joining Artha Global, Priya worked at IDFC Institute; at Laterite, where she managed data collection and fieldwork across Ethiopia and Rwanda; and at McKinsey & Company. Priya holds an MSc in Economics from University College London (UCL) and a BA in Economics from Stella Maris College, University of Madras.