Natalie Blain
Associate Director
Natalie Blain is a Senior Innovation Manager at Commonwealth. She specializes in project managing, researching and developing tools and scalable solutions aimed at aiding financially vulnerable consumers, particularly focusing on Black, Latinx, and Women-led households in the US. Her work is deeply rooted in addressing systemic inequities. Before joining Commonwealth, Natalie gained experience on a range of issues spanning public health, international relations and global affairs, and financial security. As a project manager at a patient advocacy organization, she spearheaded the development and management of multiple programs providing crucial awareness and support to patients and families. Prior to that, she served as a fellow, assisting financially vulnerable individuals in navigating their job search process. Natalie holds a Master’s degree in Public Health from Columbia University’s Mailman School of Public Health and a Bachelor of Science degree in Health Sciences from Stony Brook University. She enjoys activities such as drawing, reading, indulging in captivating TV shows, and listening to podcasts. Additionally, she cherishes spending quality time with her family and friends.
