Cynthia Phillips earned a doctorate in Evaluation and Measurement. She brings a strong, scientific, and technology-based research background in molecular biology to the field of evaluation. The common thread that weaves throughout her work experience is her belief in the importance of using strategic evaluative inquiry as a management tool to support program success. Her emphasis on stakeholder participation and capacity building through-out the evaluation process contributes toward increased organizational focus on performance and effectiveness at the National Science Foundation (NSF).Cynthia Phillips earned a doctorate in Evaluation and Measurement. She brings a strong, scientific, and technology-based research background in molecular biology to the field of evaluation. The common thread that weaves throughout her work experience is her belief in the importance of using strategic evaluative inquiry as a management tool to support program success. Her emphasis on stakeholder participation and capacity building through-out the evaluation process contributes toward increased organizational focus on performance and effectiveness at the National Science Foundation (NSF).