Bethany has been a trusted consultant with 413 since its early days, bringing a wealth of expertise and dedication to the team. She holds a BA in International Affairs from George Washington University and an MA in Russian, Eastern European, and Eurasian Studies from the University of Kansas. With over 15 years of experience in foreign affairs and national security, Bethany specializes in evaluations and program management across both military and private sectors. Her professional background includes notable roles at the Departments of State and Labor, as well as the U.S. Embassy in Georgia.

Bethany enriches the 413 team with exceptional language skills, including proficiency in Russian and German and conversational ability in Spanish. Outside of work, she enjoys traveling the country with her family in their Airstream, creating delicious vegan dishes, and competing in triathlons.