About PRE

Founded in 1999, Pacific Research and Evaluation (PRE) is made up of a group of highly skilled professionals whose passion lies within the data. We aim to objectively and thoughtfully dive into the core structure of your organization or program to give a comprehensive and actionable view of where you are succeeding and where there is opportunity for growth. We take pride in our attention to detail and friendly and collaborative approach. With a diverse team of experienced professionals, we bring a wealth of expertise to every project, helping our clients achieve sustainable success.
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About PRE

Founded in 1999, Pacific Research and Evaluation (PRE) is made up of a group of highly skilled professionals whose passion lies within the data. We aim to objectively and thoughtfully dive into the core structure of your organization or program to give a comprehensive and actionable view of where you are succeeding and where there is opportunity for growth. We take pride in our attention to detail and friendly and collaborative approach. With a diverse team of experienced professionals, we bring a wealth of expertise to every project, helping our clients achieve sustainable success.
Meet the team

Our Values

At Pacific Research and Evaluation, our core values are not just a guide for client interactions but a fundamental part of our internal processes. Integrity, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence drive how we serve our clients and operate as a team, ensuring that every aspect of our work reflects the principles we stand behind. Our mission is to empower our clients to make informed decisions and drive meaningful change through high-quality research, program evaluation, and organizational consulting.

Our Values

At Pacific Research and Evaluation, our core values are not just a guide for client interactions but a fundamental part of our internal processes. Integrity, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence drive how we serve our clients and operate as a team, ensuring that every aspect of our work reflects the principles we stand behind. Our mission is to empower our clients to make informed decisions and drive meaningful change through high-quality research, program evaluation, and organizational consulting.

Growth

We believe in the power of continuous growth, both for our team and our clients. By investing in the professional development of our staff, we foster a culture of learning, skill-building, and leadership that drives innovation and excellence. At the same time, we are committed to helping our clients thrive by providing them with tailored technical assistance and expert guidance to achieve their goals. Through ongoing education and support, we create a dynamic environment where our team and clients evolve together, unlocking new opportunities for success and long-term impact.

Trusted Partnerships

We believe that exceptional customer service is a shared responsibility. Our organization is committed to delivering clear communication, reliable solutions, and consistent follow-through, ensuring we meet the highest standards of service. In turn, we encourage our clients to actively engage, provide feedback, and collaborate openly with us to achieve the best outcomes. Together, we create a partnership built on trust, transparency, and mutual accountability.

Equity

We believe everyone, regardless of background, identity or circumstance, deserves equal opportunity and respect. By prioritizing inclusive, culturally responsive research methods, we ensure fairness and accessibility for all of our stakeholders. Recognizing equity as an ongoing journey not a destination, we commit to continuous learning, accountability, and fostering a culture where everyone’s voice is heard & valued. Together, we aim to build a more just and equitable future within our organization and the communities we serve.

Stability

We take pride in our multi-decade history of helping clients intentionally use data to improve their services. We are deeply committed to fostering internal stability through strong organizational practices, responsible use of resources, and thoughtful relationship-building. By actively maintaining and growing connections with current clients, establishing productive partnerships with new clients across diverse sectors, and staying creative in our approaches, we ensure that PRE remains a resilient and adaptable organization. Our focus on long-term sustainability allows us to consistently deliver value and uphold our commitment to excellence.

Celebration

We celebrate the passion, creativity, and dedication that each team member brings to our work. We believe that recognizing and appreciating individual and collective successes is essential to cultivating a positive, supportive, and motivating team environment. By intentionally setting aside time to acknowledge accomplishments, both big and small, we foster a culture where every person feels valued, empowered, and inspired to contribute their best. Through celebration, we reinforce the importance of collaboration, gratitude, and continuous growth, ensuring that our team remains engaged and energized for the continued success of PRE.

Testimonials

I recently had the pleasure of receiving a comprehensive semi-annual report from Pacific Research Evaluators regarding our SAMSHA grant…

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Melissa House

Program Manager, Western Lane Crisis Response

On behalf of Hillsborough County Public Schools, I am pleased to share our outstanding experience working with Pacific Research and Evaluation (PRE)…

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Julia Sarmiento-Cohen

Supervisor K-12 Academics

I can’t say enough about the quality of PRE’s staff and the work they produced for our program. Their thoughtful and thorough approach to…

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Corrie Coston
Wraparound Services Program Manager, Metro

I value the professional, supportive relationship that CCS has with Pacific Research and Evaluation. Through their work focused…

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Executive Director
Catholic Community Services

PRE was the external evaluator for Mt. Hood Community College’s Title III Strengthening Institutions grant. PRE consistently…

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Title III Grant Coordinator
Mt. Hood Community College

The PRE staff I worked with were great in providing reports that met our TAACCCT federal grant requirements and provided content…

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Grant Director
Casper College

The team at Pacific Research and Evaluation is equity focused, highly experienced, professional, efficient, calm under pressure…

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Director of Grant Development
Bellevue College

We had the opportunity to work with Pacific Research and Evaluation on a school based mental health services evaluation…

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Coordinator for Student Support Programs

Howard County Public Schools

The project manager and her team at PRE completed as of October 2023 ADOT’s first Learning and Developing study, evaluating…

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Arizona Department of Transportation

The South-Central Early Learning Hub has successfully worked with Pacific Research and Evaluation several times over…

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Director of the South Central Early Learning Hub

Oregon

Pacific Research and Evaluation is an excellent research partner. PRE staff collaboratively designed and implemented…

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Grants Program Coordinator
Mt. Hood Cable Regulatory Commission

Giving Back

At Pacific Research and Evaluation, giving back to our community is a top priority. We extend a helping hand to local non-profit organizations by offering brief, pro bono consulting services. Our consultations are customized to fit the specific needs of each organization we assist. Here are some of the areas where we can provide technical support:

  • Grant proposal review
  • Evaluation plan development
  • Logic Model and Theory of Change development
  • Measure review and/or development
  • Data entry/management systems
  • Data analysis
  • Data presentation/reporting

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“I recently had the pleasure of receiving a comprehensive semi-annual report from Pacific Research Evaluators regarding our SAMSHA grant. The level of detail and the thoroughness of the report was truly impressive. I was able to share it with the Western Lane Fire and EMS board members, who were equally impressed by the content, the meticulous detail, and the ease with which the report provided a clear program update. This report has set a high standard for quality and clarity.”
Melissa House
Program Manager, Western Lane Crisis Response
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On behalf of Hillsborough County Public Schools, I am pleased to share our outstanding experience working with Pacific Research and Evaluation (PRE). Their team consistently demonstrates a high level of professionalism, efficiency, and expertise. PRE’s approach is collaborative and supportive, offering helpful insights and ideas that have added value to our projects. Their evaluations are thorough, providing us with valuable data that informs our decisions. PRE has always been prompt and timely in delivering their work, making them a reliable and trusted partner. I look forward to working with them on future projects.
Julia Sarmiento-Cohen
Supervisor K-12 Academics
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I can’t say enough about the quality of PRE’s staff and the work they produced for our program. Their thoughtful and thorough approach to everything from project conception and design to data collection and analysis made the entire experience extremely positive. I will definitely be using Pacific Research and Evaluation for future projects.
Corrie Coston
Wraparound Services Program Manager, Metro
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I value the professional, supportive relationship that CCS has with Pacific Research and Evaluation. Through their work focused on research and evaluation, PRE staff have helped us move our services to the next level. We see PRE as part of our organizational family.
Executive Director
Catholic Community Services
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PRE was the external evaluator for Mt. Hood Community College’s Title III Strengthening Institutions grant. PRE consistently delivered the evaluations required to meet grant objectives, while providing clear, actionable data reporting that helps our team effectively strategize grant activities. The PRE team was especially helpful and flexible as we shifted course with grant deliverables and needed adjustments to our evaluation approach.
Title III Grant Coordinator
Mt. Hood Community College
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The PRE staff I worked with were great in providing reports that met our TAACCCT federal grant requirements and provided content that was easily shared with my colleagues. We had a challenging evaluation design and PRE staff were extremely easy to work with and willing to be flexible and adaptable to our needs. PRE delivered quality reports that met the federal requirements.

Grant Director

Casper College
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The team at Pacific Research and Evaluation is equity focused, highly experienced, professional, efficient, calm under pressure and sincerely cares about helping organizations learn and improve through the evaluation process. As a community college grant development director, and co-lead for Achieving the Dream student success improvement work, I highly recommend Pacific Research and Evaluation.
Director of Grant Development
Bellevue College
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We had the opportunity to work with Pacific Research and Evaluation on a school based mental health services evaluation from March 2019 through June 2021. Though we encountered significant challenges related to COVID-19, the PRE team was excellent in both their flexibility and goal-orientation. Their professionalism, desire to understand our specific needs and ability to offer improvements throughout our time together was outstanding. In several circumstances, they went above and beyond to make sure our needs were being met, despite challenges neither of us had ever experienced. I would highly recommend them to other school systems and education related programs. We are grateful to have had them in our corner throughout this most challenging year.
Coordinator for Student Support Programs
Howard County Public Schools
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The project manager and her team at PRE completed as of October 2023 ADOT’s first Learning and Developing study, evaluating the effectiveness of L&D programs at ADOT. They were so easy to work with and went above and beyond to understand ADOT’s learning and development programs. Her grace and candor in digging into the data and connecting with employees across the agency contributed to the success of completing a comprehensive study.

Arizona Department of Transportation

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The South-Central Early Learning Hub has successfully worked with Pacific Research and Evaluation several times over the last five years. We have been exceptionally pleased with the professionalism of their staff, the high-quality products, the research they provide, and their ability to meet timelines. The Pacific Research and Evaluation team is incredibly responsive, innovative, open minded, and professional. The team has completed a wide range of serves for the South-Central Early Learning Hub including: Writing and conducting surveys, Planning and facilitating focus groups in English and Spanish, Completing research, Creating Request for Applications (RFA), Writing reports, and Compiling data to write plans and state-level deliverables.

All of the work received from Pacific Research and Evaluation is accurate and easy to read. The infographics and executive summaries are inclusive, well written, and always receive high praise from local and state partners. We look forward to continuing to work with the team at Pacific Research and Evaluation on future projects.

Director of the South Central Early Learning Hub
Oregon
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Pacific Research and Evaluation is an excellent research partner. PRE staff collaboratively designed and implemented an evaluation program for an eight-year grant-making initiative between the Commission and multiple school districts county-wide. PRE worked directly with staff and our grantees to gather data and present information in an easily accessible format. The prepared annual reports led to program improvements and to guiding future grant investments during the initiative. The final impact report was professional, informative, and incredibly useful in telling the story and impact of the grant program, as well as highlighting the ongoing need for support. We enjoyed working with PRE so much, we hired them again to complete another evaluation for us!

Grants Program Coordinator
Mt. Hood Cable Regulatory Commission