Katherine Wallman joined the federal statistical system in 1967 and became Chief Statistician of the United States in 1992. She championed data confidentiality and evidence-based policymaking and focused on strengthening ties with state education agencies.
Wellesley College
Janet Norwood
Norwood was the first female Commissioner of the US Bureau of Labor statistics and was appointed in 1979 by Jimmy Carter and reappointed by President Reagan.