As a Development Strategy and Entitlements expert at KM Planning Strategy, I have successfully executed complex entitlement projects for residential, commercial, and institutional spaces across the Bay Area. My strategic guidance and technical review of development projects have ensured their success, while my facilitation of negotiations among stakeholders has resulted in positive outcomes for all parties involved.My responsibilities include coordinating with local government… Show more As a Development Strategy and Entitlements expert at KM Planning Strategy, I have successfully executed complex entitlement projects for residential, commercial, and institutional spaces across the Bay Area. My strategic guidance and technical review of development projects have ensured their success, while my facilitation of negotiations among stakeholders has resulted in positive outcomes for all parties involved.My responsibilities include coordinating with local government officials, design teams, and construction consultants throughout the entitlement process to ensure compliance with building codes and regulations. Additionally, I have played an instrumental role in community engagement and development, utilizing critical thinking and communication skills to deliver presentations, direct lobbying, and stakeholder engagement.Some of my key accomplishments include assisting in the execution of over 3,500 residential units and 1.7 million square feet of institutional use in San Francisco alone. I have also contributed to the development of San Francisco's Capital Plan for FY 2012-2021, and have been honored at Bisnow's Power Women Series: The Bay Area's CRE thought Leaders. Show less

At Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP, I worked as a Senior Legal Analyst where I conducted due diligence reviews and provided risk analysis for property acquisition projects. I also proposed amendments to entitled but not yet built projects, which required a keen understanding of building codes, zoning regulations, and land use laws. Additionally, I provided expert review and comments on environmental impact reports, ensuring that clients' projects complied with environmental regulations and… Show more At Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP, I worked as a Senior Legal Analyst where I conducted due diligence reviews and provided risk analysis for property acquisition projects. I also proposed amendments to entitled but not yet built projects, which required a keen understanding of building codes, zoning regulations, and land use laws. Additionally, I provided expert review and comments on environmental impact reports, ensuring that clients' projects complied with environmental regulations and policies.During my time in this role, I developed strong analytical and critical thinking skills, which allowed me to provide insightful recommendations to clients. I also collaborated effectively with colleagues, clients, and external stakeholders to achieve project goals and meet deadlines. Show less

As a Senior Planner at the San Francisco Planning Department for 13 years, I was responsible for developing and managing policy, legislation, and implementation programs that enhance economic development opportunities, affordable housing, and the public realm. Notable achievements include drafting the Executive Park Sub Area Plan, revising San Francisco's Residential Design Guidelines, creating the Balboa Park Plan Implementation Program and Area Plan, and leading the Northeast Embarcadero… Show more As a Senior Planner at the San Francisco Planning Department for 13 years, I was responsible for developing and managing policy, legislation, and implementation programs that enhance economic development opportunities, affordable housing, and the public realm. Notable achievements include drafting the Executive Park Sub Area Plan, revising San Francisco's Residential Design Guidelines, creating the Balboa Park Plan Implementation Program and Area Plan, and leading the Northeast Embarcadero Study.I developed and managed the Sustainable Development Program, which aimed to facilitate the implementation of sustainable infrastructure systems by coordinating private development and public improvements through community engagement. In this role, I led an inter-departmental team and engaged stakeholders to identify projects in the city’s pilot areas. I worked on projects centered around implementing Eco-Districts in the City, including locally generated renewable energy, district-scale water, and explored ways to track performance metrics across public and private sectors at the district-scale. I also identified ideal partnership structures for project identification, implementation, and monitoring, and received over $1M in grants and technical assistance awards from the State, the Federal Government, and private foundations to support this forward-thinking work. Show less

As a researcher at the Canadian Urban Institute, I conducted an evaluation of Hungary's municipal wastewater systems to assess their compliance with the standards required for the country to enter the European Union. I reviewed documentation, and conducted interviews with key stakeholders to gather data and assess the effectiveness of the systems. I also developed and presented recommendations for improvements to the systems to help them meet the necessary standards.In addition… Show more As a researcher at the Canadian Urban Institute, I conducted an evaluation of Hungary's municipal wastewater systems to assess their compliance with the standards required for the country to enter the European Union. I reviewed documentation, and conducted interviews with key stakeholders to gather data and assess the effectiveness of the systems. I also developed and presented recommendations for improvements to the systems to help them meet the necessary standards.In addition to my work on the Hungary evaluation, I also contributed to other research projects at the Institute, using my strong thinking skills to analyze data, conduct literature reviews, and develop research reports. Show less

As an Infrastructure Analyst at Transport for London, I played a key role in preparing the London Underground for its public private partnership. In this capacity, I focused on developing and testing information sharing and asset management strategies to help ensure the smooth transition to this new operating model. This work involved collaborating with colleagues across the organization to gather data, identify areas for improvement, and implement innovative solutions. Through my efforts, I… Show more As an Infrastructure Analyst at Transport for London, I played a key role in preparing the London Underground for its public private partnership. In this capacity, I focused on developing and testing information sharing and asset management strategies to help ensure the smooth transition to this new operating model. This work involved collaborating with colleagues across the organization to gather data, identify areas for improvement, and implement innovative solutions. Through my efforts, I helped to position the London Underground for long-term success and provided a foundation for continued growth and innovation. Show less