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New York, NY, US

Lead Business.NJ.Gov, an initiative that makes it easier for businesses to start and grow in New Jersey. Develop strategy and coach a 35+ person-team on the implementation of multiple civic technology initiatives with a reach to over 6 million users.

The Leadership New York (LNY) program is a competitively-selected, rigorous 175+ hour experiential leadership development program for mid-career and early-executive professionals to develop the personal skills, civic knowledge and a multi-sector network to effectively lead change. Coro is NYC’s premier civic leadership training organization and a community.

Greater New York City Area

Developed and managed dozens of public/private and community partnerships with organizations like the National Park Service, City of Miami, and NYC Council. Acted as a consultant designing programs and overseeing their implementation on a range of topics from national memorial policy to climate infrastructure. Projects have been featured in WSJ, Fast.

Greater New York City Area

Launched the organization's first multi-year program in new national markets, bringing in $1mm to the organization. Led 5-8 programs annually from program design and contract negotiation to project closeout. Collaborated with health, climate and criminal justice experts, architects and engineers from research institutions, and advocacy groups and firms.

Managed a portfolio of social equity programs and oversaw the implementation of contracts by community partners and colleges. Initiatives focused on community-driven economic development, entrepreneurship, wealth-building, and placemaking. Spearheaded an internal social equity consultancy to support program design for the organization's other industry.

Greater New York City Area

Developed bicycle facilities, neighborhood networks and safety initiatives for the NYC DOT Bicycle Program. Initiated, planned and executed the implementation of bicycle lane infrastructure and bike corrals. Initiated the Queens Blvd 2015 redesign, DOT Commissioner Polly Trottenberg's signature project.

Greater New York City Area

Prepare Urban Land Use Review Procedure, and Land Use Justifications for City owned properties within the Asset Management/Real Estate Transactions Division.

Greater New York City Area

Research and interview individuals to ensure the accuracy of articles.

Toyama, Japan

Edited, critiqued and enhanced a Japanese private high school’s English language programs, courses, English club, exchange programs and school entrance exams.

Master Of Urban Planning

President of Graduate Planning Association American Planning Association Outstanding Student Award

Ba, Environmental Studies

Activities and Societies: University of Michigan Fencing Club

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