Matt Lopez Email & Phone Number

Houston, Texas, United States

• Adviser on Commissioners Court Flood Control agenda items to ensure alignment with regional and strategic goals.• Coordinated strategic high-profile projects (wildflower program/groundbreakings/ribbon cuttings/construction site visits). • Engaged and coordinated internal and external groups (HCFCD/USACE/HC ENG) to achieve project success.• Prepared and redlined written reports, memos, letters of support, talking points, one-pagers as well as other complex policy items.• Selected to speak on behalf of Commissioner Briones at public events, showcasing a high level of trust and responsibility in representing the office effectively.

Houston, Texas, United States

As the District’s liaison for the Harris County Infrastructure Resilience Team (IRT), I was responsible for delivering accurate and quality information, speaking directly to the public regarding activities that promoted equitable and science-based solutions to flooding. The purpose of this effort was to increase the region’s overall resilience to flooding disasters and create the County's first "Flood Resilience Plan".

Houston, Texas, United States

• Strategic and analytical expert with over 7 years of experience in researching and prioritizing key action items for executive briefings.• Experienced professional with a proven track record in reviewing and interpreting state legislative efforts in conjunction with Harris County Government Affairs and Engineering.• Seasoned professional with extensive experience in monitoring and analyzing the creation of the Gulf Coast Protection District and the State Flood Plan.

Houston, Texas, United States

The Texas Water Development Board created the San Jacinto Regional Flood Planning Group (SJRFPG) in response to state legislation creating a Texas statewide Flood Plan. The SJRFPG area consists of eleven counties (including all of Harris County) and various stakeholders within that area. I supported the Chairman of the SJRFPG and the District as the group was initiated.

Houston, Texas Area

• Experienced public affairs professional with a proven track record of attending over 100 public meetings with stakeholders, HOA board directors, elected officials, and the general public.• Skilled communicator with extensive experience translating complex engineering concepts into clear, accessible language for non-engineer residents.• Collaborated with District Executive Leadership, Engineering, Legal and Communications departments for public messaging including printed materials, social media posts and external website copy.• Created new methods and processes for conveying data in a more effective manner.

Doctor Of Law (Jd), Law

Activities and Societies: Bankruptcy Moot Court

Bachelor Of Arts (Ba), Political Science

Activities and Societies: Student Government Vice President Resident Assistant

General Diploma