Nathan Kieu, Mpa, Mup Email & Phone Number

United States

Santa Cruz

I have a proven track record of developing and implementing effective economic development strategies. As an Economic & Workforce Development Manager, my key responsibilities include;• Collaborating with public agencies, businesses, educational institutions, and community groups to lead projects that promote regional growth and prosperity.• Analyzing County-sponsored workforce programs to ensure they are effective and meet the needs of local businesses and communities.• Building and maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders, including elected officials, businesses, financial institutions, consultants, and contractors.

Council District 8

I played a key role in the South Los Angeles Community Safety Initiative, driving efforts to improve economic opportunities and safety programs. My responsibilities included:• Led the Councilman’s South Los Angeles Community Safety Initiative by coordinating with stakeholders to foster economic growth and safety.• Analyzed data with evaluation teams and provided strategic recommendations to the director for improving program protocols and implementation.• Collaborated with community-based organizations and the Council Office to manage the program budget and ensure smooth execution.

Santa Cruz, California, United States

Santa Cruz, California, United States

Long Beach, California

As an Economic Development Fellow, I identified and analyzed investment opportunities, developed financial forecast models, and managed MOUs for various programs to support small business owners and entrepreneurs. My primary responsibilities included:• Conducted Opportunity Zone research and presented investment reports to city staff, community members, and financial stakeholders, ensuring the identification of optimal investment opportunities for economic growth.• Collaborated with city departments and attorneys to analyze a $295M economic incentive contract, which led to the development of financial forecast models that saved the department significant time and money.• Developed and managed MOUs for CDBG, revolving loan funds, and capital access programs to assist small business owners and entrepreneurs while securing the best prices for City services.

Newport Beach, California, United States

Primary Responsibilities:• Generated average returns of 12-16% for clients through comprehensive market research and proactive recommendations.• Managed a $50M budget and portfolio, identifying cost-reduction opportunities and increasing profitability.• Collaborated with CPAs and Estate Attorneys to implement tax-efficient strategies, resulting in over $10M in capital gains and estate tax savings for clients.

Global

As a Project Manager with a TS/SCI security clearance, I led teams and managed high-level projects in the defense sector. My key responsibilities included:• Led a team of network administrators to design and maintain the USAF's multimillion-dollar defense network.• Planned and oversaw annual budgets, created detailed reports, and recommended strategies for upgrading critical network systems.• Negotiated contracts for replacing essential network equipment, securing deals that resulted in $20M in cost savings.

Master Of Urban Planning - Mup, Economic Development

Master Of Public Administration - Mpa, Local Government Managment

Activities and Societies: USC City & County Fellowship (CMF), ICMA-USC

B.A. In Economics, Business Economics

Activities and Societies: UCR Veterans Organization