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Ithaca, New York, United States

Ithaca, New York Area

New Haven

As research manager for the Urban Environmental and Social Inclusion Index, I helped establish novel metrics for equity in access to environmental quality in cities. In the inaugural 2017 report, we found that, contrary to similar quantitative indexes of environmental performance, wealthier cities often perform worse in terms of equitable distribution of environmental goods and bads. I helped the principal investigator operationalize environmental justice concepts into indicators, and led student researchers to build a database we could use to pilot the index in 30 cities. We used data science techniques that allowed the project to quickly incorporate new cities in subsequent volumes.

New Haven, Connecticut

I contribute to the implementation of community development projects, internationally and domestically, with my diverse skill set in data collection and analysis, knowledge management, monitoring and evaluation, public participation/civic engagement, and design thinking.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

I coordinated an evaluation of USAID's off grid energy portfolio and managed field data collection in Tanzania. The evaluation overall included a desk review for all projects in the portfolio and looked closely at approximately 10 projects total in Tanzania, Brazil and India. We researched each country context and the mode of delivery to understand the extent to which energy projects were sustained and under what conditions.I managed two software development projects for the State Department - both to help manage grants from pre-award stage through close-out. This requires excellent communication skills to manage expectations and compliance with multiple contract stakeholders. I also helped explain the implications of technical decisions to non-technical colleagues.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Research the development aid market in specific countries and prepare reportsDevelop business strategy for identifying priority countries and regions for future projectsPrepare maps using Quantum GISCleaned a data set for a web-based visualization of a USAID-funded global anti-corruption program

Washington D.C. Metro Area

I developed a web application for agricultural development projects with a team of three developers. My role required skills in design, GIS, Drupal, Leaflet.js, and quasi-experimental research methods.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

• Researched flexible work policy and created web-based HR interface for international non-profit

Cincinnati, Ohio

• Developed mechanism for scoring letters of interest and inviting organizations to apply for funds

Cincinnati, Ohio Area

• Contributed to land use management, economic development, and institutional development programs

Ph.D., City/Urban, Community And Regional Planning

Master'S In Community Planning, Economic Development And International Development

Activities and Societies: Fund for the Improvement of Postsecondary Education GrantFocus on informal settlements upgrading.

B.A., Philosophy, Minor In Economics

Activities and Societies: NCAA Division III Football, Resident Assistant, Teaching Apprenticeship, Institute for Study Abroad - Butler.