I am a Chicago-based urban planner, policy, and GIS analyst dedicated to addressing urban challenges through innovative solutions. My work spans various projects focused on sustainable urban development, transportation equity, and LGBTQ+ solidarity.

With a strong foundation in spatial analysis and research ethics, I employ data-driven methods to inform my planning decisions. My creativity allows me to approach complex problems from unique angles, ensuring that my solutions are effective and inclusive. I am passionate about collaborating with communities and stakeholders to advance urban planning initiatives that promote equitable access to resources and opportunities.

I believe in the power of informed policy to create vibrant, sustainable communities and am committed to finding solutions that contribute to the long-term well-being of urban environments.

Divvy is Chicago's bike-share network managed by the Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT) in partnership with Lyft. Since the formation of the original network, new stations and bikes have been purchased to expand the bike-share boundaries to cover the entire city. During the next expansion, CDOT wants to ensure equitable access to Divvy bikes and has asked our student team to provide creative ideas to ensure that goal. This task involved analyzing who currently lacks access and what spatial or demographic factors affect access to the system. The scope of this project involved three major tasks. The first was a citywide survey on Divvy bike usage and barriers. The survey ran from late February to mid-April, allowing the student team to gauge socioeconomic factors that may disincentivize access to Divvy bikes. The second component was a spatial analysis using ArcGIS to discover any spatial factors that may create barriers to Divvy usage. The final component is a written report summarizing the findings and recommendations for increasing access to the Divvy system, which CDOT used in its expansion efforts. This project was presented as a poster at two conferences: The Illinois GIS Association's 2023 Annual Conference and the 2023 West Lakes Regional Division Meeting of the American Association of Geographers (AAG). The poster won 3rd place for undergrad project posters at AAG.